Mike Jones
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Technology-driven professional offering a solid background in business, music, and marketing with targeted product/solutions offerings, winning and managing significant accounts by leveraging deep industry knowledge, employing client-retaining strategies, and excellent communication skills. Relied upon to successfully penetrate international markets and provide valuable insights to reposition businesses into profitability. Known for outstanding work ethic, high standard of professionalism, and a well-built sense of responsibility pooled with absolute integrity. Additionally, possessing an appreciation for diverse cultures, including experience with Swedish culture and language proficiency, further enriches my ability to navigate global landscapes effectively.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Event Coordinator
BRENTWOOD COUNTRY CLUB
Brentwood
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Managed event planning and execution using strong attention to detail and communication skills.
- Oversaw event day tasks and responded to last-minute changes and challenges.
- Resolved any issues that arose during events in a professional manner while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Organized and scheduled meetings with clients to discuss their needs and expectations for each event.
- Successfully managed multiple events at the same time, ensuring all requirements were met.
Independent Tourist/Music Director
Independent
, Sweden
08.2020 - 02.2022
- Visited Sweden as an independent traveler with an interest in the history, music, and culture of the country.
- Key Achievements: Developed keen understanding and interest in the Swedish pop culture scene via a systematic study of the Swedish culture as it relates to music, art, and everyday life.
- Researched and learned Swedish music evolution and its cultural impact both domestically and internationally, thereby gaining a strong knowledge of the environment as well as market.
- Expanded personal and professional network while working part-time at RoastingHouse Music Publishing during the covid-19 pandemic.
Server Support Team Lead
TRUE FOOD KITCHEN
Santa Monica
08.2017 - 04.2020
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals
- Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service
- Organized event facility, food and beverage selections and audio-visual arrangements
- Worked in tandem with department head to coordinate logistics of all calendar events.
- Monitored system performance, identified problems and implemented solutions to ensure optimal system performance.
Creative Consultant
ARTIST PUBLISHING GROUP
West Hollywood
11.2016 - 09.2018
- APG is a modern and independent record and publishing group for forward-thinking and entrepreneurial artists and songwriters
- Key Achievements: Organized, maintained, and curated spreadsheets of blogs, playlists, and contacts Obtained projects to promote new talent and developed a campaign to promote a song called “Attention” – this campaign shot the song to an ongoing number #1
- Lead Event Planner, which coordinated, created, and facilitated events for APG; sought out local talent and artists
- Used broader knowledge about the digital landscape to inform creative partners and wider groups about cutting edge media opportunities
- Predicted marketing trends based on previous data to adjust campaigns, maximize sales, and improve company footprint Ideated and developed a working system of identifying and recruiting talents
- Efforts led to discovering a Canadian producer, which led to achieving top #5 in the US Billboard Hot 100
Studio Coordinator
BK PRODUCTIONS
North Hollywood
05.2013 - 08.2013
- Worked at Grammy-Award winning producer Brian Kennedy's studio compound to coordinate sessions for major artists, producers, and songwriters
- Developed musical ear for melodies, hooks, and good lyrical content and versatile knowledge of genres and sub-genres with a focus on Pop, Urban and Alternative
- Designed and implemented strategies to create new revenue streams and cut operational costs
- Maintained 10 - 30 weekly invoice records, oversaw the care of the studio to ensure cleanliness and organization.
Education
AI Prompt Engineering -
Vanderbilt University
04.2024
Business And Marketing -
Oklahoma State University
Skills
- Strategic Planning: Expert in developing and executing growth-oriented strategies for the music and entertainment industry
- Innovative Marketing Strategy: Skilled in crafting impactful marketing strategies to elevate brand presence and engagement
- Market Trend Analysis: Proficient in analyzing trends and consumer behaviors to anticipate industry shifts and capitalize on opportunities
- Target Market Research and Buyer Insight: Experienced in conducting precise research to understand and target key demographics effectively
- Social Selling: Proficient in leveraging social media for effective audience engagement and conversion
- Lead Generation and Nurturing: Proven track record in generating and nurturing leads through strategic communication
- Compelling Storytelling: Adept at crafting narratives that resonate with audiences and drive brand loyalty
- New Account Management: Experienced in cultivating new business opportunities and fostering long-term partnerships
- Negotiation & Deal Closing: Strong negotiation skills for securing mutually beneficial agreements
- Graphic Design: Skilled in creating visually captivating content to enhance brand identity
- Social Media and Project Management: Proficient in managing social media accounts and overseeing projects from start to finish
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Effective collaboration across departments to achieve organizational goals
- Client Relationship Building: Exceptional at building and maintaining strong client partnerships
- Leadership and Teamwork: Natural leader fostering a positive team environment and driving collective success
- Problem Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to challenges
- Empathy & Emotional Intelligence (EQ): Demonstrated ability to connect with others and navigate diverse environments effectively
- Effective Communication: Clear and concise communication skills, both verbal and written
- Active Listening & Objection Handling: Skilled in listening actively and addressing objections to achieve positive outcomes
- Cultural Awareness: Sensitivity to cultural nuances and a global perspective
- Proficient in Technology Tools: Mastery of Microsoft Office, Google Suite, YouTube, TikTok, and adaptability to new technologies
- AI Program Engineering and Prompting: Experience in leveraging artificial intelligence technologies to engineer innovative programs and enhance user experiences, driving engagement and brand differentiation
Certification
- Certified NFT Masterclass, Digital Currency
- AI Prompt Engineering
Accomplishments
- In True Food Kitchen, improved customer satisfaction scores by diffusing conflict and using emotional intelligence/interpersonal skills to communicate and resolve problems.
- Possesses remarkable capacity to read the pulse of the market to develop and launch successful campaigns that assist in capturing the market.
- In APG developed a campaign to promote a song called "Attention" - this song resulted in an ongoing number #1.
- Positioned to leverage technology to drive maximum profit for creatives.
- Possesses hands-on experience and fundamental training with NFT and Metaverse projects, the product design process, and its future impact on the music industry.
- Interacted with customers professionally to provide exceptional customer service via multiple platforms of phone, email, and in-person.
- Worked diligently to improve customer satisfaction scores by diffusing conflict and used emotional intelligence/interpersonal skills to communicate and resolve problems.
Personal Information
Title: MUSIC PARTNERSHIP INTERN
Timeline
Event Coordinator
BRENTWOOD COUNTRY CLUB
09.2022 - 11.2023
Independent Tourist/Music Director
Independent
08.2020 - 02.2022
Server Support Team Lead
TRUE FOOD KITCHEN
08.2017 - 04.2020
Creative Consultant
ARTIST PUBLISHING GROUP
11.2016 - 09.2018
Studio Coordinator
BK PRODUCTIONS
05.2013 - 08.2013
AI Prompt Engineering -
Vanderbilt University
Business And Marketing -
Oklahoma State University
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