Jestin Willard
Los Angeles
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Running Waters Day Program
Pasadena
08.2023 - Current
- Facilitated the growth of clients' independence by providing essential life skills training.
- Monitored clients' progress and communicated changes or concerns to supervisors
- Built positive relationships with clients by providing support, encouragement, and treating everyone with respect
- Assisted clients with daily activities, including dressing, bathing, and meal preparation
- Remained calm in stressful situations to effectively de-escalate client behaviors.
Freelance DJ
DJ Smiley
01.2012 - Current
- Performed DJ services at various events, including birthdays and weddings.
- Collaborated with clients to curate personalized playlists that enhance event atmosphere
- Prepared DJ equipment and set up venue prior to events to ensure seamless operation
- Managed scheduling and bookings to coordinate events and meet client expectations
Boom Operator
IATSE Local 695
09.2019 - 12.2021
- Operated boom microphones during film and television productions to capture clear dialogue
- Collaborated with sound mixer and camera crew to ensure seamless audio capture during filming
- Positioned microphones strategically to optimize audio quality while remaining unobtrusive
- Assisted in equipment setup and movement, verifying functionality to support production requirements.
Library Student Assistant
Pasadena City College
Pasadena
08.2016 - 08.2019
- Assisted users in locating music resources and provided reference services.
- Curated and organized music collections for easy access by patrons and staff.
- Maintained digital cataloging systems for efficient resource management.
- Trained staff on library databases and software for improved user support.
- Maintained complete and accurate records of library transactions.
- Managed the preservation program ensuring that all materials are properly stored and maintained over time.
Education
EMT certification -
El Monte Rosemead Adult School
El Monte05-2026
Diploma -
Crenshaw High School
Los Angeles05-2015
Skills
- Client Relations and Customer Service
- Artist/Client Communication
- Client Needs Management
- Professional Communication
- Live Event Production Support
- Scheduling and Booking Coordination
- Music composition
- Music production software
- Sound design
- Audio mixing
- Music arrangements
- Fundraising
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Running Waters Day Program
08.2023 - Current
Boom Operator
IATSE Local 695
09.2019 - 12.2021
Library Student Assistant
Pasadena City College
08.2016 - 08.2019
Freelance DJ
DJ Smiley
01.2012 - Current
EMT certification -
El Monte Rosemead Adult School
Diploma -
Crenshaw High School