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Parker Garland

San Diego,CA

Summary

Dynamic music manager with proven track record in nurturing talent, negotiating contracts, and facilitating tours. Known for strong team collaboration and networking skills. Adept in artist development, videography, photography, social media management, and event coordination. Consistently expands artists' reach and increases booking opportunities.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Music Manager / Booking Agent

Kaipora
09.2017 - Current
  • Pitched Kaipora to venues, talent buyers, and festivals.
  • Built strong relationships with booking agents, venues, and artists.
  • Booked 100+ shows for Kaipora in the United States, Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Canada.
  • Managed studio scheduling, show bookings, and tour logistics.
  • Negotiated contracts with concert venues and festivals.
  • Coordinated upcoming Canadian tour with Honeycomb to expand Kaipora's international reach.
  • Facilitated collaborations with Dirtwire, Maddy O'Neal, and Mr. Grizzly.
  • Recruited and managed team members, including assistants, directors, and legal advisors.
  • Ensured seamless communication between artists, management, promoters, and venue.
  • Networked at industry events to expand connections in the San Diego music scene.

Social Media Manager / Content Creator / Graphic Designer

Kaipora
09.2017 - Current
  • Filmed and photographed 100+ Kaipora's live shows.
  • Filmed, produced, and edited 10+ music videos.
  • Optimized and managed Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, & YouTube profiles.
  • Grew Instagram following by 1,730%.
  • Created, planned, and managed social media paid advertisements.
  • Produced and coordinated Twitch live streams.
  • Designed merchandise, album covers, and Spotify canvases.
  • Leveraged AI to enhance efficiency.

Founder / Photographer / Videographer / Editor

Down To Festival
11.2016 - Current
  • Founded company to help emerging artists capture magical moments on stage and gain exposure with new audiences.
  • Filmed, photographed, and edited content for a 10+ artists, including Yak Attack, Cello Joe, Danny Goldberg Sound Immersion Experience, Maddy O'neal, Fooz Fighters, The Flusters, the Funk Hunters, Goldi, and Dissolv.
  • Served on the official media team for 15+ music festivals, including Lightening in a Bottle, Wonderfront, Same Same But Different, Lucidity, Joshua Tree Music Festival, Still Dream, Serenity Gathering, Symbiosis Gathering, Northern Nights, Enchanted Forest, You Are Here Gathering, & One Love Fest, and more.

Event Organizer

Waves
06.2023 - 09.2023
  • Planned a private crypto conference in New York City.
  • Carefully tracked and managed a $100,000 budget.
  • Organized and managed a team of experienced event planners.
  • Researched and booked the venue, musical talent, catering, and guest accommodations.

Videographer / Drone Pilot / Editor

New Evolution Video
05.2017 - 01.2019
  • Filmed and edited ~30 corporate commercials.
  • Edited photos and videos.
  • Created title designs.
  • Designed typography.
  • Made custom animations using After Effects.
  • Piloted drones and operated steady cams.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Cinematography And Film Production

University of San Diego
05.2018

Skills

  • Music management
  • Artist development
  • Networking
  • Videography
  • Photography
  • Editing
  • Graphic design
  • Content creation
  • Social media management
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Timeline

Event Organizer

Waves
06.2023 - 09.2023

Music Manager / Booking Agent

Kaipora
09.2017 - Current

Social Media Manager / Content Creator / Graphic Designer

Kaipora
09.2017 - Current

Videographer / Drone Pilot / Editor

New Evolution Video
05.2017 - 01.2019

Founder / Photographer / Videographer / Editor

Down To Festival
11.2016 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Cinematography And Film Production

University of San Diego

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