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Educator officially authorized by The Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC) to host academic events and activities related to The MLC.

Burbank, California, United States

• Develop, manage, and implement new projects and procedures within the education department.• Teach courses, mentor instructors, and cover classes when necessary.• Curriculum development, update course materials and meet educational needs each term.• Track and report data on courses and instructors and conduct quarterly evaluations to maintain high teaching standards.• Coordinate educational events and collaborate on cross-departmental projects.• Assist in hiring new instructors and provide ongoing support and guidance.• Keep faculty and staff updated on educational changes and developments.• Manage content assets and upload educational materials to the CANVAS LMS.Key Accomplishments: • Achieved full accreditation from NASM and BPPE for all educational programs.• Develop partnerships for student internships, increasing practical experience opportunities.

Burbank, California

• Engaged students in learning through planned instructional activities.• Adapted resources to meet diverse student needs, fostering a positive learning environment.• Collaborated with faculty to share performance information and recommend educational strategies.

Greater Los Angeles Area

• Launched and manage an independent House Music label, overseeing record label operations, DSP distribution, and creative activities.• Negotiate record deals and third-party licensing.• Handle royalty accounting, ensuring accurate and timely payments for artists and licensors.• Collaborate with the event production team to promote releases.

Venice, California

Music Development Company providing clients with A&R, Remix Packages, Digital Marketing, Promotion, and Project Management Services.• Spearheaded remix package marketing campaigns for major labels, including Interscope, Cherry Tree, Sony, and RCA Records.• Collaborated with booking agents, negotiating live performance fees and tour contracts.• Organized publicity initiatives, artist schedules, and recording sessions, ensuring smooth project execution.• Contributed to the success of multiple high-profile projects, including Enrique Iglesias’ Billboard #1 singles, the Backstreet Boys: Larger Than Life Concert Residency, and works from artists such as Ice Cube, Sweet Taboo, Duke Dumont, Nero, Robyn, and Richard Vission Ft. Luciana.

Los Angeles

• Played an instrumental role in shaping the creative direction of the brand, managing design concepts for the brand strategy, and overseeing apparel production and quality control for retail accounts totaling over $3M.• Devised effective sales tools, including engaging presentations for marketing and sales teams, while coordinating photoshoots in line with e-commerce strategy and collection launches.• Directed product development and production processes, encompassing quality control, sample approvals, graphic printing, and garment manufacturing, to guarantee cost-effective, timely product delivery.• Led and inspired a team of five in-house and freelance graphic designers, overseeing multiple projects from conception to completion, leading to the creation of appealing products for affluent consumers.Key Accomplishments:• Crafted original designs for apparel under licensing agreements with esteemed partners such as MGM, HBO, UMG, EMI Music Publishing, and Hot Rod.• Strategized with key stakeholders to establish design direction, leading to successful retail partnerships with industry leaders like Nordstrom, Macy's, Urban Outfitters, and PacSun.• Conceptualized, designed, and launched a comprehensive Shopify website.

Bachelor'S Degree

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