Martha Mason
Vinton
Summary
Dynamic Music Minister with expertise in worship leadership and event coordination. Proven track record in creating engaging worship experiences and managing successful church events. Committed to enhancing spiritual engagement through innovative musical arrangements.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Minister
Roanoke First Christian Church
Roanoke
01.2022 - Current
- Led worship services, ensuring a meaningful spiritual experience for attendees.
- Collaborated with church leaders to develop strategic goals and initiatives.
- Managed church events, coordinating logistics and volunteer involvement effectively.
- Collaborated with musicians to create engaging and dynamic musical arrangements.
- Directed rehearsals, ensuring effective communication and coordination among performers.
- Oversaw budget allocation for music projects and resource management.
- Evaluated performance quality, providing constructive feedback to enhance musical skills.
- Instructed performers on history, fundamentals, and appreciation of different music styles .
- Motivated highest possible musical quality and nurtured continued growth within choir.
- Scheduled and led all team rehearsals.
- Arranged choir and other rehearsals, solos and special music and directed choir on regularly scheduled basis.
- Served as member of music committee providing planning, programming and budget input.
- Ordered sheet music and supplies related to music program.
Insurance Specialist
Total Life Counseling, Inc.
Roanoke
05.2007 - Current
- Conducted research on insurance regulations to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Communicated effectively with clients to explain claims procedures and requirements.
- Coordinated with underwriters to gather necessary information for risk assessments.
- Assisted clients with inquiries regarding policy details and coverage options.
- Managed denials, late payments, extensions and other special circumstances by following up with relevant parties.
- Facilitated dispute resolution between customers and insurance providers when necessary.
- Collaborated with carriers to resolve discrepancies in insurance payments.
Music Director
Buchanan Presbyterian Church
Buchanan
05.2011 - 12.2021
- Directed rehearsals, ensuring effective communication and coordination among performers.
- Oversaw budget allocation for music projects and resource management.
- Evaluated performance quality, providing constructive feedback to enhance musical skills.
- Instructed performers on history, fundamentals, and appreciation of different music styles .
- Motivated highest possible musical quality and nurtured continued growth within choir.
- Scheduled and oversaw separate music rehearsals for vocal and instrumental groups.
- Scheduled and led all team rehearsals.
- Arranged choir and other rehearsals, solos and special music and directed choir on regularly scheduled basis.
- Served as member of music committee providing planning, programming and budget input.
- Served as music librarian by purchasing, cataloging and filing sheet and recorded music media.
- Ordered sheet music and supplies related to music program.
- Created musical arrangements for performances and recordings.
- Used multimedia to supplement and strengthen performances.
- Played different musical instruments to accompany and complement praise teams.
- Ensured compliance with copyright laws when using prerecorded materials.
- Maintained licensing subscriptions authorizing organization to legally use published materials.
- Recommended tuning, maintenance and replacement of musical instruments.
- Advised musicians and vocalists on technique to improve end results.
Associate Insurance Agent
Northwestern Mutual Financial Network
Roanoke
04.1994 - 05.2007
- Educated clients on insurance products and financial planning strategies.
- Developed customized insurance plans to meet client needs and financial goals.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify coverage requirements for clients.
- Managed client relationships through regular follow-ups and personalized service.
- Trained new agents on company policies and sales techniques effectively.
- Educated customers on the importance of maintaining adequate insurance coverage.
- Prepared documents such as applications, endorsements, renewals, cancellations, or other forms required by law or company procedures.
- Provided customers with information regarding plan features, pricing, and availability.
- Responded to customer inquiries and problems to promote great service.
- Maintained accurate records of all insurance transactions using computer software systems.
- Developed relationships with new clients through cold calling and referrals from existing customers.
- Conducted telephone appointments with prospective clients to build rapport and sell insurance services.
- Conducted meetings or phone calls with potential clients to present insurance policies and answer questions.
- Assessed customer risk levels and recommended appropriate coverage options.
- Explained complex technical terms related to insurance plans in simple language for easy understanding.
Education
Music Education/Nursing
Morehead State University
Morehead, KYChurch Music Administration
Ohio Christian University
Circleville, OHSkills
- Worship leadership
- Event coordination
- Musical arrangement
- Budget management
- Performance evaluation
- Client communication
Timeline
Music Minister
Roanoke First Christian Church
01.2022 - Current
Music Director
Buchanan Presbyterian Church
05.2011 - 12.2021
Insurance Specialist
Total Life Counseling, Inc.
05.2007 - Current
Associate Insurance Agent
Northwestern Mutual Financial Network
04.1994 - 05.2007
Music Education/Nursing
Morehead State University
Church Music Administration
Ohio Christian University