Ethan Thompson
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
With a multifaceted background in artist management, social media marketing, and talent agency operations, I possess extensive experience in the entertainment industry. As an Artist Manager and Talent Scout, I adeptly handled tour logistics, fostered key industry connections, and secured lucrative contracts to enhance artists' visibility and earnings. Simultaneously, my role as a Social Media Marketing Manager involves crafting and executing impactful campaigns, utilizing influencer collaborations and strategic advertising placements to amplify brand recognition and engagement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Artist Manager
Independant Contract
Los Angeles, CA
06.2023 - Current
- Coordinated tour dates and venues with artist, managers, agents and promoters
- Developed and maintained relationships with music industry professionals
- Organized promotional events such as photo shoots, interviews, live performances
- Created press kits for the artist including bios, photos, reviews and media coverage
- Negotiated contracts with labels, booking agencies, management companies and other vendors on behalf of the artist
Social Media Marketing Manager
Elysium Talent Management
Los Angeles, CA
04.2023 - Current
- Developed and executed social media marketing campaigns to increase brand awareness, engagement, and website traffic
- Monitored industry trends and analytics to ensure maximum ROI from all campaigns
- Developed and maintained relationships with talent, producers, directors, and other industry professionals
- Provided creative ideas for content creation and optimization of social media channels
Social Media Manager
Viktor Kilo
Miami, Florida
12.2022 - 04.2023
- Conceptualize and ideate design ideas for social media, digital, and print deliverables for variety of client needs
- Research and document industry trends on clients and competitors
- Review and update design files, client style guides, process documentation; create new workflow documentation and provide training
- Take ownership in design project to be presented to the Viktor Kilo team at the end of internship
- Bring social media expertise and insights for content creation
- Feel comfortable contributing to organization's blog.
Sales Consultant
RADD
Tampa, FL
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Developed and maintained relationships with clients to increase sales revenue
- Analyzed customer needs and preferences to recommend appropriate products
- Conducted market research to identify new business opportunities
- Generated daily reports on sales activities for management review
- Performed cold calls to prospective customers to introduce company offerings
Staff Manager
Planet Fitness
Miami, Florida
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Developed and implemented staff training programs to improve job performance
- Conducted regular performance reviews with employees to ensure goals were being met
- Scheduled shift rotations for staff in order to maximize efficiency and productivity
- Supervised staff performing daily activities
- Interviewed, hired and trained new employees
Aquatics Manager
YMCA of the Seacoast
Portsmouth, New Hampshire
06.2017 - 06.2021
- Provided oversight and management of aquatic programs, activities, and services
- Developed and implemented safety policies for the pool area
- Coordinated staff training in lifeguarding and water safety
- Supervised daily operations at the aquatic center including swim lessons, lap swimming, diving boards, and water slides
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, revenue, expenses, and inventory
Aquatics Coordinator
Phillips Exeter Academy
Exeter, New Hampshire
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Managed daily operations at the aquatics center, including scheduling and budgeting
- Developed and implemented aquatic programs, activities and special events
- Coordinated with other departments to provide a safe environment for patrons
- Prepared weekly schedules for lifeguards, instructors, coaches, volunteers and staff
Utility Worker
Riverwoods Retirement Home
Exeter, New Hampshire
04.2016 - 09.2016
- Perform routine maintenance activities in a variety of work environments including: front line, stock room, and dishwashing room
- Acquire knowledge on diverse foods and how to prepare them in a professional manner
- Obligated to assemble order slips individually and produce certain cooked lunch meals for the elderly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Exeter High School
Some College (No Degree) - Music Management
Columbia College Chicago
Some College (No Degree) - Graphic Design
Florida International University
Skills
- Talent scouting
- Success Planning
- Influencer Engagement
- 500 hours of experience with Adobe products such as: Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premiere Pro
- 500 hours of high quality video editing experience
- 30 or more hours of HTML experience
- 1000 hours of futures market and stock market day trading
- Intermediate skills in Logic Pro X
- Intermediate skills in Pro Tools
Certification
- Project Management Certification - 2023
- Harvard Online Certificate, Harvard Online - 2020
- Certified Adobe Photoshop, Adobe - 2018
Timeline
Artist Manager
Independant Contract
06.2023 - Current
Social Media Marketing Manager
Elysium Talent Management
04.2023 - Current
Social Media Manager
Viktor Kilo
12.2022 - 04.2023
Sales Consultant
RADD
06.2022 - 12.2022
Staff Manager
Planet Fitness
07.2021 - 06.2022
Aquatics Manager
YMCA of the Seacoast
06.2017 - 06.2021
Aquatics Coordinator
Phillips Exeter Academy
09.2016 - 06.2017
Utility Worker
Riverwoods Retirement Home
04.2016 - 09.2016
High School Diploma -
Exeter High School
Some College (No Degree) - Music Management
Columbia College Chicago
Some College (No Degree) - Graphic Design
Florida International University
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