Brandon Essig
@brandonessig
Creative educator and musician passionate about engaging user experiences.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced educator and musician with a diverse background in both artistic and technical fields. My journey has taken me from managing educational programs at the Bronx Zoo to providing exceptional customer service at Oscar Health Insurance. I thrive in environments where I can utilize my communication skills to engage and educate others, ensuring that users can interact with products and information in meaningful ways.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong work ethic and a commitment to continuous learning. My experience as a percussion instructor and voice-over artist has honed my ability to connect with audiences, whether in a classroom or through audiobooks. I take pride in my ability to collaborate effectively with teams, manage projects, and deliver high-quality results that meet the needs of both clients and students.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Drummer
Kay Mars
Mar 2025 - Present (3 months)
Performed as a drummer for the band. Contributed to alternative rock and soul music.
Percussion/Piano/Voice Instructor
Bach to Rock Music School
May 2024 - Present (1 year 1 month)
Provided instruction in percussion, piano, and voice. Taught various musical instruments and vocal techniques to students.
Audiobook Series Narrator
Pocket FM
Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Narrated longform audio fiction series and promo spots, including "Stardom Unlocked" and "Stolen Legacy." Performed multiple characters and managed extensive audio content.
Audiobook Narrator
Audible (ACX) Audiobooks
Dec 2022 - Present (2 years 6 months)
Narrated several audiobooks, including "K9 Odin" and children's books like "The Magical 12 Birthday." Managed the full production process for audiobooks.
E-Learning/Audiobook Voiceover Artist
Benchmark Education
Jun 2021 - Present (4 years)
Narrated educational audiobooks for various grade levels, including "Decodable Fluency Builders" and "Build, Reflect, Write." Recorded and produced audio content for e-learning platforms.
Drummer/Vocalist
Songs for Seeds
Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 5 months)
Performed as a drummer and vocalist for the organization. Contributed to musical performances and entertainment.
Session Drummer
Infinium
Aug 2020 - Present (4 years 10 months)
Worked as a session drummer for the band. Specialized in jazz fusion and progressive metal.
Session Drummer
Varanak
Jul 2019 - Present (5 years 11 months)
Worked as a session drummer for the band. Contributed to death-doom and atmospheric black metal.
Percussion Instructor
PY Rock Music School
Oct 2018 - Present (6 years 8 months)
Provided percussion instruction to students. Guided students in developing their musical skills and techniques.
Percussion Instructor
Arete/Aurora Music Academy
Oct 2018 - Present (6 years 8 months)
Provided percussion instruction to students. Developed and implemented lesson plans for musical education.
Drummer/Music Arranger
Eels of Love
Oct 2018 - Present (6 years 8 months)
Served as a drummer and music arranger for the band. Focused on progressive rock/metal and instrumental music.
Pit Percussionist
Bergen County Players
Mar 2018 - Present (7 years 3 months)
Served as a pit percussionist for various musical productions. Contributed to the live musical accompaniment of theatrical performances.
Drummer
Münki
Sep 2017 - Present (7 years 9 months)
Performed as a drummer for the band. Specialized in industrial hip-hop and noise genres.
Mobile Crew Member/Manager
Bronx Zoo
May 2017 - Present (8 years 1 month)
Interacted and played educational games with guests. Promoted to manager of Mobile Crew due to solid work ethic and punctuality.
Pit Percussionist
Players Guild of Leonia
May 2017 - Present (8 years 1 month)
Served as a pit percussionist for various theatrical productions. Provided musical accompaniment for stage performances.
Drummer/Music Arranger
The Permanent Revolution
Feb 2017 - Present (8 years 4 months)
Performed as a drummer and music arranger for the band. Specialized in rock, glam, and new wave genres.
Admin Assistant
EZ Marketing
Oct 2016 - Present (8 years 8 months)
Managed client communication, utilizing eloquent written communication for business dealings. Maintained data and spreadsheets in Excel and performed digital filing of financial reports.
Network Operations Assistant
Oscar Health Insurance
May 2016 - Present (9 years 1 month)
Performed data entry and customer care, communicating with health offices regarding policy updates. Tracked financial data and client retention rates, advocating for customer needs.
Pit Percussionist/Acting Coach
Stage Scene and Song Performing Arts
Jun 2015 - Present (10 years)
Served as a pit percussionist and acting coach. Contributed to musical theater productions and actor development.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
The University of the Arts
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Fine Arts
Activities and societies: Diction, Critical thinking, Public speaking and presentation, Studied psychological and behavioral concepts, Active and responsive listening
Graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts, focusing on diction, critical thinking, and public speaking. Studied psychological and behavioral concepts, and developed active and responsive listening skills.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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