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CHERELLE STEPHENSON

Oxnard,California

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Creative Director & Artist Manager

We Realer Nation, LLC
01.2011 - Current
  • Lead full-cycle artist development including branding, marketing, recording, and touring.
  • Grow fan engagement through curated content and digital strategy across platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Spotify.
  • Coordinate recording sessions, interviews, and meetings with artists, producers, and label representatives.
  • Provide support in the studio; help shape sonic and visual identity.
  • Analyze streaming/social data to inform project strategy, marketing, and release timing.
  • Act as primary liaison between artists and stakeholders, managing project workflows and timelines.
  • Drive merchandising and rollout strategies tailored to artist brands and audience engagement.

Education Assistant (Special Needs Support)

NYC Department of Education
01.2014 - 09.2021
  • Provided direct support to students (K–5) with emotional, cognitive, and physical disabilities in inclusive classroom settings.
  • Reinforced IEP goals with one-on-one and small group instruction.
  • Applied positive behavior support strategies to encourage emotional regulation and academic growth.
  • Collaborated with occupational therapists, speech therapists, and adaptive education professionals.
  • Designed murals, banners, and signage to enhance school culture and communication.

Education

Certificate - Music & Industry Fundamentals

1500 Sound Academy
Inglewood, CA
08.2023

Bachelor of Science - Music Business

Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL
01.2020

Skills

  • A&R Scouting & Artist Development
  • Music Distribution & Publishing
  • Digital Marketing & Campaign Strategy
  • Data Analytics (Chartmetric, Spotify for Artists)
  • Studio Coordination
  • Tour Logistics & Merchandising
  • Branding & Content Creation
  • Google Workspace & Spreadsheet Proficiency
  • MS office
  • Adobe Photoshop & Premiere
  • Strong Interpersonal & Communication Skills
  • Time Management Team Collaboration
  • Creative problem solving
  • Creative team leadership

Timeline

Education Assistant (Special Needs Support)

NYC Department of Education
01.2014 - 09.2021

Creative Director & Artist Manager

We Realer Nation, LLC
01.2011 - Current

Certificate - Music & Industry Fundamentals

1500 Sound Academy

Bachelor of Science - Music Business

Full Sail University

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