Michael Mcsweeney Email & Phone Number

Volunteer

Synthesizing research into user stories and translating them into early design concepts such as wireframes and prototypes alongside a team of Designers, Developers, and Project Managers to develop a responsive website and mobile app focused on increasing neurodivergent accessibility in public spaces.Working alongside team of designers to implement a temporary website with information about the project, ways to contribute, and open positions.

Created a mobile app and companion website using a mobile-first approach for a flexible, interactive conferencing app focused on accessibility for both conference attendees and host organizations by utilizing free third-party services such as YouTube to keep costs down, including translation and closed captioning features, and other user-centered features.Brought broad concept to fruition by conducting user and industry research, identifying typical users to create personas and user flows, translating sketches into wireframes, and creating low- and high-fidelity prototypes.

Conceptualized and designed a mobile app and website for a fictional live music venue that removes the involvement of a third-party ticketing vendor and increases accessibility for the user.Created high-quality personas and user flows through user research, ideated on design concepts, built wireframes and prototypes, and iterated on designs.

United States

Designed and regularly iterated on personal and group web sites, created logos and other branding materials, and designed marketing materials such as event posters, business cards, demo videos, and more. Created and implemented a new client-facing system for Costas Colectivo (previously Salsa del Norte) for clients to submit and update living documents with event details, resulting in stronger reliability and communication and translating into higher client satisfaction before, during, and after the event.Performed both in and out of academic studies in a variety of settings, including: Afro-Cuban & Latin Popular music, Top 40/Classic event band, musical theatre, steel pan/steel band, traditional Ewe (West African) drumming, percussion ensemble, steel band, jazz band/combo, rock/jam band, wind ensemble, and orchestra.Taught private lessons, group classes, and clinics in drum set, Afro-Cuban percussion, Ewe drumming, concert percussion, steel pan, and piano. Worked as a teaching artist with the Chicago Youth Symphony Steel Orchestras, Oak Park School of Music, Steel on Wheels at various Washington D.C. Public Schools, Fox River Academy of Music and Art, Central Music Academy, Your Performing Arts Center, and more.

Riverdale, Maryland, United States

Established digital membership and building access/reservation system for a 24-hour facility used by 30+ subscribing members using a web-based account system and mobile access app in addition to a separate system for touring musicians such as Jon Batiste, Ari Lennox, Deborah Cox, Bad Brains, American Authors, and others.Collaborated with the business owner to create a chatbot that successfully assisted clients with more than 100 common questions and issues regarding access, on-site troubleshooting, and general information, resulting in quicker solutions for clients and higher efficiency for staff.

Oak Park, Illinois, United States

Developed, maintained, and managed troubleshooting for the website, registration system, student/instructor portal, and Zoom lessons while managing day-to-day operations for 170+ students.Assisted Director in development, organization, and logistics of events such as student recitals, group classes, camps, educational standards, COVID-friendly programming, and long-term planning.

Yorkville, Illinois

Focused primarily on attracting, retaining, and developing team members, community members, and students . Additionally lead development of programming in performance and education opportunities including recitals, camps, and community activities.Designed flyers, recital slideshows, name tags, and other graphics to promote the private music lesson program and the success of its students and faculty.

Sabaneta, Antioquia, Colombia

Assisted with day-to-day logistics, presented master classes in drum set and music production, collaborated with music teachers/staff, and co-produced a concert featuring more than ten local groups each performing different styles from around the world in a strictly Spanish-speaking environment.

Google Ux Design Certificate

Completed the seven-course certificate culminating in a portfolio including mobile apps, responsive websites, and cross-platform.

Master Of Music - Mm, Individualized Specialization: World Music (Performance)

Activities and Societies: NIU Steelband, NIU Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Combo, Middle Eastern Music Ensemble, Latin Jazz Band, Percussion.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Arts Administration

Bachelor Of Music - Bm, Music Performance, Percussion

Activities and Societies: UK Percussion Ensemble, UK Percussion Group, Blue Steel, UK Percussive Society, UK Jazz Ensemble, Lab Band, Rep.

Bachelor Of Music, Music Performance, Percussion

Music & Culture Field Study In Ghana

- Studied traditional West African drumming and dance - Observed/participated in community events - Visited both traditional.