Jackson Englund
West Hollywood,CA
Summary
Attentive assistant providing skilled support to facilitate operational efficiency and meet challenging requirements. Highly organized, efficiency-driven and proactive in handling simultaneous tasks with little oversight. Excellent planning, problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Curation, Assistant
NDA
Los Angeles, CA
01.2019 - Current
- Vinyl Curation, Organization, Cataloguing records
- Organized, archived and cataloged a library of over 10, 000 songs.
- Guided studio equipment repairs and services to sustain high-level quality of work.
- Tested, maintained and repaired equipment, keeping in excellent working condition.
- Created detailed reports regarding inventory status, discrepancies between actual counts and computerized records.
Founder/Label Manager/A&R
Gari Recs
Los Angeles, CA
01.2015 - Current
- Manage label release plans
- A&R
- Distribution Coordinator
- Provided Original Music for the label
- Identified, addressed and either resolved or escalated project issues.
- Maintained close connection with project personnel to quickly identify and resolve problems.
- Assigned specific tasks to personnel, balancing scheduling demands, available resources and personal skill sets to achieve best possible project outcomes.
- Negotiated contract terms to maintain favorable working conditions and compensation for clients.
- Drafted press releases announcing album drops or other newsworthy updates.
- Collaborated with publicists, media and marketing personnel to schedule and facilitate releases
- Coordinated marketing campaigns for releases.
- Supervised music video shoots by providing direction to directors and crew members.
- Collaborated with producers to create unique soundscapes.
Surf Instructor
Aqua Surf
Santa Monica, CA
10.2012 - Current
- Works alongside CEO to run a spring and summer surf camp for kids & private surf lessons for all ages
- Lead corporate company group lessons & pop ups
In House Songwriter, Producer, Engineer
Owl Foot Ranch
Los Angeles, CA
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Worked with artists to help them find their sound
- Ensured a positive environment to work in
- Studio set up & break down
- Coached vocalists on technique while recording vocals for studio albums or singles releases.
- Built studio with necessary equipment and instruments to deliver meaningful music.
- Adapted to new songs, concepts and arrangements quickly and professionally.
- Participated in writing sessions involving multiple composers creating one cohesive track.
- Created melodies for songs and wrote lyrics that fit the melody.
- Developed strong interpersonal skills to deal with different personalities.
- Used computers and synthesizers to compose, orchestrate and arrange music.
- Edited audio recordings of musical performances using digital software programs.
- Programmed drum machines, synthesizers, samplers, and other digital instruments for use in recordings.
- Edited raw voice recordings, added sound effects and mixed
- Set up and optimized equipment to maintain signal strength, clarity and reliability during broadcasts.
- Assisted producers and artists in selecting sounds and instruments for their projects.
- Cooked and cleaned
Personal Assistant
Tony Kaye
Los Angeles, CA
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Organized & catalogued life’s works
- Podcast Producer
- Record Engineer
- Ran errands to help with daily tasks, enabling employer to focus on more pressing duties.
- Provided assistance communicating, typing correspondence or obtaining information.
- Coordinated meeting and work schedules for staff teams and executives.
- Organized office space, including ordering supplies, setting up equipment, and ensuring cleanliness of work area.
Founder, Ceo, Project Manager
Gari Safari
Los Angeles, CA
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Talent booker
- hiring for event staff
- Production Coordinator
- Bar manager
- Resident DJ/Host
- Built and maintained strong connections with venues.
- Created campaigns to develop and market the brand.
- Managed accounts by ensuring that all payments are received in a timely manner.
- Created detailed itineraries outlining all aspects of trips, including transportation, lodging and activities.
- Monitored changes in airline schedules or hotel availability due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
- Processed payments for bookings using a variety of payment methods.
- Maintained accurate records of all bookings made, including contact information, dates, costs and other relevant details.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations pertaining to travel bookings.
- Verified accuracy of flight times, hotel addresses, car rental locations and other important details prior to confirming reservations.
- Used strong negotiation skills to obtain top-notch bookings.
- Negotiated contract terms to maintain favorable working conditions and compensation.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
Production Assistant
Helo Productions
Los Angeles, CA
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Assisted in producing Experiential events for Amazons "The Boys" and Ebay "Authentication Station"
- Organized and Catalogued film and data from past works
- In office Production assistant
Bartender/Server
The Tuck Room Tavern
Westwood, CA
09.2017 - 05.2019
- Delivered friendly and efficient service to ensure quality dining
- Mix craft cocktails, pour craft beer & wine
- Suggested menu items and drinks
- Cleaned/reset/restocked bar and supplies
- Processed cash, credit and debit cards
- Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
- Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
- Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets.
- Organized storeroom inventory of supplies such as cups, napkins, straws.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Studied industry trends to inform planning of bar menu and development of new drink recipes.
- Attended regular training sessions to stay updated on new products or trends.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
Education
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CA06-2015
Skills
- Data Entry
- Office Administration
- Event Planning
- Project Management
- Presentation Creation
- Computer Skills
- Email Correspondence
- Operations Support
- Team Collaboration
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Administrative Duties
- Music Theory Knowledge
- Sound Engineering
- Arranging Music
- Music Composition
- Coordinating Shows
- Writing Lyrics
- Scheduling
- Recording
- Musical Theory
- Audio Production
- Music Recording
- Creative Direction
- Event Marketing
- Staff Leadership
- Workflow Management
References
- Allen King, Aqua Surf, (310) 902-7737
- Tony Kaye, Film Director, (310)498-7318
- Nathan Shoop, Helo Productions, (805)558-7864
Websites
Affiliations
- Surfer
- Mountain biker
- Songwriter
- Dj
- Sound Meditation
Timeline
In House Songwriter, Producer, Engineer
Owl Foot Ranch
01.2020 - 05.2022
Music Curation, Assistant
NDA
01.2019 - Current
Personal Assistant
Tony Kaye
01.2018 - 01.2021
Production Assistant
Helo Productions
01.2018 - 01.2020
Bartender/Server
The Tuck Room Tavern
09.2017 - 05.2019
Founder/Label Manager/A&R
Gari Recs
01.2015 - Current
Founder, Ceo, Project Manager
Gari Safari
01.2015 - 01.2021
Surf Instructor
Aqua Surf
10.2012 - Current
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
Santa Monica College