Taryn Mayer

Background

About Taryn Mayer

Audio/Visual & Creative Technology » Proficient in Logic, Ableton, and ProTools; live sound tech for worship teams and events » Created a 2018 documentary using iMovie (1M+ views on YouTube); currently learning Final Cut and Adobe After Effects » Experience writing short film scripts and plays; independently recorded and co-produced a music album in 2014 » Basic DSLR photography and Photoshop editing; layout design using InDesign Marketing, Design & Communications » Edited press releases and created marketing collateral including postcards, flyers, and brochures » Designed email campaigns in Constant Contact; wrote captions, bios, and event descriptions » Experience with headshot photography and minor retouching; consistent branding through Canva and Adobe tools Performance, Speaking & Music Training » Classically trained in opera since 2022 with performances in 6 languages and formal chamber ensemble experience » Worship vocalist at Alive Church since June 2023; strong stage presence and communication skills » Background in music theory, lyric writing (since age 7), and vocal recording (since age 11) Academic Excellence & Educational Background » Senior at University of Arizona, majoring in Music, with a thematic minor in Screenwriting » AFA in Music, with Honors from Phi Theta Kappa, awarded May 2024 » Member of W.A. Franke Honors College; 3.85 GPA and committed to graduate study » Completed a Social Services Analyst Internship (2018-2019) » JustArts Fellowship recipient (2024-2025)- Awarded due to my commitment to improving equity in the arts Project Management & Social Impact » Interned on a city-wide social services initiative in Colorado Springs with lasting policy outcomes » Coordinated workshops and arts programming through university fellowships » Experienced in contract creation, reporting, and collaborative problem-solving Media & Captioning Experience » Voice Writer/Closed Captioner (2018–2023), providing live captions for TV, government meetings, and calls » Fast, accurate transcription and communication under pressure in legal and media settings Finance & Administrative Skills » Two years in financial services at T. Rowe Price, specializing in retirement and college savings plans » Familiar with documentation review, compliance procedures, and client education » Strong administrative support skills: data entry, scheduling, correspondence, and records management