JADA MCCLAIN
Chicago,IL
Summary
With a Bachelor of Science in Communications, specializing in Entertainment Business, the goal is to secure roles that utilize my skills in project management, administration, and communication/marketing. With extensive experience in entertainment, there's a strong eagerness to explore opportunities in diverse and closely related fields.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
A&R Intern
Columbia Records
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with Julian Swirsky, Senior Vice President of A&R at NorthStar Projects
- Enhanced artist scouting processes by utilizing social media and music platforms for talent discovery.
- Participated in A&R meetings where decisions were made about current roster status updates or potential new signings.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, attending conferences and networking events to expand professional connections.
Media Director
SU Records
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Handled external communications with media and public relations professionals.
- Led training initiatives for junior team members, ensuring continued professional development within the organization''s media department.
- Established departmental policies, yearly objectives, areas of opportunity and goals related to sales and budgeting.
- Oversee production and release of project
- Build and maintain relationships with media outlets
- Negotiated and reviewed artists contracts.
- Utilize data and analytics to access the successes of promotional efforts.
- Attend industry events, conferences, meetings and showcases featuring prospect talent.
Productions Assistant
Ravinia Music Festival
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Meticulously coordinated pre-show logistics and addressed artist requirements for smooth live event execution, managing approximately 5-6 tasks per event.
- Proficient in after-show and travel management, overseeing travel arrangements and post-performance logistics for multiple artists per event.
- Leveraged marketing expertise to contribute actively to event promotion and audience engagement.
- Streamlined efficient office operations and provided support to production coordination, handling approximately 5-10 timely administrative tasks per week.
Artist and Repertoire Agent (A&R)
NWS Records
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Collaborated closely with industry luminaries Nick Raphael (former President of Capital Records UK) and Christian Tattersfield (CEO of Warner Music UK), ensuring artist satisfaction and support
- Conducted in-depth research to identify and presented promising artist to label's talent acquisition team
- Documented critical company meetings to ensure comprehensive record-keeping
- Assisted in strategic marketing and communication efforts aimed at promoting and supporting featured artist on labels roster.
Summer Intern (Administrative Assistant)
The Hideout
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Used Etix for analytical research and implemented comprehensive event labeling strategies, contributing to data-driven decision-making processes
- Strategically managed multiple social media platforms, enhancing brand visibility, audience engagement, and promotional effectiveness through administrative oversight
- Efficiently handled post-production logistics with attention to detail
- Played key role in event planning and execution, ensuring seamless flow for venue
- Administrative tasks: office and calendar management, meeting support, document perpetration, event coordination.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications, Music Business
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY05.2024
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Final Cut Pro
- WordPress
- CRM Software
- IBM (SPSS Statistics)
- Music industry knowledge
- Talent scouting
- Contract evaluation
Timeline
A&R Intern
Columbia Records
02.2024 - 05.2024
Media Director
SU Records
01.2024 - 05.2024
Productions Assistant
Ravinia Music Festival
06.2023 - 08.2023
Artist and Repertoire Agent (A&R)
NWS Records
01.2023 - 04.2023
Summer Intern (Administrative Assistant)
The Hideout
05.2022 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Communications, Music Business
Syracuse University
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