Conor Jones

Experience

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  Berklee College of Music

  Sept 2008 - May 2012

  Student

  Studied and received a dual Bachelors Degree of Music in Film Scoring and Music Performance with a minor in Video Game Scoring. Over 300 hours as a studio playerMore than 70 hours conducting my original music in a studio environmentIn excess of 80 live performances with dozens of different groups with people from more than 60 countries

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  Conor Jones

  Jan 2009 - now

  Composer

  As a composer, I have worked on feature films, short films and TV shows as well as assisting other composers with their work. The majority of my composing career has been in a freelance capacity. More recently, I've been involved with "production music" where I write for music libraries depending on the needs of their production and editor partners.

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  Kina Zore

  Sept 2010 - May 2012

  Trumpet Player

  Trumpet Player with a fun and upbeat Afro-pop band. Played over 50 shows in the greater Boston Area

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  Berklee City Music

  Sept 2011 - May 2012

  Media Content Assistant

  Responsible for organization, creation, and monitoring of media content (e.g. photo, video, social media)

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  Music and Motion Productions

  May 2012 - Sept 2012

  Intern

  Intern for composer Lucas Vidal in Santa Monica, CA. Front desk duties, clerical skills, bounced stems, bounced quicktimes, mixed demos, orchestrated string arrangements for a song, basic intern duties (coffee, make sure the fridge is full, etc)

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  Monterey Jazz Festival

  Sept 2012 - Sept 2012

  Production Crew

  Production tech for the backline crew.Lugging music gear to stages, unpacking, verifying, and putting gear together. Assisting hospitality with various tasks.

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  Sparks and Shadows/Bear McCreary

  Nov 2012 - Mar 2013

  Intern

  Intern for composer Bear McCreary (Battlestar Galactica, Eureka, The Walking Dead). Studio Runner, taping scores/parts, edit audio for archiving, edit samples for use in templates

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  Sacred Tiger Music

  Mar 2013 - Apr 2013

  Intern

  Intern for Film composer Henry Jackman. Studio runner for meals and various other tasks, Tend to the needs of the studio crew, Keep the studio clean and well maintained, Track and keep record of supplies, purchase more as necessary.

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  Remote Control Productions

  Jul 2013 - Aug 2013

  Intern

  Studio Runner/Intern at Remote Control Productions. Maintain a large inventory, see kitchen well stocked and kept clean, etc.

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  Lyft

  Jul 2013 - Jul 2014

  Lyft Driver

  Transport clients all over the greater Los Angeles area. Ensure vehicle is in operating condition through regular maintenance and cleaning. Use navigation apps to find the best route for clients. Provide excellent customer service through a positive attitude and communication skills to meet client’s needs. Pick up and drop off clients on time and reliably.

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  Philip Giffin

  Nov 2014 - Mar 2015

  Composer's Assistant

  Assist with all project and logistics at the studio. This included but was not limited to: running music software during recording sessions for songs and other projects, mixing/mastering what we recorded, music notation prep, and recording music lessons.

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  Maker Studios Inc (Acquired by Disney)

  Feb 2015 - Dec 2016

  Production Assistant

  Assist with all aspects of production for virtual content on various platforms (Youtube, Disney Digital, etc.). Duties included but were not limited to: hauling production equipment with a box truck, making runs and various errands, setting up lunch for cast and crew, providing craft services for cast and crew, assisting crew with production on set, and tear down/clean up of the set at end of the day.

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  REI

  Oct 2021 - Jan 2023

  Retail Sales Specialist

  Work in the action sports department of REI in a customer-facing role. Check in daily and interface with shop staff to address customer needs and ensure an excellent service experience. Actively listen to customers concerns with genuine interest, integrity and provide insightful and creative solutions.Assist with basic bicycle labor to offset shop workload as needed.

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  CYPRESS FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT

  Jun 2023 - Dec 2023

  Defensible Space Inspector

  Perform defensible space inspections in accordance with Public Resources Code Section 4291. Interact with the public to provide fire prevention information. Increase awareness, knowledge and actions implemented by individuals and communities to reduce human loss and property damage from wildfires.

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  Monterey Peninsula College

  Aug 2023 - Dec 2023

  Tutor

  Equip students with optimal studying habits, reading techniques and skills practice to give them the tools needed for their academic success in the Emergency Medical Technician course and continued professional growth in public safety.

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  City of Greenfield, California

  Oct 2023 - now

  Part-Time Firefighter

  Under direct supervision, responds to both emergency and non-emergency calls for service including fire, rescue, medical, and/or hazardous materials emergencies; participates in both emergency and non-emergency activities, fire prevention activities, public education programs, training, and water distribution system testing and maintenance; performs (minor) mechanical maintenance and repair of vehicles, equipment and department facilities; performs other related duties as assigned.

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  California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)

  Jun 2024 - now

  Seasonal Firefighter

  As a member of a fire crew, a Fire Fighter I fights wildland, rural, and structural fires and responds to various other emergency situations including medical emergencies. Additional responsibilities include repairing equipment and general station housekeeping.