Joseph Shaughnessy
Joseph Shaughnessy

Music Educator and Guitarist

Open to offers · Member since 11 Nov 2026
Location
Kansas City, United States
Desired salary
Unspecified
Work preference
On-site
Experience level
Mid

About

Professional summary

I am a versatile guitarist, bassist, percussionist, and music educator with more than 15 years of professional performance experience across the United States and Spain.

I combine live performance expertise with hands-on stage production knowledge, including sound, lighting, power, staging, and musical equipment logistics. I have supported bands, high-school musical productions, and large-scale events.

I have international teaching experience as an English Language Assistant in Murcia, Spain, where I designed engaging presentations and adapted communication strategies for students with diverse learning needs.

I am experienced in consultative sales, customer education, product demonstrations, and relationship building. I enjoy helping customers identify the right solutions and creating welcoming, engaging experiences.

I hold a BA in Languages and Literature with a Spanish emphasis and an Audio Engineering certification. I am professionally fluent in English and Spanish, with additional working proficiency in Portuguese, German, and French.

I am particularly motivated by opportunities that combine music, education, customer engagement, live events, and cross-cultural communication.

Skills

19 capabilities

Experience

Career history

Classroom Auxiliary (English Language Assistant) North American Language and Cultural Assistants Program

Designed and delivered engaging English-language presentations for diverse groups of students in Murcia, Spain. Adapted communication approaches to support learning outcomes and maintain student engagement.

Worked in an international educational environment, tailoring instructional goals and activities to different audiences. Supported inclusive classroom experiences for students from varied backgrounds.

Sales Associate & Marketing Team Member Fresh Karma Dispensaries

Used consultative selling techniques to identify customer needs, recommend tailored products, and build long-term customer relationships. Educated customers on product features and benefits to improve satisfaction and support sales growth.

Represented multiple brands at promotional events and product demonstrations. Increased product awareness and customer engagement through clear, customer-focused communication.

Stage Technician SECT Theater Supplies

Supported the logistics and execution of large-scale events involving sound, lighting, power, stages, and musical equipment. Assisted with technical production requirements for live event environments.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams and multiple companies within the music and theater industries. Applied practical technical knowledge to help ensure smooth event setup and delivery.

Education

Learning history

University of Missouri–Kansas City

Bachelor of Arts, Languages & Literature (Spanish Emphasis), Minor in Political Science

Completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in Languages and Literature with a Spanish emphasis, along with a minor in Political Science.

University of Alcalá

Study Abroad, Spanish Language and Culture

Studied abroad in Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, Spain, on scholarship through the University of Missouri–Kansas City during the 2022–2023 academic year.

Johnson County Community College

Audio Engineering Certification, Audio Engineering

Completed a two-year Audio Engineering program.

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