Admin & Media Team
Administration
Jonathan Otero
Executive Director
Jonathan, based in Inverness, FL, is a distinguished figure in the music industry. As an Educational Artist for Vic Firth and Zildjian and the CEO of Jotero Music, he brings expertise and innovation to his role as a marching arts educator and designer across multiple states.
His musical journey began with the drum set and saxophone, evolving into a deep passion for marching band and drumline during high school. Jonathan’s professional accomplishments include performing at Walt Disney World and serving as a percussion instructor and arranger for numerous high schools, such as Haines City High, Poinciana High, and Citrus High. His extensive career also spans roles with RPT Percussion, Star City Bulldog Regiment, South Sumter High, and Heat Wave Drum & Bugle Corps.
Currently, Jonathan is the Percussion Director and Battery Arranger for Mount Dora High School in Florida, as well as the Percussion Designer and Program Consultant at Star City High School in Arkansas. His work reflects a commitment to excellence and a dedication to nurturing the next generation of musicians.
Jordon Pinchback
Assistant Director
Born in North Carolina and Tampa, Florida raised, Jordon received his bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies from St. Petersburg College. Since 2017 Jordon has been at various central Florida schools as a visual and music technician, choreographer, director, and designer. Jordon concurrently serves as the board secretary of Siege Performing Arts, Inc., and is also the Corps Director at River City Rhythm Drum and Bugle Corps (Anoka, MN).
Jordon returns to co-lead the administrative team at Siege Percussion with 7+ years of progressive management and leadership skills, including transformational management.
Outside of the pageantry arts, Jordon works as an adult education teacher for Hillsborough County Public Schools. In his free time, Jordon can be found supporting local multicultural eateries, coffee shops, and breweries in and around the Tampa Bay area. Bowling, tubing, and spontaneous road trips are other hobbies that Jordon enjoys while living in the Sunshine State.
Ernad Sisic
Business Manager
Ernad is the Business Manager for Siege Performing Arts, Inc., bringing over seven years of experience in performing arts administration, operations, and nonprofit management. He also serves as the Membership Manager for River City Rhythm Drum & Bugle Corps, a role he began in 2025.
Since 2018, Ernad has held leadership and administrative roles across the marching arts — including Corps Director, Operations Manager, and Tour Manager for Southwind Drum & Bugle Corps, Group Administrator for Equinox Percussion, and Board Member for Spartans Performance Ensembles. These experiences strengthened his expertise in financial oversight, membership services, and operational strategy.
Based in Atlanta, GA, Ernad also works professionally in talent acquisition, holding a Professional Recruiting Certification (PRC) and over four years of recruiting experience. In his free time, he enjoys writing marching band music, discovering new coffee shops, attending live events, and spending time with friends and family.
Allyson Vega
Office Manager
Allyson is an Administrative Secretary for Pasco County. She graduated with an Associate in Science Degree from St. Petersburg College in 2018. She joined band in middle school and later found her passion in color guard. In 2023, she joined the world of indoor percussion alongside her husband, AJ Vega.
With extensive experience in administration, Allyson is committed to optimizing office operations and ensuring seamless, high-quality support for every team member.
Tyler Marais
Senior Administrative Specialist
Tyler Marais is the Director of Bands at Safety Harbor Middle School in Safety Harbor, Florida. The program consists of Concert, Jazz, Drumline, and Color Guard. Their program has grown and earned straight superior ratings at annual assessments since taking over the program in 2020. Mr. Marais is the recipient of the Emerging Teacher of the Year for SHMS in 2022.
Mr. Marais graduated with a Bachelors in Music Education from Florida Southern College studying Saxophone under Valerie Gillespie. Mr. Marais has been a staff member of their FSC Band Camp staff since 2018 and coordinator since 2022 as well as Visual Technician for the Countryside HS and East Lake HS marching programs. Mr. Marais is a member of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, National Association for Music Education, and the Florida Bandmasters Association.
Keenan Converse
Administrative Specialist
Born and raised in Pinellas County, FL, Keenan earned a B.A. in Intelligence Studies from American Military University. His passion for pageantry arts began in 2016 and includes performing with Riptide Percussion Theatre in 2019 and teaching percussion across Pinellas and Pasco counties. He now serves as an Administrative Specialist for Siege Percussion and works as a U.S. Space Force Intelligence Analyst, pursuing master’s degrees in public administration and international politics.
Francis Perez
Administrative Specialist
Francisbel Perez is a dedicated and passionate musician with over 13 years of experience in a variety of band programs. She has played clarinet for more than nine years and expanded her performance journey into marching percussion, where she has performed cymbals with the University of South Florida’s Herd of Thunder (2024), Siege Percussion (2025), and the Buccaneers Beat Line (2025-2026 season).
Known for her energy, commitment, and collaborative spirit, Francisbel thrives in team-oriented environments where precision and creativity come together. She values the discipline, growth, and camaraderie that music ensembles provide and enjoys contributing both musically and personally to every group she is part of.
Media Team
Hikari Nitta
Media Manager
Hikari is an educator/performer based in Orlando where she currently drums with Matsuriza at Epcot. With an extensive background in dance and colorguard, she has performed with Freedom HS (Orlando), USF Winterguard, the Bluecoats and Swotu Waya Drum Circle at Animal Kingdom. Still very active in the marching arts, she currently teaches Freedom HS and The Bluecoats as well as works as a social media coordinator and Contest Director for FFCC.
Thompson "TJ" Joseph
Brand & Merchandise Manager
Thompson is a graphic designer and photographer passionate about creativity and visual arts. He has an extensive background in the marching arts. Early in his career, he made his mark as a costume and uniform designer. Thompson performed with the Teal Sound and Sun Devils Drum and Bugle Corps, and later served as the Visual Caption Head for the Heat Wave Drum and Bugle Corps. He has also contributed as a drill designer for multiple programs across Central Florida.
Thompson is the former CEO of Motus Design Co. and currently owns Tommy Jo Creative Studio, where he brings his artistic vision to life. His diverse background and innovative approach bring a unique perspective to every project he undertakes.
Rett Johnson
Photographer
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