Tausif Shaikh
Pune,Maharashtra
Summary
- A passionate and versatile professional with expertise in guitar performance, technical support, and teaching. Combining creative artistry with technical proficiency.
- Possesses a keen interest in various creative endeavors such as music, mono-acting, dramatics, sports, singing, playing instruments such as synthesizer, grand piano, lead guitar, harmonica, Bass, Ukulele, Flute, Sitar, Tabla and percussions like djembe and bongo etc.
- Has an experience of 20 Years if guitar playing and 10+ years of Teaching. Performed in various Events, Corporate events, Fund raisers etc.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Teacher and Guitar Instructor.
Freelance
01.2015 - Current
- Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history, and performance etiquette.
- Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
- Designed personalized lesson plans for students of all skill levels, emphasizing technique, theory, and performance.
- Prepared students for performances, auditions, and music exams, achieving a 95% success rate
Curriculum Development and Syllabus Consultant.
Spardha School of Music
03.2020 - 01.2025
- Collaborated with teams to define, strategize, and implement marketing and web strategies.
- Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Guitar
Spardha School of Music
03.2021 - 01.2025
- Provided expert guidance on advanced guitar techniques, including genre-specific styles such as rock, jazz, and classical.
- Designed and delivered workshops and online tutorials, reaching over 1,000 students worldwide
- Consulted on guitar equipment selection, maintenance, and sound optimization for professional musicians
- Authored instructional materials and contributed to music blogs and publications
Music and Dance Setup Coordinator and Generator
Spardha School of Music
07.2020 - 01.2025
- Coordinated and implemented performance setups for guitar, piano, and dance events, aligning technical aspects with artistic visions.
- Collaborated with choreographers, musicians, and technical staff to ensure optimal sound and lighting design.
- Maintained and upgraded audio-visual equipment to meet professional standards.
- Trained assistants on best practices for equipment handling and setup execution.
Tech Support
Spardha School of Music
02.2022 - 01.2025
- Provided tier 1 and tier 2 technical support for hardware and software issues, achieving a 99% customer satisfaction rate
- Diagnosed and resolved technical issues remotely, ensuring minimal downtime for clients
- Trained team members on troubleshooting techniques and best practices to improve service delivery
- Documented solutions in the company knowledge base to streamline future issue resolution.
Assistant Sales and Marketing Manager, Technician
Vaadak Music Store
01.2018 - 02.2020
- Identify the customers who are, or should be, served by the company
- To demonstrate knowledge of store products (Guitar, Keyboards, Drum Set, Guitar Accessories, Pedals and Processors) and use this knowledge to build sales.
- Operate with absolute fiscal responsibility.
- Planning and scheduling the delivery of goods.
- To make sure that target deadlines are met.
Education
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
M.I.T.
Pune, India03-2012
ICSE STD X -
Modern High School
Pune, India03-2008
Skills
- Student needs assessment
- Proficient in Guitar(all types),Bass, Ukulele,Sitar,Tabla,Vocals,Fluet
- Staff development and mentorship
- Documentation
- Musical instruction
- Verbal and written communication
- Special events
- Curriculum development and lesson planning
- Pedagogy and music theory
- Audio editing
- Reporting
- Music theory
- Relationship building
- Performance preparation
- Mentorship and Leadership
Accomplishments
- Taught 400+ students over 10+ Years
- Documented and resolved Tech issues which led to smooth operations
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Mentor team of 25 Teachers as a SME
- Judged several event of Radio Mirchi Clash of Corporate (2024)
Additional Information
- Conducted Interview for Guitar Teachers (2021-2025)
- Conducted training for onboarded Teachers regarding the portal and syllabus
- Lead Varius corporate Team bonding event
- Created and Driven Multi Gener masterclass for Student and teachers
- Prepared Students for Performances and recordings
- Prepared students for Grade examination
- Software Proficiency: DAWs (Ableton, Logic Pro), Ticketing Systems,
- Technology Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving
- Knowledge of musical elements (rhythm, articulation, tempo, flow)
- Resolving technical challenges, and delivering engaging support.
- An adaptable and responsible person, with the intent to pursue research in this field, and work thereon towards the betterment of humanity through the knowledge and experience thus incurred.
Languages
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Marathi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Tech Support
Spardha School of Music
02.2022 - 01.2025
Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Guitar
Spardha School of Music
03.2021 - 01.2025
Music and Dance Setup Coordinator and Generator
Spardha School of Music
07.2020 - 01.2025
Curriculum Development and Syllabus Consultant.
Spardha School of Music
03.2020 - 01.2025
Assistant Sales and Marketing Manager, Technician
Vaadak Music Store
01.2018 - 02.2020
Music Teacher and Guitar Instructor.
Freelance
01.2015 - Current
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
M.I.T.
ICSE STD X -
Modern High School
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