Max Whitaker
Hockley
Summary
Dynamic Musician skilled in both studio work and live events. Versed in curating event set lists to include popular trends and covers. Delivers top-quality instrumental performances across diverse genres.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Musician
P&O Cruises
At Sea
2022.07 - Current
- On drums, for onboard party band, jazz trio, orchestra & various cabaret acts.
- Strong sight-reader & comfortable learnings songs by ear.
- Comfortable with playing to click, track & IEMS.
- Led bands where required - Triggering tracks to start & providing feedback to other musicians.
- Acquired new performance skills to broaden and diversify live music act.
- Handled business accounts, distribution of recordings and other administrative activities.
Drum Tutor
Self Employed
Peripatetic
2019.01 - Current
- Evaluated student progress and provided constructive feedback for performances, exams and auditions.
- Mentored struggling students by creating individualised solutions suited to specific needs.
- Tailored curriculum to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Set personalised targets for pupils, communicating progress through regular parent correspondence.
Managing director
Maximus Sterling Limited
London
2021.01 - 2022.07
- Whole of Market Mortgage and protection adviser building positive relationships with clients to find the best mortgage & protection solutions for their requirements.
- Maintained smooth operations through careful management of office workflow and administrative processes.
- Supervised budgets and timelines, ensuring progress met project scope targets.
- Provided customers with outstanding service, extending relationships for future business opportunities.
Mortgage Broker
Coreco Partners LLP
London
2018.01 - 2021.01
- Employed Mortgage Broker - See above.
Locum Dispensing Consultant
Specsavers Opticians
2014.09 - 2016.09
- Dispensing prescription glasses to clients
- Training and supporting new members of staff
- Provided thorough glasses and contact lens fitting and aftercare service with outstanding levels of customer care.
Education
Certificate in Mortgage & Protection Advice - Financial Advice
London Institute of Banking and Finance
London 2001.04 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Music
Academy of Contemporary Music
Guildford, Surrey 2016.09 - 2017.07
A-Levels - Music Technology
Palmer's College
Grays, Thurrock 2014.09 - 2016.07
GCSEs - Various
William Edwards Academy
Grays, Thurrock2014
Skills
- Music production
- Drums Grade 8
- Improvisation
- Studio recording
- Sight reading
- System Skills: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Apple Mac, Ableton, Cubase
Additional Information
- Feb 2015 Trinity Grade 8 Drum Kit, Distinction
Languages
English
Native
Timeline
Musician
P&O Cruises
2022.07 - Current
Managing director
Maximus Sterling Limited
2021.01 - 2022.07
Drum Tutor
Self Employed
2019.01 - Current
Mortgage Broker
Coreco Partners LLP
2018.01 - 2021.01
Certificate of Higher Education - Music
Academy of Contemporary Music
2016.09 - 2017.07
A-Levels - Music Technology
Palmer's College
2014.09 - 2016.07
Locum Dispensing Consultant
Specsavers Opticians
2014.09 - 2016.09
Certificate in Mortgage & Protection Advice - Financial Advice
London Institute of Banking and Finance
2001.04 -
GCSEs - Various
William Edwards Academy