Appleyard studiosDirector
Oct. 2008 - Dec. 2017East SussexOur studios hosted many writing and recording sessions with major labels as well as up and coming artists, events and taster days. As founder and owner of the business I managed all aspects of the day to day running of the studio. I delivered fantastic customer service to our clients, ensuring everything ran smoothly throughout the hires, projects and services. I developed Strong Client Management skills and learnt all aspects of business development, sales and marketing. The role included: Designing creative and captivating web banners, social media assets and email campaign work Worked closely with musicians, writers, bands and individuals to understand project objectives, assist in the creation of concepts and projects. Procuring contractors, managing their performance. Established relationships within the music industry, including inviting labels, management, production companies for studio tours. Created written and graphic content in the form of newsletters, website blog posts and social media messages, broadcasts, podcasts and radio marketing. Leading technical briefings with speakers, on-the-day site management, timekeeping, and quality control. Work with and mentor new up and coming artists to help them understand the music business and how to increase their selling potential within the industry. I organize and manage events such as new artists showcases through to professional artist shows which gives us the opportunity to showcase our new artists in way of offering them a support slot. As well as running the studio I also work as a consultant to a few record companies and publishers. I have had experience in recruitment within the music industry and have also been involved with marketing campaigns targeted to the industry