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Taylor Parkin

Lynn,MA

Summary

Taylor Parkin is a graduate, of St. John's University, located in Queen's NY, who is working towards a career in the entertainment industry; behind the business of music. While interning at Atlantic Records, she witnessed and experienced what it means to be kept on her toes. Taylor saw firsthand the fast paced, busy, creative, and confidential environment of the music industry. She learned the level of professionalism it takes to withstand the pressure, and time constraints of a work place that is centered around creating, and executing music. Her experience at Atlantic deepened her passion for the music industry. The 2020's have been a transitionary time in music, not only due to the pandemic, but because we have entered a new decade. Taylor hopes to be apart of the next generation of music professionals, and she is excited to learn more and bring fresh, and innovative ideas to the music industry.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

A&R Intern

Mezz Entertainment
01.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced artist scouting processes by utilizing social media and music platforms for talent discovery.
  • Scout and evaluate 15 emerging artists weekly, meticulously tracking findings in an Excel sheet.
  • Listen to all submitted music for the weekly playlist on designated listening days, curating and approving selected songs while organizing non-selected ones in a supplementary Excel spreadsheet.
  • Spearhead themed and genre-based playlists, contributing to a new project initiative within the company.
  • Consistently upload new songs for the weekly playlist every Sunday night, ensuring timely and organized content delivery.
  • Collaborate with the A&R intern team to generate creative ideas and strategies for advancing Mezz Entertainment's A&R department.

Lead Beauty Advisor

Sephora At Kohls
05.2023 - 07.2023
  • Provided client education on skincare, makeup, fragrance, and hair care requirements.
  • Conducted color matching for foundation, concealer, or tinted moisturizer to meet individual client preferences.
  • Successfully met quotas for enrolling clients in the rewards program.
  • Cultivated meaningful connections with clients, emphasizing personal engagement through name exchanges.
  • Shared authentic testimonials for products based on personal experience.
  • Ensured team adherence to client greetings and managed 30-minute breaks effectively.
  • Assumed a leadership role as second in command during the manager's absence.

PERSONAL ASSISTANT

Fomo Sounds
07.2022 - 03.2023
  • Maintained confidentiality and discretion while handling sensitive information relevant to company operations.
  • Produced and curated engaging content on the company's tiktok account, utilizing editing techniques and trending hashtags.
  • Managed artist and company expenses efficiently to streamline budgeting processes.
  • Compiled research through excel spreadsheets for promotional events involving artists.
  • Kept a keen eye on emerging trends to incorporate them into videos and content creation.

EXECUTIVE INTERN

Atlantic Records
01.2020 - 01.2020
  • Provided invaluable support to the executive assistants of
    the CEO, ensuring smooth daily operations.
  • Managed phone calls, booked reservations, ran personal
    errands, and maintained call logs.
  • Greeted and assisted guests in the lobby, fostering a
    welcoming atmosphere.
  • Organized and inventoried records, guaranteeing that
    quotas were met.
  • Assisted the A&R side of the label by creating playlists
    featuring up-and-coming artists from diverse genres.

OFFICE INTERN

Wayne Alarm Systems
07.2019 - 01.2020
  • Organized customer information within the database in a timely manner to support office staff.
  • Swiftly and accurately updated customer information, enabling increased responsiveness to phone calls and assistance to a higher volume of customers.
  • Handled document copying and performed various office errands.
  • Proactively followed up on customer inquiries to ensure up-to-date and accurate data.

At Your Service Center Associate

Macys Department Store
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Provide comprehensive customer service by addressing inquiries thoroughly.
  • Process purchases, returns, online order in-store pickups, and bill payments efficiently.
  • Achieve sales goals on a diverse range of products and items within the store.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Communication Arts: Concentration Media Management

St. John's University
Queens, NY
08.2021

Skills

  • Playlist Curation
  • Data Entry
  • Clerical Assistance
  • Excel
  • Microsoft Office
  • Canva
  • Mac
  • Windows PC
  • Media Marketing
  • Research
  • Customer Service
  • Phone Etiquette
  • Social Media
  • Video Editing
  • Creative Marketing
  • Accelerated Typing
  • General Assistance
  • Talent Scouting
  • Calendaring
  • Detail Oriented
  • Time Management
  • Punctuality
  • Problem Solving
  • Brand Building
  • Creative Thinking
  • Analytical Skills
  • Digital Marketing
  • Project Management
  • Strong Communication
  • Team Collaboration
  • Data Analysis
  • Active Listening
  • Travel Arrangements
  • Scheduling

References

  • Brian D'Amico, MBA, 781-595-0000, bdamico@waynealarm.com, Wayne Alarm Systems
  • Nikisha Bailey, 314-749-7877, nikisha@winwin.coffee

Timeline

A&R Intern

Mezz Entertainment
01.2024 - Current

Lead Beauty Advisor

Sephora At Kohls
05.2023 - 07.2023

PERSONAL ASSISTANT

Fomo Sounds
07.2022 - 03.2023

EXECUTIVE INTERN

Atlantic Records
01.2020 - 01.2020

OFFICE INTERN

Wayne Alarm Systems
07.2019 - 01.2020

At Your Service Center Associate

Macys Department Store
06.2018 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Science - Communication Arts: Concentration Media Management

St. John's University

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