Booking, Publicity, Marketing

Galen Christopher Moore

***** ******* ** ****** *****, CA 92844 • 309-***-**** • *******@*****.***

INTERNSHIP

*/**/**** – Present – Project Manager Assistant – Fearless Records Huntington Beach, CA

• Organized and developed new release marketing plans using Word/Excel consisting of online marketing, statistics, retail and digital sales, ad placements, and department goals.

• Took minutes at staff meetings and later communicated with each department about project details and dates to remember

• Organized song licensing spreadsheet by notable themes, standout lyrics, most likely heard (radio, TV, soundtrack, movie, video game), and comparable bands

9/01/2009 – 12/15/2009 – Publicity Assistant - Fearless Records Huntington Beach, CA

• Researched and pitched article ideas to new and old press contacts and decided which media outlets would increase artist’s exposure and fan-base

• Managed guest list for artist’s tours and coordinated artist interviews and photo-passes with tour managers

• Documented CD reviews, publicity accomplishments, and sent out promotional packages and added/updated existing media contacts using Filemaker Pro

4/22/2009 - Present – PR/Artist Management Assistant and Booking Agent (remotely) - SJK Public Relations/Opus Entertainment Agency Atlanta, GA ($10/hr plus booking commission)

• Communicated with radio, TV, and record stores to negotiate airtime/appearances

• Wrote press releases, pitched artists for print and online exclusives, and submitted events to calendars

• Planned tour routes for Ordain and contacted venues fitting my artist’s style and popularity

• Kept a consistent follow-up schedule and negotiated payment of artist

Exclusive assistance to SJK PR client Riejunio Premium Apparel

• Generated online buzz for Riejunio Premium Apparel through social networks, forums, youtube, and denim blogs

• Provided wholesale support to surrounding Atlanta area and followed up with cold calls and emails

• Attended “Nomatique” Boutique and Designer warehouse sale on behalf of brand and assisted with sales

EXPERIENCE

6/13/2008 - 5/01/2009 -Guitar Sales Associate (Full-time) - Guitar Center Peoria, IL ($8/hr plus commission)

• Engaged, built rapport, and qualified customers for products while closing deals and followed up with sales

• Researched used items in regards to trading and selling and negotiated market worth/need with customers

• Scheduled guitar/bass repairs and provided technical assistance when needed

6/15/2009 - 9/15/2009 - Music Licensing Consultant – SESAC Atlanta, GA (Commission)

• Located and contacted establishments using SESAC licensed music and set follow-up schedule

• Initiated auto-mail letters to further explain music-user’s responsibility under copyright law

• Used AS400 database to record information and calculate annual blanket license fees

2004 - 2005 - Western Illinois University Union Board Member - Macomb, IL

• Played key role in booking and promoting the spring and fall concerts on campus

• Worked in team environment to plan the strategies of promotion in a college town

• Recommended musical acts based on designated budgets and time constraints

EDUCATION

2004 - 2008 - Western Illinois University, Macomb, IL

• Communication major with emphasis on Organizational and Rhetorical Communication, Small Group Communication, Argumentation, and Research Design in Communication

• Music Business minor with emphasis on the Music Product Industry, Music Publishing, Performing Rights Organizations, and Artist Management

SKILLS

• Knowledge of entertainment industry and a passion for researching new films and musical trends

• Familiarity and understanding of Soundscan, BDS, and Venue Scans

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills with proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word

• Basic HTML/CSS and Photoshop experience

• Extensive knowledge of online database research and Filemaker Pro

• Experienced customer service provider with persuasive sales communication abilities

• Superior time management skills with excellent self motivation

REFERENCES

• Heather Gonzalez: Fearless Records Publicity Assistant, 949-***-****

• Shirley Kennedy: SJK Public Relations CEO, 678-***-****

• Georgia Robinson: Opus Entertainment Booking Agent, 404-***-****

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