Keyair Sasportas
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Music industry professional with extensive experience in talent evaluation and artist relations. Successfully selected over 150 emerging artists for podcast appearances, enhancing show quality and audience engagement. Proven ability to coordinate artist outreach and support creative programming aligned with brand objectives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Acquisition & Artist Relations Coordinator
The DevinWade Network
01.2020 - Current
- Evaluated and selected 150+ emerging artists for podcast appearances and live performances based on artistic quality, audience fit, professionalism, and alignment with each show's identity.
- Functioned as the primary decision-maker for artist acceptance, deciding which submissions moved on to featured performances.
- Coordinated artist outreach, scheduling, and pre-show communication, enhancing show readiness and supporting successful performances.
- Oversaw artist submission process, reviewing music submissions for consideration across multiple shows to ensure high-quality selections.
- Provided constructive feedback to artists regarding performance readiness and overall fit for the show's programming.
- Partnered with production team to align artist selections with each show's creative vision, ensuring relevance to current events and cultural themes.
School Bus Driver
Abington School District
Abington, Pennsylvania
- Ensured safe and punctual transport of students by demonstrating reliability, professionalism, and effective communication.
- Adapted to changing schedules while maintaining composure in fast-paced environments, ensuring seamless transportation services.
Independent Songwriter & Recording Artist
- Developed original music emphasizing song structure, audience engagement, and commercial appeal.
- Researched music trends, artist branding, and release strategies to enhance creative decision-making.
- Composed original lyrics for various musical genres and themes.
- Collaborated with producers to develop song arrangements and melodies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Randolph Skills Center
Philadelphia, PA06-2017
Skills
- Talent evaluation
- Artist relations
- Artist scouting
- Booking and scheduling
- Content programming
- Creative development
- Industry research
- Audience analysis
- Creative collaboration
- Project coordination
- Strategic planning
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Google Workspace proficiency
- Time management
- Relationship building
- Written and verbal communication
- Adaptability to change
Timeline
Talent Acquisition & Artist Relations Coordinator
The DevinWade Network
01.2020 - Current
Independent Songwriter & Recording Artist
School Bus Driver
Abington School District
High School Diploma -
Randolph Skills Center