Chelsea Taylor
Seattle,WA
Summary
Experienced Project Manager and Creative Producer with over ten years of leading physical media, product development, and creative direction. Skilled at guiding projects from initial concept to final delivery, with a strong focus on premium product releases. Proven ability to unite cross-functional teams, manage diverse stakeholders, and consistently deliver high-quality results on time, on budget, and with exceptional attention to both aesthetic and technical detail.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager | A&R | Creative Direction Music
Mondo
08.2022 - 04.2025
- Led full-cycle project management for 60+ high-end physical media releases, driving projects from concept through global release.
- Built and coordinated cross-functional teams including licensors, designers, artists, composers, audio engineers, and marketing stakeholders.
- Created thoughtful project schedules and proactive contingency plans to keep projects on track, on time, and within budget.
- Managed complex external relationships and licensing agreements, ensuring seamless collaboration with external partners.
- Spearheaded creative direction to maintain premium quality standards synonymous with fanbase collections.
- Implemented project management systems (Wrike, Basecamp, Asana), improving efficiency and communication across remote teams.
Project Manager / A&R Admin Manager
Loki Artist Group
11.2020 - 03.2022
- Acted as central coordinator across artist, marketing, and distribution teams for music project rollouts.
- Maintained comprehensive metadata and asset systems, facilitating error-free digital and physical distribution.
- Scheduled studio time, managed contracts, and kept artists informed, fostering long-term trust and delivery success.
Executive Coordinator, Artist Services
Amazon Music
Seattle, USA
07.2018 - 10.2019
- Supported executive team with high-volume scheduling, partner coordination, and project prep.
- Organized internal product launches and cross-departmental communications for global music initiatives.
A&R / Product Development Manager
Universal Music Enterprises
Santa Monica, USA
05.2016 - 12.2017
- Managed high-profile catalog reissues and special edition physical releases.
- Handled budget oversight, test pressing approvals, asset transfers, and third-party production logistics.
- Worked directly with artists and estates to ensure creative integrity in archival product execution.
Coordinator, Business & Legal Affairs
Universal Music Group
Santa Monica, USA
08.2014 - 05.2016
- Supported SVP with contract workflows and legal document coordination for artist rights and releases.
Freelancer: Music Curator / Writer / Fashion Stylist
Darling Magazine
Los Angeles, USA
- Contributed music editorials and styled photo shoots for print editions, blending creative storytelling with strong visual execution.
Education
Associate Degree - Design and Visual Communications
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM)
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Full-cycle project management
- Risk mitigation & contingency planning
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Stakeholder & external partner management
- Strategic project planning
- Creative product development
- Licensing & vendor negotiations
- Physical & digital media production
- Project management tools: Asana, Wrike, Basecamp
- Cloud collaboration: Box, Dropbox, SharePoint
- Adobe Suite proficiency
- Effective communication across disciplines
Timeline
Project Manager | A&R | Creative Direction Music
Mondo
08.2022 - 04.2025
Project Manager / A&R Admin Manager
Loki Artist Group
11.2020 - 03.2022
Executive Coordinator, Artist Services
Amazon Music
07.2018 - 10.2019
A&R / Product Development Manager
Universal Music Enterprises
05.2016 - 12.2017
Coordinator, Business & Legal Affairs
Universal Music Group
08.2014 - 05.2016
Freelancer: Music Curator / Writer / Fashion Stylist
Darling Magazine
Associate Degree - Design and Visual Communications
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM)
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