Krista Velez-Timm
Santee,CA
Summary
Music business professional with experience supporting live events through artist hospitality, vendor communication, and execution of contract-based requirements. Brings a strong academic foundation in music business law, copyright, and licensing with proven skills in attention to detail and organization.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Assistant
Live Nation
El Cajon, CA
09.2022 - Current
- Support touring artists and production teams by coordinating backstage logistics, hospitality, and transportation needs.
- Managed transportation logistics and stocked VIP rooms and buses efficiently.
- Delivered comprehensive support services tailored to touring needs.
- Promoted positive experiences for artists through effective coordination.
- Ran errands as necessary for the production team.
- Monitored backstage activities to uphold safety, confidentiality, and professionalism.
- Communicated with vendors to confirm delivery schedules and requirements.
Private Music Instructor
SoCal Music Academy
Lakeside, CA
08.2017 - 07.2022
- Managed scheduling, communications, and lesson planning for a recurring roster of students and families.
- Incorporated fundamentals of music into lessons to discuss music concepts and theories.
- Maintained detailed records of student development, lesson objectives, and performance preparation.
- Offered positive encouragement to keep participants motivated, and eager to learn.
- Communicated progress, expectations, and performance requirements clearly and professionally.
- Fostered enthusiasm for music and good practicing habits by creating a comfortable and fun environment during lessons.
- Evaluated and assessed student performances to assist in tryout or performance preparation.
- Fostered a creative and confident environment for music education and exploration.
- Helped students appreciate the arts with instructional and immersive techniques.
Rhythm Guitarist and Vocalist
SoCal Music Academy
La Mesa, CA
06.2012 - 07.2022
- Performed in live settings, collaborating with musicians.
- Adapted quickly to new materials, schedules, and performance requirements.
- Traveled for performances, gaining firsthand experience with touring logistics and professional conduct.
- Supported ensemble coordination through rehearsal preparation and performance execution.
Education
Master of Arts - Music Business
Berklee College of Music
Boston, MA06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Music Studies
Berklee College of Music
Boston, MA04.2021
Associate of Arts - Music
Grossmont College
El Cajon, CA09.2019
High School Diploma -
Grossmont High School
La Mesa, CA06.2016
Skills
- Hospitality Contract Support
- Artist & Vendor Relations
- Backstage Management
- Coordination & Scheduling
- Deliverable Tracking
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management & Multitasking
- Google Workspace
- Microsoft Outlook
- Canva
Timeline
Production Assistant
Live Nation
09.2022 - Current
Private Music Instructor
SoCal Music Academy
08.2017 - 07.2022
Rhythm Guitarist and Vocalist
SoCal Music Academy
06.2012 - 07.2022
Master of Arts - Music Business
Berklee College of Music
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Music Studies
Berklee College of Music
Associate of Arts - Music
Grossmont College
High School Diploma -
Grossmont High School