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SAM GOREN

SAM GOREN

Philadelphia

Summary

I am a relatively new student in the Music Industry Program at Drexel University. My love of music prompted me not to be just a consumer, but a creator and someone who helps share it. I initially started playing drums in a structured program called School Of Rock but transitioned to booking, managing and playing in a bunch of bands. I play drums, write and record original music with multiple bands. I am currently in 6 bands that are currently playing shows Philadelphia and touring around throughout parts of the country. After setting up my first show in my garage, I booked shows at established house venues and clubs in Philadelphia and a 9-day tour north through New England and back. After booking (and still booking) shows for my own band, I joined a company called Fortress where I am one of the lead bookers and talent buyers. I have booked 20 shows since January and have ran/organized each one. I am so thankful that I have this experience to connect with people throughout music in so many ways and can't wait to keep learning.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Booker and Talent Buyer

Fortress
01.2024 - Current
  • Contributed to business growth by maintaining strong relationships with repeat bands/clients and providing a great experience for the bands playing.
  • Promoting, organizing and booking local DIY shows at many venues throughout Philadelphia
  • Book tours for local bands and bands who need a show in Philadelphia
  • Collaborate with other local and out of state booking companies for tours
  • Manage a high volume of shows while also creating an organized environment

Manager of Bands/Artists

Myself
09.2023 - Current
  • Manage local artists and bands throughout Philadelphia
  • Help them book local shows, promote upcoming releases, and create merch
  • I manage 2 bands (Pennydog, Shark Eat U) and one artist (Eva Mars)
  • Have helped book tours for one of my bands and am currently booking two tours for the winter
  • Maintain a professional ledger for each band creating a well organized and professional environment
  • Helped create a good social media presence for each band/artist.

Show Runner

R5 Productions
06.2023 - Current
  • Internship with music, arts, performance and promotion company.
  • Help make sure shows run well (e.g. scanning tickets/working door) and support set up, security and clean up throughout and at the end of shows.
  • Help tear down the stage when the performance is over.
  • Make sure the show is running well by overseeing all aspects of production, crowds, and organization (set times, time of doors, etc.)

Lead Counselor

Miquon Summer Camp
06.2023 - Current
  • Worked with Kindergarten to 6th grade campers and helped them navigate activities.
  • Organized meals and helped facilitate a fun (e.g. collaborated with other counselors to run activities), but safe (e.g. be aware of/appropriately deal with food allergens & apply sunscreen multiple times a day etc.) experience.

Classroom Assistant

Jewish Children’s Folkshul
09.2021 - 05.2024
  • Collaborated with classroom teachers and students during the school year to create, prepare for, and run weekly activities and periodic larger-scale events.
  • Helped in the classroom by making sure the teacher has the correct tools to help activities run well.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Music Industry (Business Track)

Drexel University
Philadelphia
06-2028

Skills

  • Communication Skills
  • Effective Time Management
  • Fast Learner
  • Ability to Work in a Team
  • Communication
  • Calendar management
  • Talent scouting
  • Strategic planning
  • Schedule creation
  • Logistics management

Interests

  • Historical Exploration
  • Listening to Music
  • Volunteer Work
  • Hanging out with friends
  • Fundraising Events
  • Tennis
  • Watching Movies


Timeline

Lead Booker and Talent Buyer

Fortress
01.2024 - Current

Manager of Bands/Artists

Myself
09.2023 - Current

Show Runner

R5 Productions
06.2023 - Current

Lead Counselor

Miquon Summer Camp
06.2023 - Current

Classroom Assistant

Jewish Children’s Folkshul
09.2021 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Music Industry (Business Track)

Drexel University