Adam Hartke Email & Phone Number

Wichita

Wichita

Wichita

Wichita, Kansas Area

Helped boost button sales to 104,000 in 2013 (up from 75,000 in 2012) and 111,000 in 2014 by diversifying our concert lineup and including numerous emerging artists as part of a more robust and prolific concert schedule. Because of these attendance increases Riverfest took the #32 spot in Pollstars 2013 3rd Quarter World Wide Ticket Sales for outdoor.

Founded and managed this annual music and arts festival focusing on progressing the musical and artistic culture of our community. Oversaw all aspects of the event operations including; creative development, logistics, talent buying, event budgets, event staff, contractual work, marketing, security, technical services, city & state licenses and permits.

Produced four albums, produced three large scale events (LIV Fest, Wichita First Friday, Local Music Night at Intrust Bank Arena), and recorded over 150 songs for local and regional musicians. Helped boost awareness and appreciation of original music a variety of genres in the Wichita area.

Wichita, KS

Increased attendance by 22% and increased revenue by 54% by booking diverse, widely appealing events and increasing the number of events presented in house. Created an enjoyable work atmosphere for staff and volunteers by closely managing all aspects of theatre operation, including; event services, talent buying, promotions, security, box office, custodial.

Managed the monthly music crawl hosted in 8-25 venues (depending on the time of year) with average attendance of 1,000-4,000 people. Increased average event revenues for live original music by 20-50% through aggressive promotion and booking efforts. Ensured the event ran smoothly by clearly communicating details with venue managers, performers, tour.

Learned numerous technical skills while working as local crew with touring audio/video teams of large arena shows such as the Rolling Stones, Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Walking with Dinosaurs, and WWE.

Wichita, KS

Conceived new and unique ideas utilizing social media and other grassroots promotional tactics to boost awareness of local artists, musicians, and arts organizations. Grew attendance for local arts events dramatically by creating an all inclusive online events calendar, a weekly print publication, constant communication with the local community, production.

Founded and operated a full service music recording studio. Recorded over 500 songs for local and regional musicians, produced over 100 live music events, and operated all aspects of the business including budgeting, event production, music production, scheduling, promotions, strategic partnerships, technical direction, and sponsorship development.

Radio And Film

Activities and Societies: KJHK Student Radio - Special Promotions Staff

Associates, Radio/Tv/Film

Activities and Societies: KBTL Student Radio