My Digital Handshake
My Digital Handshake
My Digital Handshake
Grace Irwin
Dedicated Creative
I was raised by a family that believes that a good, firm handshake sets the tone for a solid first impression. I really took that to heart, and since I am unable to shake your hand in person right now, please allow me to give you my digital version:
Hi, I'm Grace, a future “roadie” and creative based in Big Sky, Montana, but born and raised in the ever-so-majestic rolling corn and soybean fields of LaSalle-Peru, Illinois. I’ve got big aspirations, dozens of interests, a rock-solid work ethic, and the passion it takes to be a valuable addition to your team/community.
I have an Associate of Arts degree from Illinois Valley Community College and was accepted into some pretty prestigious colleges as a transfer student including UNC-Chapel Hill and Hillsdale College as a Philosophy and Religion Major, but chose to switch paths and am now studying Music Business and Photography at Belmont University.
I am very goal-oriented, so allow me to introduce you to my personal roadmap:
Educational Plans: Return to college to further my skills in the Music Business and Music Tech scene with the hopes of collecting many diverse skills along the way such as live event photography/videography and personal styling/image consulting that I can use to begin a career in the touring industry as a “roadie” upon graduation. I also plan to learn by starting headfirst in the industry by taking odd jobs and apprenticeships to learn my way in practical experience outside the classroom too.
Career Plans: I want to work with touring bands/artists on their road crews and become a part of the magic of live events, helping bring those electric moments that made me fall in love with concerts to others so they can experience the same. I want to play a role in crafting that unique experience for both the artist and the audience, drawing upon the music genre, personal brand of the artist, and vibe of the overall fanbase.
I also run an Instagram page (linked in the footer) where I share my endeavors with a growing following of over 5,000! I use my social media platform as a way to learn media skills that could make me valuable to future touring bands that may need a social media manager or help promoting their gigs.
My work experience:
Live Event/Music:
Arranged by job title, show/event title, date(s) worked. Please note where only one date is listed, this means it was a one-show gig.
Security and Local Stagehand. Billy Strings, Summer Tour. August 15th, 2025
Runner. Wildlands Music Festival (with Dave Matthews). August 1st-2nd, 2025
VIP Concierge. Big Sky PBR. July 17th-19th, 2025
Production Assistant, Merchandise Seller, and Event Staff. Music in the Mountains. June-September, 2025
Local Stagehand. Sturgill Simpson, Who The F*ck Is Johnny Blue Skies Tour. Apr. 17th, 2025
Local Stagehand. Chicago the Musical, The Cell Block Tour. Feb. 27th, 2025
Food Service, Retail, and Maintenance:
Hostess, Server Assistant, and Event Server. Lone Mountain Ranch. May 2024-Oct 2025
Seasonal Retail Associate. Hobby Lobby,Inc. Oct 2023-Dec 2023
Seasonal City Maintenance. City of Peru. May 2021-Nov 2023
For further details on my previous positions, please click the link below:
Awards &Honors
Suma Cum Laude, 2024
Sigma Kappa Delta Honor Society invitee and member, 2023-2024
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society invitee and member, 2023-2024
Presidential Honors List, 2023-2024
Illinois State Scholar, 2022