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TIMOTHY DOVE

Saratoga Springs,NY

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Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Flexible

Desired Job Title

Strategic Partnerships ManagerBrand Managerartist relations DirectorContent StrategistBrand Marketing Specialist

Work Type

Full TimeContract WorkConsulting

Location Preference

RemoteHybrid
Location: Saratoga Springs, NY, USSaratoga Springs, NY
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$90000/yr - $200000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CultureWork from home optionPaid time offPaid sick leave

Summary

Award-winning content producer, brand manager, and director of artist relations with over a decade of experience in driving impactful marketing strategies for high-profile clients, including Metallica, John Mayer, and Spotify. Expertise in relationship building facilitates effective client engagement and fosters consensus among teams and external partners, resulting in superior outcomes. Proficient in leveraging data insights alongside creativity to strategically position brands and transform campaigns into lasting customer relationships. Recognized for a collaborative spirit, strong adaptability, and exceptional negotiation skills that ensure seamless project execution in dynamic environments.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Artist Relations & Partnerships, Brand Marketing Manager

Ernie Ball Inc
06.2013 - Current
  • Lead global artist and entertainment relations strategy to discover, develop, and maintain artist roster of over 3,000 acts in 120+ countries.
  • Identify potential artists at live events, following social media, analyzing streaming metrics, and networking with industry leaders to diversify artists’ roster and expand brand’s representation.
  • Establish and nurture artist relationships with artist management, production teams, and record labels.
  • Manage artists’ accounts and over $350,000 AR yearly marketing budget including monthly expenses, product orders, custom instrumentation and projection expenses for multiple cycles.
  • Establish and maintain partnerships with other product brands for product collaborations.
  • Create and launch co-branded go-to-market Artist Signature Products featuring Pete Wentz, Slash, Metallica, Dustin Kensrue, Polyhia, Jason Richardson and more, resulting in millions of dollars in annual sales.
  • Produce branded digital content and TV programming with artists including Metallica, Buddy Guy, Blink 182, Steve Vai, Tool, Kiss, Green Day, and St. Vincent, winning 29+ Telly Awards.
  • Create, propose, and execute brand marketing and product campaigns for Ernie Ball and Music Man products and events using strategic artists and partners in combination with creative art materials.
  • Collaborate with internal digital and print marketing, product engineering, artist teams as well as client’s C-level executives to align campaigns, strategy, and launch with creative vision.
  • Establish brand and event partnerships, including nation-wide music events, trade shows, digital campaigns, and unsigned artist discovery platforms to increase brand visibility and awareness, cultivating a culture of lifelong customers.
  • Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency across multiple departments.
  • Led cross-functional teams to drive organizational change and achieve key business objectives.
  • Mentored senior managers, fostering leadership skills and enhancing team collaboration across divisions.
  • Conducted market analysis to identify growth opportunities, shaping long-term strategic plans for the organization.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.

Artist Relations Manager

Ernie Ball Inc.
06.2013 - 06.2021
  • Cultivated strong relationships with thousands of artists and key stakeholders to enhance collaboration and engagement.
  • Developed and executed artist outreach strategies to expand partnership opportunities and drive brand awareness.
  • Coordinated logistics for artist events, ensuring seamless execution and high levels of participant satisfaction.
  • Led initiatives to improve communication channels between artists and management, fostering a supportive environment.
  • Monitored industry trends to identify potential collaborations that align with organizational goals and artist interests.
  • Supported talent acquisition efforts by scouting new potential clients attending live shows, conducting research within the music community.
  • Managed over a quarter of a million dollar budget and resources effectively to maximize return on investment for all artist-related expenses.

Digital Marketing Manager

Machine Shop
11.2012 - 06.2013
  • Acted as liaison with 12+ clients to establish digital marketing project goals and social media marketing campaigns for individual projects and overall brand strategy, including pitch deck, status, and final reporting.
  • Developed campaigns and activations for Music For Relief (non-profit program) to raise awareness and donations.
  • Managed company’s online social media and website presence and spearheaded revamp of company website, increasing followers.
  • Provided case studies, brand analysis, and pitch decks to assist company in rebranding its business model to become a venture capitalist firm.
  • Clients: Harmon & Kardon, Kuuulou, Onitsuka Tiger, Linkin Park, Music For Relief, and Good Smile Company.

Project Manager, Content Producer

FILTER Creative Group
01.2011 - 11.2012
  • Developed seasonal and long-term marketing and social media campaigns for 12+ clients and developers, including Denny’s, Macy’s, Dickies, Guitar Center, Spotify, and Hard Rock Hotels.
  • Served as primary contact to all brand clients for online projects, social media campaigns, and daily consultation, from creative ideation, strategy building through execution.
  • Conducted research on potential and current clients to tailor creative efforts to meet specific client needs.
  • Analyzed brand voice, culture, and fanbase, identified performance gaps, and created campaigns to target new opportunities and maintain existing customers.
  • Executed projects on tight deadlines and various budgets from $2K a month on ad spends to $400K for a year-long project.
  • Designed and managed multiple microsites for clients as well as internal FILTER properties, increasing website traffic.

Social Media Manager / Online Editor

FILTER Magazine and Creative Group
06.2010 - 11.2012
  • Create and manage effective strategic marketing campaigns for approximately 15+ brands such as Macy’s, Dickies, Hard Rock Hotels, Denny’s, FILTER Magazine, and Spotify.
  • Coordinated lifecycle editorial calendars and strategic promotions for FILTER and its clients.
  • Led a two-member online editorial team to set editorial schedules, establish content release strategy, perform on-site event reporting, contact artists, and manage digital editorial internship program.

Education

Master of Science - Environmental Science: Policy, Planning, Communication and Society

State University of New York, College of Environmental Science And Forestry
Syracuse, NY
05-2026

Environmental Leadership Certificate of Advanced Study - Environmental Science

SUNY ESF
Syracuse, NY
01.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Music Industry

State University of New York, Oneonta
Oneonta, NY
01.2009

Skills

  • 13 Years B2B & B2C Services
  • Strategic Partnerships
  • Content Creation
  • Multi-Channel Marketing
  • Brand Management
  • C-Level Relationship Building
  • Go-To-Market Strategy & Campaign Development
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Project Management
  • Talent scouting and client management
  • Creative direction
  • Media relations
  • Excellent communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Public relations

Accomplishments

  • Grew the Artist Roster from about 600 to over 3,000 active artists from around the world.
  • Aligned appropriate artists and partners with our marketing initiatives and product launches to release Artist Series product, garnering millions of dollars in revenue.
  • Created brand and product marketing content including production, interviewing, booking, and assistant editing all content.
  • Created and tracked new budget goals for the department in-line with company goals.

Timeline

Artist Relations Manager

Ernie Ball Inc.
06.2013 - 06.2021

Director of Artist Relations & Partnerships, Brand Marketing Manager

Ernie Ball Inc
06.2013 - Current

Digital Marketing Manager

Machine Shop
11.2012 - 06.2013

Project Manager, Content Producer

FILTER Creative Group
01.2011 - 11.2012

Social Media Manager / Online Editor

FILTER Magazine and Creative Group
06.2010 - 11.2012

Master of Science - Environmental Science: Policy, Planning, Communication and Society

State University of New York, College of Environmental Science And Forestry

Environmental Leadership Certificate of Advanced Study - Environmental Science

SUNY ESF

Bachelor of Arts - Music Industry

State University of New York, Oneonta

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