Samantha Ray is a forward-thinking, visionary leader with deep roots in music, and a fresh perspective on technology and marketing. An effective director with expertise in exceeding financial goals, strategic planning, and ensuring customer satisfaction, she has enjoyed success in A&R, business development, music supervision, curation, creative direction, building brand equity, multi-channel merchandising, production, and driving revenue growth for iconic artists and brands.
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Svp Of Artist RelationsManhead, Llc 2019 - PresentNashville, Tennessee, UsManhead Merch is a worldwide, full-service merchandise company, catering to the music and entertainment industries. We offer superior design capabilities with uncompromised boutique-level service. -
Director Of New BusinessDreamer Media Llc 2014 - 2019Dreamer Media is a full service licensing and merchandising company with an emphasis on e-commerce. Managing over $500M in worldwide sales of rock and roll merchandise, my team and I are responsible for the development of all creative & production related to our artists’ merchandise brands, across all customer touch points.This includes:• Identifying profitable A&R opportunities• Directing company re-brand• Developing relationships, strategic partnerships (Bose, Dr. Martens)• Product Development of tour lines, branding guides• Managing sales of VIP Experiences (Meet & Greets)• Coordinating licensing & retail efforts (Urban Outfitters)• Associate Licensing-In agent for Lucky Brand (Elvis, Johnny Cash)• Project Manager, overseeing all elements of production (Bob Dylan, KISS)• Social Media Manager, innovative promotions, campaigns, pop-up shops
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Digital Marketing Specialist, CatalogConcord Music 2017 - 2018Nashville, Tn, UsConcord Music is one of the largest independent record and music publishing companies in the world and owner of a rich and, in many cases, historically significant catalog of recordings. Concord Music Group's legendary family of labels include Concord Records, Concord Jazz, Fantasy, Stax, Milestone, Riverside, Specialty, Telarc, Rounder, Peak, Heads Up, Pablo, and Prestige, to name a few.Samantha’s main responsibilities are to work closely with the CMG Catalog division (Craft Recordings) to help develop, execute and amplify online marketing initiatives. With a focus on social media, content creation, audience growth and calendar management, Samantha also supports streaming efforts for both CMG’s catalog & labels. -
Curator | BuyerCoachella Record Store Day Pop-Up Shop | Glasshouse Record Store 2016 - 2018
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A&R | CuratorDelicious Vinyl 2010 - Jan 2017Los Angeles, Ca, UsDelicious Vinyl, founded in 1987, is a record label specializing in hip hop. Becoming a globally recognized brand, the label is known for smash hits including Tone-Loc’s “Wild Thing” and Young MC’s “Bust A Move.” Fulfilling their desire to become a lifestyle brand, DV recently opened Delicious Pizza, evoking the same, old school hip-hop vibes that are proving to be successful and popular institutions for the avid hip hop fan.I currently provide curation & freelance efforts for both businesses. -
Licensing-In AdvisorLucky Brand 2014 - 2016New York, Ny, UsI provide certain services related to soliciting, negotiating and otherwise consummating prospective “in-license” transactions between Lucky and certain third-parties, including (i) researching potential transactions, suggest relevant properties and potential transactions; (ii) soliciting opportunities if and as approved and directed by Lucky; (iii) negotiating the terms of potential licenses with prospective licensors on terms acceptable to Lucky; (iv) managing license agreement process, including without limitation by facilitating the exchange of art assets/style guides and otherwise overseeing deadlines and other relevant contract life cycle dates; (v) supporting operational and invoice/reporting requirements, product development and product approval process; and (vi) identifying brand marketing and promotional opportunities and maintaining status reports on the same.Partnerships include Elvis, Fender, Johnny Cash, Triumph Motorcycles, Indian Motorcycles, Bob Dylan, Pink Floyd, Grateful Dead, The Who, Def Leppard, Rolling Stones, etc... -
Assistant Designer | CuratorAgatha Blois Custom Leather 2011 - 2016Agatha Blois is an iconic couture designer, famous for her distinct, Rock ‘N Roll, bespoke, aesthetic. I assisted in the production of unique garments, accessories & furniture, and oversaw e-commerce fulfillment. I also managed daily communication with high-end clientele (Billy Idol, Steven Tyler, Slash), negotiated retail/studio loans, coordinated retail campaigns (Maxfields, Trash & Vaudeville) and spearheaded Agatha’s presence on social media for her design work and apothecary line (Carnival Wax).
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Associate ProducerEndless Noise 2013 - 2014
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Archival Director | Executive AssistantJampol Artist Management | Doors Music Company 2009 - 2012JAM Inc specializes in brand & IP management for iconic estates.Providing general administrative tasks for the CEO, VP & GM, my duties also included:• Daily management for estates of The Doors, Janis Joplin, Gram Parsons, The Beach Boys, etc. • Executing art & music clearances for use in TV, cinema, radio• Director of all archival assets & historical artifacts• Coordinator of artist loans for museums, installations (Grammy Museum)• Promoting brands at major music industry conferences (SXSW, ACL)
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Assistant AgentThe Agency Group 2008 - 2009TAG is a reknowned worldwide booking agency for live music and speakers. I assisted in the coordination of such tours, drafted agreements, and provided executive assistant responsibilities.
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Marketing CoordinatorMyspace Records 2007 - 2008Active during MySpace’s heyday, this was the company’s independent record label.
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Music Supervisor | Production AssistantVinyl Films 1996 - 2002Vinyl Films is director, Cameron Crowe's, production company; here, I assisted Cameron in music supervision on films, such as Jerry Maguire, Almost Famous & Vanilla Sky.
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Samantha Ray Education Details
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Loyola Marymount UniversityPhilosophy
Frequently Asked Questions about Samantha Ray
What company does Samantha Ray work for?
Samantha Ray works for Manhead, Llc
What is Samantha Ray's role at the current company?
Samantha Ray's current role is SVP of Artist Relations at Manhead Merch.
What schools did Samantha Ray attend?
Samantha Ray attended Loyola Marymount University.
What are some of Samantha Ray's interests?
Samantha Ray has interest in Musick Recordings, Beat Bait, Nakedcowgirl Vintage, The Unclaimed, Xxx Fanzine, Cameron Crowe, Community, The Blessings, Arts And Entertainment, Band.
What skills is Samantha Ray known for?
Samantha Ray has skills like Music, Television, Creative Direction, Film, Social Media, Advertising, Event Management, Event Planning, Social Media Marketing, Photoshop, Public Relations, Adobe Creative Suite.
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