Von Curtis
Los Angeles
Summary
Interdisciplinary artist and educator specializing in sound design and art education. Proven track record of collaborating with diverse student populations to create innovative curricula. Employs effective teaching methods that foster creativity and critical thinking in educational settings.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Part-time Faculty Professor
Otis College of Art and Design
08.2019 - Current
- Designed and delivered curriculum for various art and design courses
- Provided instruction and feedback to enhance student skills and knowledge
- Employed innovative teaching methods to foster creativity and exploration.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
Enrichment Teacher (LAUSD) & Graduate Instructor (Foundation, Art Pilots)
CalArts
01.2011 - Current
- Implemented engaging and effective instructional activities for diverse student populations
- Developed and delivered lesson plans tailored to specific learning objectives
- Assisted in assessing student needs and program effectiveness
- Provided guidance and support to ensure positive student-teacher interactions
- Initiated class discussions and readings to promote critical thinking.
Recording Engineer
calix records
Palm Springs
01.2006 - Current
- Collaborated with artists to achieve desired sound quality and artistic vision.
- Operated recording equipment during live sessions across various music genres.
- Edited audio tracks using industry-standard software to enhance final recordings.
- Provided technical support to musicians throughout recording and mixing processes.
- Maintained equipment, ensuring functionality for optimal recording conditions.
- Inspected and set up various types of microphones for diverse recording needs.
Music Producer
calix records
Palm Springs
01.2004 - Current
- Collaborated with artists to develop innovative concepts for upcoming albums.
- Oversaw mixing sessions, ensuring high standards of sound fidelity.
- Assisted in song selection for publication and distribution across platforms.
- Developed promotional strategies to enhance artist visibility in the market.
- Recorded, mixed, and edited audio tracks in the studio.
- Composed original music utilizing various instruments and software programs.
- Organized sessions to optimize efficiency while maintaining quality standards.
- Maintained a comprehensive library of reference materials used during production.
Art Counselor
Community Arts Partnership (CAP)
01.2004 - 01.2010
- Supported and guided young artists in their creative development
- Facilitated workshops and activities to explore various artistic mediums
- Mentored students to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Education
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) - Integrated Media
California Institute of The Arts (CalArts)
Santa Clarita, CA05-2015
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Arts Education
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA05-2010
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Cultural diversity awareness
- Team leadership
- Collaborative learning
- Performance evaluation
- Technology integration
- Music production and sound design
- Audio mixing techniques
- Music theory instruction
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Skillsqualifications
Film, Audio Engineering, Recording, Curriculum Design, Instruction, Assessment, Exhibition, Installation, Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Problem-Solving
Exhibitions/performances/workshopslectures
- 5/26 flower arrangement, los angeles, Durden and Rey, experimental sound design
- 4/26 flower arrangement , houston ,experimental sound design.
- 09/24, Pulse Arts Summer Showcase
- 04/24, Folk Lounge -Da'Ron Naki Vinson (performance)
- 05/23, MET rooftop commission - Lauren Halsey - 'funkateer' designer/ilustrator
- 10/22, Some Trees (performance)
- 05/18, We tbd… (Performance and workshop), Human Resources LA
- 05/16, Quotidian Disruptions, the Bindery Gallery
- 05/16, Lecture 'magic and disbelief', the Lenox Library
- 05/15, Samplista (performance), REDCAT
- 05/15, CalArts MFA show-The Distance between two Points (thesis show)
Affiliations
- video 1, School of Fine Arts, Otis
- intro to time-based media work, School of Fine Art, Otis
- Music that Changed the world, Liberal Studies, Otis
Timeline
Part-time Faculty Professor
Otis College of Art and Design
08.2019 - Current
Enrichment Teacher (LAUSD) & Graduate Instructor (Foundation, Art Pilots)
CalArts
01.2011 - Current
Recording Engineer
calix records
01.2006 - Current
Music Producer
calix records
01.2004 - Current
Art Counselor
Community Arts Partnership (CAP)
01.2004 - 01.2010
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) - Integrated Media
California Institute of The Arts (CalArts)
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Arts Education
California State University, Fullerton