Will Taylor
Clyst St Mary,Exeter
Summary
Accomplished musician with 20 years of live performance experience as a guitarist across various genres including rock, funk, soul, and country. Proven leadership and coaching skills, effectively motivating teams to achieve high performance. Highly organized with strong time management abilities, skilled in coordinating schedules and resources. Experienced in safeguarding responsibilities with a DBS check, with a background in working with primary school-aged children, and proficient in managing travel logistics.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Guitarist
Semi-Professional Bands
01.2006 - 08.2025
- - Performed at venues, festivals, and events across the South West
- - Collaborated to arrange and deliver performances.
- - Performed a variety of different styles, rock, disco, soul, country.
- - Written, arranged, recorded and performed original rock songs.
- - Performed at a variety of different venues in the South West. Exeter Cavern, The Lemon Grove, Exeter Phoenix, Plymouth Junction, Plymouth Underground, Chagstock.
- - 35 Years experience playing the guitar, 20 of which in a live setting. Electric, acoustic and bass.
- -Backing vocals performed in every band.
- Participated in regional music festivals, promoting band's recognition and popularity.
Managing Director / Co-Owner
Tayco Building Products Ltd
01.1999 - 08.2025
- - Led all aspects of a successful family-run timber mill.
- - Managed sales, operations, procurement, and staffing.
- - Built and maintained strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers.
- - Coordinated multiple projects with budgets, deadlines, and resources.
Education
Higher National Diploma - Leisure Studies
Buckinghamshire New University
Wycombe 09.1996 - 04.1998
Skills
- Musical Expertise – Competent guitarist with 20 years of live performance in rock, funk, soul and country bands
- Leadership & Coaching – Proven ability to motivate and guide teams
- Organisation & Time Management – Skilled in coordinating schedules, resources, and deadlines
- Communication & Relationship Building – Strong interpersonal skills with diverse groups
- Adaptability – Thrives in dynamic environments
- Safeguarding & Responsibility – DBS checked and experienced working with young people of primary school age
- Driving Licence & Own Transport – Confident in managing travel and equipment logistics
Community Involvement
Topsham RFC, Youth Rugby Coach, DBS checked, mentoring and developing young players. U6, U7, U8, U9 and now U10., - Head Coach of a group 15-20 players, primary school age with differing needs and abilities, which requires being able to communicate with a diverse group of children, lead and manage a group of adult coaches and discuss issues with the parents group. I used to enjoy playing rugby for Topsham and Wellington and still like to keep fit, trail running and playing TAG rugby. I have a huge passion for music and it is a big part of my daily life.
Timeline
Guitarist
Semi-Professional Bands
01.2006 - 08.2025
Managing Director / Co-Owner
Tayco Building Products Ltd
01.1999 - 08.2025
Higher National Diploma - Leisure Studies
Buckinghamshire New University
09.1996 - 04.1998
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