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Elizabeth Finks

Chicago,IL
Elizabeth Finks

Summary

I’m an innovative and impassioned talent management executive who constantly strives to drive brand and revenue growth through competitive marketing, digital marketing & media initiatives.

Overview

8
years of professional experience

Work History

C3 Management

Touring Director & Day-to-Day Manager
09.2021 - 04.2023

Job overview

  • Developed and managed 4 successful music artist/band careers concurrently overseeing all aspects of clients' career development including touring, PR, content development, promotional media, digital growth, label relations, publishing, licensing, music recording, and releases.
  • Collaborated on creative projects with freelance design artists and content creators to implement unique assets and strategies around artist rollouts.
  • Built digital ad campaigns and managed clients’ social media & online presence resulting in increased fan engagement, followers, sales conversion rates, and website visibility through SEO strategy.
  • Monetized clients' social platforms, including streaming and merchandise.
  • Successfully launched tour announcements and new music releases, securing press coverage and generating buzz through targeted marketing campaigns.
  • Tracked and monitored music sales, airplay, royalties, and registry of PROs via BMI, ASCAP, and SESAC.
  • Managed financial processes related to quarterly budgeting and cash flow forecasting, including reconciliation of tour expenses.
  • Identified and secured relevant partnership marketing opportunities that drove value for each Artist’s business and brand.
  • Aligned Artists' philanthropic work and values with their career and business goals.
  • Advised clients on creative ways to present their tours on budget, and implemented strategies to create new revenue streams and cut operational costs.
  • Coordinated all aspects of band touring including transportation, staffing, accommodations, scheduling, logistics and show design.
  • Advanced contractual agreements with venues, promoters, and vendors.
  • Grew merchandise operations increasing tour merchandise revenue for client band Dopapod by 259% over the course of one year.
  • Led merchandise operations coordinating vendor relations, design, production, marketing, and sales & inventory tracking resulting in increased revenue for the band.

Sideways Media

Marketing Coordinator & Junior Publicist
07.2020 - 09.2021

Job overview

  • Implemented comprehensive communication plans for clients in various industries including music, fashion, and health & wellness.
  • Coordinated with design and media teams to develop high-quality creative assets for cross-platform brand and content campaigns.
  • Managed social media accounts employing both proactive and reactive social media strategies in order to improve client's online presence.
  • Monitored, tracked, and communicated media placement results, KPIs, and wrap reports using data analytics tools to tell a story with data and demonstrate the success of marketing campaigns.
  • Prepared and distributed press releases.
  • Established meaningful media relationships helping to secure high-quality press coverage for our clients.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to establish successful and timely execution of projects and campaigns.

Paradigm Talent Agency / Monterey International

Music Booking Coordinator
09.2015 - 03.2020

Job overview

  • Coordinated booking tours, private events, and appearances for over 30 Artists/Bands.
  • Conferred with Artists & Management teams to develop effective & sustainable touring strategies for their careers.
  • Negotiated and executed contracts with venues, promoters, and vendors on behalf of Artists.
  • Collaborated with marketing and PR teams to promote artists and increase their visibility in the industry.
  • Managed rapidly changing priorities and set expectations for time-sensitive projects and initiatives.
  • Analyzed Artist touring data to inform and budget future touring decisions.
  • Managed administrative staff and oversaw the timely issuing of contracts, itineraries, weekly ticket counts, and financial statements.
  • Stayed up to date with industry trends and identified emerging artist and tour package opportunities.
  • Attended industry events and grew a strong network of industry contacts including artists, tour personnel, promoters, venue owners, managers, and other agents.

Education

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ

Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies from Special Events Management & Communications
10.2014

University Overview

  • Dean's List all semesters
  • cum laude graduate

Skills

  • Skilled digital marketing professional experienced in social media and email marketing, content creation, copywriting, SEO, data analytics, insights, and trend forecasting
  • Proven experience managing multiple projects at once, and implementing processes with a high level of organizational skill
  • Excellent communicator
  • Closing tactics and contract negotiations
  • Account development and networking
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
  • Social Media: TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, Pinterest
  • Analytics Software: Google Analytics, Sprout Social, Semrush, Minterio
  • Music & Tour Management Software: Master Tour, BAND, atVenu, CD Baby, Tunecore, Ingrooves, Soundexchange
  • Web Development & Content Creation using Squarespace, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, VSCO, iMovie, and others
  • Task Management & CRM Software: Asana, Basecamp, Airtable, Trello, Slack, Cision, Mailchimp, YMLP

Timeline

Touring Director & Day-to-Day Manager
C3 Management
09.2021 - 04.2023
Marketing Coordinator & Junior Publicist
Sideways Media
07.2020 - 09.2021
Music Booking Coordinator
Paradigm Talent Agency / Monterey International
09.2015 - 03.2020
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies from Special Events Management & Communications

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