Holly Sickinger

Experience

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  MetLife

  Jun 2001 - Aug 2001

  AV Assistant

  This was the first job I ever had in a traditional office setting. I really enjoyed being able to experience the technical side of planning for audio visual presentations within a large corporation.Tasks Included: • Assisting operations within the AV department including business administration, office management, meeting coordination, filing, and sorting.• Ensuring safe and accurate handling and operation of all critical equipment. Monitored audio feed during meetings to ensure signal was not lost. Show less

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  Bess Easton/Tim Hortons

  Jun 2002 - Jan 2005

  Counter/Drive-Through Worker/Baker

  This was a job that I worked over my college breaks. Bess Eaton was acquired by Tim Hortons the last year I worked there, and I was honored to be promoted to Baker during that time. This job taught me how to treat customers with care and respect, a lesson that I carried through all of my subsequent positions.Tasks Included:• Preparing coffee, food, and processed cash transactions for customers at the counter and drive-through. • Increasing sales by informing customers of promotions and new/seasonal items. • Maximizing customer satisfaction by greeting customers with a friendly and professional demeanor, accommodating requests, and resolving any issues quickly and efficiently.• Ensuring compliance with all food safety and quality requirements.• As a baker, selecting items from the freezer to bake in the oven to always ensure adequate supply. Show less

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  Usdan Center

  Jun 2005 - Aug 2005

  Costume Assistant

  This was a fun job that I did my first summer out of college. Usdan is an amazingly positive and creative environment for all sorts of artistic endeavors. I have many fond memories of my time there.Tasks Included:• Assisted in choosing and assigning costumes for all summer theater shows. • Effectively preserved costumes throughout the show run, including maintenance and cleaning, to ensure optimal appearance.

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  Five Towns College

  Oct 2005 - May 2017

  My journey as a voice teacher first began at my alma mater, Five Towns College. I worked as a private vocal instructor to help college students develop their singing and performance skills.Tasks Included:• Advancing student singing technique and prepared students for year-end performances including musical theater repertoire and classical pieces in English, Italian, German, and French. • Mentoring students individually to cultivate strengths and overcome mental, vocal, and emotional challenges by exploring different techniques and providing counsel. Show less

  • Vocal Instructor

    Sept 2007 - May 2017

  • Media Center Clerk

    Oct 2005 - Jan 2015
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  NYC Department of Education

  Sept 2015 - Jun 2019

  Music Educator

  My time as Music Educator for New York City Department of Education taught me so much about working with many different people from diverse backgrounds, employing critical thinking and problem-solving skills to resolve issues calmly and efficiently, and presenting learning materials in a fun and enthusiastic way.Tasks Included:• Implementing curriculum to engage students in learning basic music competency skills for pre-k through eighth grade students. • Spearheading a new chorus comprised of 130 kindergarten through second grade students. • Designing entertaining musical programs for concerts, class shows, and graduations. Show less

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  Music Together LLC at While They're Little

  Sept 2019 - Aug 2020

  Teacher

  Music Together is a wonderful program that teaches music to infants, toddlers, young children, and parents through musical exploration. Working for this company as a certified Music Together Teacher has taught me so much about musical development in young children, and how important music education is for all people.Tasks Included:• Devising engaging music and movement activities for families with the Music Together curriculum.• Increasing client base by providing demo lessons and leading special class events to recruit new families. Show less

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  Guitar Center

  Feb 2020 - Dec 2023

  Voice and Beginner Piano Instructor

  Guitar Center provides in-store and online private lessons. I have taught in-person and online voice and piano lessons for students aged six through adult.Tasks Include:• Advancing student singing techniques by demonstrating how to sing with resonance, proper posture, and breath support. • Aiding students in self-expression by using acting to convey emotion in a song. • Instructing students to identify notes on the keyboard, read notes on the staff, and play scales and chords with correct fingers. Show less

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  Lessonface

  Mar 2020 - now

  Voice and Beginner Piano Instructor

  Lessonface is an online platform that helps teachers connect with students who are looking to take online music lessons. I teach voice and piano via Zoom to students aged six through adult.Tasks Include: • Advancing student singing techniques by demonstrating how to sing with resonance, proper posture, and breath support. • Aiding students in self-expression by using acting to convey emotion in a song. • Instructing students to identify notes on the keyboard, read notes on the staff, and play scales and chords with correct fingers. • Recruiting new students through the Lessonface platform by doing outreach and demonstrations.• Organizing lessons via Google Calendar. Show less

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  Long Island Music Lessons

  Jun 2020 - now

  Voice and Beginner Piano Instructor

  Long Island Music Lessons is an in-home and online private lesson agency. I teach voice and piano lessons via Zoom to students aged eight through adult.Tasks include: • Advancing student singing techniques by demonstrating how to sing with resonance, proper posture, and breath support. • Aiding students in self-expression by using acting to convey emotion in a song. • Instructing students to identify notes on the keyboard, read notes on the staff, and play scales and chords with correct fingers. • Bookkeeping including creating invoices and managing income on an Excel spreadsheet. • Scheduling lessons through Acuity and organizing lessons via Google Calendar. Show less

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  Holly Sickinger Voice Overs

  Sept 2020 - now

  Voice Over Artist

  A sweeping brushstroke of vocal colors. Quirky, sultry, friendly, youthful.As a teacher and actor, I have a caring, empathetic personality that translates into a sincere, authentic performance personalized for any voiceover copy. My vocal training enables me to sing in different musical styles and utilize a wide vocal range suitable for character voices or commercial scripts. My professional home studio, quick turnaround time, and commitment to customer service will ensure that you are always pleased with the finished recording. If you want to hear more, contact me via LinkedIn or email at hollylsickinger@gmail.com. I will make sure you get a rapid response.Specialty Genres:CommercialNarrationK-12 eLearningChildren’s AudiobooksSinging and Jingles📧 Email: hollylsickinger@gmail.com🌐 Website: http://hollysickingervo.com👍Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SickingerHolly💻IG: https://www.instagram.com/sickingerholly Show less