Casey Chalk
Southampton,Hampshire
Summary
Innovative music and event management professional skilled in driving audience engagement through strategic planning and exceptional customer service. Plays multiple instruments and composes original works that connect with listeners. Collaborates with artists to produce high-quality recordings, creating memorable experiences. Committed to advancing in the music industry while continually developing artistic capabilities.
Overview
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Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Assistant
Savers
Southampton , Hampshire
06.2025 - Current
- Greeted customers upon entry, offering assistance and guidance to enhance shopping experience.
- Handled customer inquiries and complaints with professionalism, offering solutions to meet their needs.
- Engaged with customers to gather feedback, using insights to enhance the shopping experience.
- Kept shelves neat, clean and organised through visual merchandising.
- Rotated stock on shelves, reducing stock waste and minimising store losses.
- Performed closing duties such as cleaning windows and floors, securing shop premises and cashing-up tills.
Charity Event Coordinator
Design Chapel
Southampton , Hampshire
01.2026 - 04.2026
- Withheld a music charity event to raise money for Oxfam Charity; in total we raised £190
- Collected detailed requirements for event planning, including timelines, budgets, and guest counts, ensuring thorough preparation for successful event execution.
- Coordinated event logistics by scheduling weekly team meetings to track progress and establish timelines, facilitating clear communication and accountability among team members.
- Fostered effective communication with clients to address concerns and ensure event objectives were met, achieving client satisfaction and resolving potential issues.
- Evaluated overall event success by analysing client feedback and participant satisfaction. and uncovered opportunities for improvement through client feedback.
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations of event outcomes to gather insights for future planning. and reported outcomes to improve future event planning.
- Conducted thorough venue research and selection; assessing suitability based on event requirements, to ensure an ideal match.
Music Events Marshall
Solent University
Southampton
03.2025 - 03.2026
- Monitored crowd behaviour to enhance safety and ensure compliance with event regulations at live music events in Southampton.
- Coordinated with event organisers and security teams to streamline entry management and facilitate artist logistics during concerts.
- Communicated effectively with event staff and emergency services to maintain a secure and enjoyable environment for performers and audience members.
- Collaborated with sound engineers and production teams to coordinate schedules and facilitate efficient transitions between live acts.
- Delivered frontline support to attendees, providing exceptional customer service and promptly resolving issues.
- Assisted in the setup and breakdown of stage equipment and venue facilities to facilitate smooth event operations.
Music Tutor
Ready To Rock School
Portsmouth
05.2020 - 01.2022
- Conducted one-on-one and group music lessons, tailoring teaching methods to suit individual student learning styles and skill levels.
- Developed customised lesson plans to improve students' musical technique, theory, and performance abilities across various instruments.
- Organised student recitals and performance opportunities, enhancing student confidence and providing a platform to showcase progress.
- Learned multiple songs within short timeframe for performances, demonstrating adaptability and commitment to quality delivery.
- Performed music at various venues in Portsmouth for charity events
Singer Songwriter
Freelance
- Composed musical pieces with melodies, harmonies and rhythmic structures.
- Recorded vocals for studio albums, singles, and background music, demonstrating versatility and expertise in different recording settings.
- Delivered performances at various venues across Portsmouth and Southampton, connecting with diverse audiences through music.
- Performed at charity events and fundraisers, leveraging musical talent to raise awareness and support for important causes.
- Utilised feedback from performances to refine stage presence and vocal delivery, continuously striving for excellence.
- Implemented vocal techniques to handle various musical styles, showcasing flexibility and a broad range of skills.
- Monitored audience reactions during live performances to tailor delivery and enhance overall entertainment experience.
- Selected and adapted pieces to fit performance type, venue, or time limitations.
- Attended regular rehearsals to practice and perfect performances for live shows or recordings.
- Practised singing, songs and tones with ensembles before scheduled events to master tunes and rhythms.
- Operated sound and musical equipment during live shows to ensure quality performances. to facilitate live performances.
Education
BA (Hons), Second Class Honours (First Division) - Popular Music Performance and Production
Solent University
Southampton01-2026
Level 3 Diploma Teaching Qualification -
Fareham College
Fareham07-2023
Music Level 3 Diploma -
Fareham College
Southampton05-2024
Skills
- Customer assistance
- Customer engagement
- Product knowledge
- Visual merchandising
- Inventory management
- Event planning
- Project management
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Communication effectiveness
- Confident communication
- Team leadership
- Resilience under pressure
- Outgoing personality
- Patience and empathy
- Audience engagement
Custom
- Songwriting
- Attending concerts
- Collecting vinyl records
- Live performance
- Playing musical instruments
- Exploring new music genres
- Reading
- Volunteering at music events
- Open Mic Nights
Languages
Spanish
Intermediate
B1
Certification
- Bachelor of Honours, Second Class (First Division) - Popular Music Performance and Production
- Solent Sound Music Competition
- Level 3 Diploma Teaching Qualification
- Level 3 Music Diploma
Interests
- Journaling
- Reading
- Working out at the Gym
- Writing mini stories
- Travelling
- Side hustling
- Writing songs and recording them
- Learning scripts and performing in plays
Accomplishments
- Graduated from University with a Second Class Honours (First Division)
- Released two original songs plus a mini EP with four original songs on Spotify, YouTube and Apple Music
- Raised £190 for a music charity event, sent to Oxfam
- Arranged and performed my own personal music gigs
Timeline
Charity Event Coordinator
Design Chapel
01.2026 - 04.2026
Retail Assistant
Savers
06.2025 - Current
Music Events Marshall
Solent University
03.2025 - 03.2026
Music Tutor
Ready To Rock School
05.2020 - 01.2022
Singer Songwriter
Freelance
BA (Hons), Second Class Honours (First Division) - Popular Music Performance and Production
Solent University
Level 3 Diploma Teaching Qualification -
Fareham College
Music Level 3 Diploma -
Fareham College