Maris Leese
Chesapeake
Summary
Orchestra Manager with proven track record in enhancing productivity and ensuring efficient task execution. Expertise in event planning, budget management, and team coordination. Accomplished Viola performer with extensive experience in orchestral and chamber settings. Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills drive successful operations and performances.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Orchestra Manager
The Hartt School of Music
Hartford
01.2025 - Current
- Created and implemented performance schedules for musicians, conductors, and other personnel.
- Organized rehearsals and performances with musicians, sound technicians, stage managers, and lighting designers.
- Oversaw daily administrative tasks related to scheduling rehearsals and organizing sheet music collections.
- Created orchestra setups and assisted operations staff in preparing rehearsal and performance spaces.
- Acted as an administrative assistant to the ensemble directors.
- Maintained accurate records of all personnel contracts, payments, and personal information.
- Created posters for orchestral concerts.
Head Toddler Teacher
Virginia Montessori Academy
Chesapeake
06.2024 - 06.2024
- Provided a safe and stimulating learning environment that encouraged the physical, social, emotional and cognitive development of each child.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of children's attendance, progress, and health concerns.
Head Preschool Camp Counselor
JCC Princeton Mercer Bucks and Abrams Camps
East Windsor
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
- Provided first aid and responded to emergencies, maintaining camper safety as the top priority.
- Completed and maintained time and attendance forms and inventory lists.
- Trained and mentored new camp counselors, sharing best practices and ensuring consistent quality of camper experiences.
- Oversaw daily operations of assigned cabin groups, ensuring adherence to schedules and camp rules.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Kingstown High School
North Kingstown, RI06-2022
Bachelor of Music - Viola Performance
University of Hartford
West Hartford, CTSkills
- Event coordination
- Administrative support
- Child development
- Team leadership
- Interpersonal communication
- Collaborative skills
- Ensemble coordination
- Rehearsal management
Accomplishments
- Honors Instrumentalist with the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
- Chamber Ensemble Member with the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
- Orchestral Mentor with the Community MusicWorks in Providence, RI
- Orquesta ProMusica - International Tour in Summer of 2022
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Orchestra Manager
The Hartt School of Music
01.2025 - Current
Head Toddler Teacher
Virginia Montessori Academy
06.2024 - 06.2024
Head Preschool Camp Counselor
JCC Princeton Mercer Bucks and Abrams Camps
06.2023 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
North Kingstown High School
Bachelor of Music - Viola Performance
University of Hartford
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