JD Stafford
Nashville,TN
Summary
Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Independent Musician
TRIPP LLC
09.2017 - Current
- I am the lead singer, drummer and songwriter for a band called TRIPPP that I have had with my triplet brothers for almost a decade. After forming the group as kids, we officially started a touring band together in 2017. After over 300 independent shows, we made our Grand Ole Opry debut as guests of Josh Turner in 2022. In 2023, I received a Golden Ticket on American Idol and my band was included in Nashville Briefing’s “25 Artists To Watch” list. My brothers and I were the 2021 Arkansas Country Music Awards “Young Artists of the Year,” and we’ve been voted “Best Local Band” in Northeast Arkansas seven times since forming in 2017. We moved to Nashville in 2020 to attend Belmont University and continued to play shows together, landing our first major festival with a spot on the Rock the Country tour this past summer.
- Through my time as an independent musician, I have developed many useful skills that will be easily transferrable to almost any occupation that I pursue. I am highly coachable and willing to learn, while also ready to step up and lead in order to navigate any challenge that presents itself on the job. I am willing and able to do physical labor of any kind and I am a great critical thinker and problem solver. I know what it takes to be prepared, and I also know what it takes to respond and resolve unforeseen challenges and circumstances.
Lawn Care Specialist
Lynn Newton
02.2022 - 10.2022
- I was hired by my grandfather for several months to become skilled at lawn care and other maintenance services. Over the course of 8 months working under him, I was able to learn many skills to do odds and ends jobs such as power washing, mulching, extracting weeds and other pests, as well as mowing and roofing.
Radio Host
Jonesboro Radio Group - SAGA Communications
09.2019 - 08.2020
- 12 Hour Evening/Overnight shift as a Radio Disc Jockey on Hot 107.5 The Party Station
- Responsible for driving and operating the BFG (Big Family Grill) - grilling/serving food to those in need in Northeast Arkansas. Included many hours of lifting/hauling heavy equipment and packages.
Education
High school diploma -
Jonesboro High School
Jonesboro, AR06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Songwriting/Music Business
Belmont University
Nashville, TNSkills
- Budgeting
- Event Planning
- Public speaking
- Social Media Management
- Songwriting
- Coachability
- Fundraising
- Video Production
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Web Design
- Microsoft Office
- Driving
- Content Development
- Merchandising
- Organizational Skills
- Leadership
- Marketing
- Presentation creation
- Proofreading
- Branding
- Recording
- Research
- Content Creation
- Microsoft Outlook
- Project Management
- Blogging
- Writing Skills
- Presentation Skills
- Conflict Management
- Digital Marketing
- Strategic Planning
Certification
- Driver's License
- July 2023 to January 2030
Timeline
Lawn Care Specialist
Lynn Newton
02.2022 - 10.2022
Radio Host
Jonesboro Radio Group - SAGA Communications
09.2019 - 08.2020
Independent Musician
TRIPP LLC
09.2017 - Current
High school diploma -
Jonesboro High School
Bachelor of Science - Songwriting/Music Business
Belmont University
Awards
Raised over $15,000 for Make-A-Wish, Belmont Songwriter’s Showcase Winner, February 2023, Arkansas 6A Men’s Basketball State Champion, February 2018, Craighead County Spelling Bee Champion - Runner Up in State Spelling Bee (Scripps National Qualifier), January 2014