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Maryam Shaka

Maryam Shaka

Professional Artist
Toronto

Summary

Dynamic, professional and accomplished Musician, recognized for elevating ensemble cohesion through effective communication and collaboration. Experienced in Fashion, sales and retail, Skilled in customer service, with a strong attention to detail and adaptability.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Orchestra Musician

Canadian Arab Orchestra
09.2024 - Current
  • Studied scores at length to learn music in detail and develop suitable interpretations.
  • Elevated ensemble cohesion with clear communication, active listening, and adaptive collaboration during rehearsals and performances.
  • Collaborated closely with conductors on interpretation choices to ensure exceptional artistic outcomes for each performance.
  • Achieved top-tier concert reviews through meticulous preparation, practice, and execution of challenging musical pieces.

Sales and Marketing Assistant

Hijjawi Fashion and Mariam Home Wear
02.2020 - 04.2025
  • Assisted call-in customers with questions and orders.
  • Boosted sales revenue by developing and implementing targeted marketing strategies.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors and negotiated contracts, achieving cost savings on promotional materials purchases.
  • Assisted in the creation of sales presentations tailored to individual client needs, resulting in higher closing ratios.

Arabic Music Teacher

Canadian Arabic Orachestra
10.2024 - 03.2025
  • Familiarized students with professional concepts of arabic music which includes notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
  • Mentored students in various ensembles, boosting their confidence and performance skills.
  • Mentored students of different ages and backgrounds in oud lessons of music theory, composition and performance .
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in music education, enriching both teaching skills and curriculum offerings.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Creative Industries

Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto
05.2001 -

Music Certificate - Arabic Music, Vocals And Maqams

Edward Said National Conservatory of Music
Palestine
05.2001 -

Skills

Customer service

Problem-solving

Live performances

Private lessons

Processing payments

Team collaboration

Fitting room maintenance

Social media engagement

Customer assistance

Effective communication

Adaptability and flexibility

Multitasking Abilities

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Sales and retail experience

Accomplishments

  • Awarded Silver Medal at the Edward said National music competition in Jerusalem, Palestine in 2021.
  • Co-founded Trio Jarzeem in [2020].
  • Music therapy campaign
  • Event planning for Model United Nations
  • Invited as main artist with the Canadian Arab orchestra for 2 seasons.
  • Invited to perform at the palestine festival in France
  • Performed at TPFF (Toronto palestine film festival)
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Collaborated with the team of Hijjawi fashion in the development of bridal show.
  • member of a live journalism show named stitched
  • Design - Responsible for creative design for Mariam homewear.
  • Documentation - Wrote and edited documents to keep staff informed on policies and procedures.

Timeline

Arabic Music Teacher

Canadian Arabic Orachestra
10.2024 - 03.2025

Orchestra Musician

Canadian Arab Orchestra
09.2024 - Current

Sales and Marketing Assistant

Hijjawi Fashion and Mariam Home Wear
02.2020 - 04.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Creative Industries

Toronto Metropolitan University
05.2001 -

Music Certificate - Arabic Music, Vocals And Maqams

Edward Said National Conservatory of Music
05.2001 -

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