Personal Statement:
I am a third year student at the University of Georgia studying Music Business and Advertisement. I have worked in various aspects of the music industry for 6 years and have learned that the required knowledge and experience for the job is endless. I am both business savvy and creative and understand that in order to succeed in the music industry I must take advantage of every possible resource and opportunity. I am seeking an internship where I can increase my skills and develop the knowledge required to succeed in the constantly expanding music business.


Education:
The University of Georgia
Athens, GA
Bachelor in Advertisement, Certificate in Music Business Expected May 2013
University of Judaism Study Abroad Volunteer Program in Israel
(Previously attended University of Miami in Coral Gables, FL from August 2009 to December 2010 majoring in Music Business)
• Hope Scholarship
• GPA: 3.5/4.0; SAT: 1900 (Reading-640 Math- 600 Writing-660)
• Relevant Coursework: Accounting I, Fundamental Concepts of the Music Business, Microeconomics, Music Theory, Artist Development, Introduction to Advertising, Introduction to Public Relations, History of Rock & Roll, Cakewalk Sonar recording engineer training


Work and Leadership Experience:
Zeta Beta Tau Fraternity Miami, FL
Vice President, Alpha Omega August 2010-May 2011
• As the youngest elected VP in Alpha Omega’s history, I oversaw internal operations and participated in various leadership roles

Temple Judea Miami, FL
Music Teacher August 2010-December 2010
• Headed the music department at Temple Judea’s Children’s Sunday School and was the primary teacher for the program

Timbre Unlimited Atlanta, GA
Recording Engineer Intern May 2009-August 2009
• Shadowed one of the head recording engineers, Marty Kearns. I learned and helped him during his sessions with local artists

Joey Boy Records Atlanta, GA
Manager and Producer May 2005–August 2008
• Founded a recording studio and as head engineer, produced and wrote music for local artists and sold rights to beat tracks

Congregation Shaarei Shamayim Atlanta, GA Music Teacher August 2005–May 2008
• Started and lead the music department at the synagogue’s Sunday school and designed the curriculum for the program

Park West Miami, FL
Parking Manager May 2007- Dec 2007
• Was in charge of multiple employee groups for a parking company serving clubs and sports venues in the downtown area

Warner Bros Records Atlanta, GA
Street Team Intern August 2004–August 2006
• Worked for Warner Bros’ street team, promoting bands by passing out flyers, stickers and CDs at local concerts and music events

Yeshiva Battle of the Bands Atlanta, GA Head Coordinator February 2006
• Led and arranged a major band competition hosted by Yeshiva Atlanta High School and was in charge of promotion and sponsorship


Other Skills and Experiences:
Led 3 bands as primary songwriter and singer; play guitar, drums, bass, some piano and mandolin; co-wrote and sang in songs for use in low-budget movies and commercials; proficient in all aspects of social media and digital promotion; have strong knowledge and understanding of past and present music trends; stay current daily with industry news and sales charts; have an aptitude for understanding and working with people; am an excellent communicator; have leadership skills and experience; volunteered for a year in Israel working on an ambulance in a poor community while tutoring and teaching English to the elderly

** I live in Athens, GA during the school year but I will be in Atlanta for the whole summer