Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Alex Thompson

Bismarck,ND

Summary

Dedicated and experienced industry worker seeking an entry level position at Dynamic Talent to later transition into a full time Booking Agent. Bringing over a decade of combined hands-on experience in venue management, show coordination, promoting, tour managing and business ownership within the music industry.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Merch Lab
04.2020 - Current
  • Established and managed a successful screen printing business, showcasing entrepreneurial skills.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
  • Streamlined operations to improve efficiency, enabling more time to be spent on strategic planning and decision making.
  • Founded and managed new business amidst COVID-19 growing revenue to $200,000 in first year.

Promoter and Talent Buyer

Rhythm Records
11.2014 - Current
  • Coordinated and executed events, collaborating with bands, booking agents, and managers.
  • Managed talent acquisition, negotiations, and scheduling for live performances.
  • Collaborated with event organizers to create engaging promotional materials and strategies.

Promoter and Talent Buyer

Organized Noise Entertainment
12.2012 - 10.2014
  • Coordinated and executed events, collaborating with bands, booking agents, and managers
  • Managed talent acquisition, negotiations, and scheduling for live performances.
  • Increased event attendance by effectively promoting and marketing upcoming events through various channels.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Graphic Design and Communications

Bismarck State College
Bismarck, ND

Skills

  • Booking and Coordination: Over 10 years of experience working directly with bands, booking agents, and managers
  • Tour Management: Extensive background in tour managing and merchandising for various tours
  • Entrepreneurship: Established and managed a successful screen printing business
  • Communication and Negotiation: Sharp communication and negotiation skills developed through running a business and coordinating with diverse stakeholders

Accomplishments

  • Successfully booked and managed multiple DIY tours, shows, and local music festivals from 2013-2019 and began tour managing as well as handling merch for bands across the United States, Canada, and (later this year) Europe.
  • Proven ability to multitask, communicate effectively, and negotiate, honed through running and managing my own business.

Timeline

Owner

Merch Lab
04.2020 - Current

Promoter and Talent Buyer

Rhythm Records
11.2014 - Current

Promoter and Talent Buyer

Organized Noise Entertainment
12.2012 - 10.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Graphic Design and Communications

Bismarck State College
Alex Thompson