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Jiawei Jonathan Cao

Walnut,CA

Summary

Dynamic & versatile individual artist and freelance music producer with a proven track record of over 1 million streams. Skilled in songwriting and mixing, capable of composing orchestral scores while communicating effectively with production teams. Expertise in social media promotion enhances promises ability to engage audiences and drive project success.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Individual Artist

Self-employed
10.2022 - Current
  • Released original songs across various platforms internationally, including Spotify, Apple music, Netease Music, QQ Music, etc.
  • Fluent in Mandarin Chinese and English, wrote and put out songs in both languages.
  • Developed and maintained an engaging online profile, facilitating online exposure.
  • Planned online music promotion plan for two personal albums with careful calculations with regards to budget and efficiency, achieving more than 1 million streams across all platforms.
  • Managed all aspects of music projects from concept to completion, communicated with mastering engineers as well as graphic designers. ensuring high quality output.
  • Facilitated three professional grade Music Videos.

Freelance Music Producer

Self Employed
09.2021 - Current
  • Produced high-quality audio recordings using industry-standard equipment for clients in multiple different genres, including Pop/Rock, Hip hop, R&B.
  • Composed for one commercial fiction TV-series as well as multiple other student facilitated short films.
  • Recorded tracks and supervised studio sessions for multiple individual artists, giving constructive artistic analysis accurately according to genre and style.
  • Edited and mixed hundreds of tracks with great quality.
  • Arranged for multiple live recitals for bands, covering numerous genres including Pop/rock, R&B, K-pop, Bossa Nova.

Film Scorer

Beijing Guangmutian Cultural Communications CO, Ltd
06.2023 - 09.2023
  • Evaluated script book for accuracy and adherence to the fiction story plot.
  • Composed orchestral music as well as fusion symphonies with elements of traditional ethnic music.
  • Adapted to director's requirements after receiving feedback for the tracks created.
  • Provided constructive feedback during meetings with the production crew to ensure efficient workflow.
  • Collaborated with artists during studio sessions for the recording of certain tracks, communicated artistic requirements using professional language.

Internship, Studio Assistant

KLE Music Studios
07.2023 - 08.2023
  • Assisted in daily studio operations, ensuring smooth workflow and equipment readiness.
  • Supported recording sessions by managing schedules and coordinating with artists and engineers.
  • Collaborated with artists during recording sessions, providing feedback with regards to quality of performance as well as artistic decision-making.
  • Assisted engineers in mixing/mastering processes.

Internship, Studio Assistant

ONO Music Group
07.2022 - 08.2022
  • Assisted in daily studio operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to project timelines.
  • Coordinated equipment setup and breakdown for various projects, enhancing overall productivity.
  • Managed studio inventory, ensuring safe and efficient use of music gear.
  • Supported clients with constructive technical advising according to project details.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Songwriting

Berklee College of Music
Boston, MA
08-2025

Skills

  • Songwriting, lyric writing, top-lining
  • Recording, Producing Arranging, Mixing
  • DAWs: Logic and ProTools
  • Vocal performing
  • Social Media Promoting
  • Music theory

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual

Interests

  • Played varsity soccer during high school Maintained a three year captaincy with promising leadership and great teamwork
  • Working-out in gym regularly, maintaining good mental health and good bodily physique



Timeline

Internship, Studio Assistant

KLE Music Studios
07.2023 - 08.2023

Film Scorer

Beijing Guangmutian Cultural Communications CO, Ltd
06.2023 - 09.2023

Individual Artist

Self-employed
10.2022 - Current

Internship, Studio Assistant

ONO Music Group
07.2022 - 08.2022

Freelance Music Producer

Self Employed
09.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Songwriting

Berklee College of Music