About Russell…

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Hailing from the suburbs of NYC in northern New Jersey, music has always been a part of his life. From dancing and acting to live performance and college radio, connecting with people through music, media, & culture is at his core.

He has a passion for storytelling and using music to bring stories to life. Any opportunity to be a part of that process is extremely exciting.

Russell has experience in music licensing & strategy, live event production, marketing, graphic design, and he can make a mean iced latte at his local coffee shop. In his free time, Russell loves to travel the world, going to concerts, and seeing movies with his AMC A-List subscription.

Professional Experience

Music Licensing & Supervison

  • • Facilitate music rights, clearance, licensing, and payouts for company ad sync operations


    • Conduct and facilitate music searches for client creative briefs through collaboration with labels and music houses


    • Organize paperwork & document ongoing stages of sync projects for major clients such as T-Mobile, Walmart, & Instacart


    • Report to and support multiple music supervisors and company directors to streamline business workflow


    • Conduct master & publishing research for music searches


    • Spearhead communications for quote requests & approvals

  • • Managed and updated 50,000+ song catalog for sync licensing through meta data management


    • Reported to and supported multiple senior directors simultaneously across sync, A&R, and marketing initiatives

    • Facilitated music placements for major productions & ads, such as A Complete Unknown, Casamigos, and more


    • Screened, listened to, and detailed music from labels and publishers for TV, film, and ad sync


    • Conducted artist, label, and publishing research for growing catalog, sync clearance, ongoing projects


    • Prepared digital music samplers for music supervisors, editors, and other industry professional across an international audience


    • Updated, edited, and maintained extensive contact database for digital mailing services


    • Managed email campaigns with foreign and domestic music supervisors to generate leads for new projects


    • Corresponded with production and streaming companies regarding upcoming slates

  • • Connected creatives from music and film backgrounds through music licensing and music supervision

    • Negotiated detailed licensing agreements between artists and clients for independent projects ranging across all forms of media

    • Educate emerging musicians and media makers on music licensing and industry landscape

    • Acted as head music supervisor for award-nominated short film The Backseat Girls

    • Advised clients about cue sheet submissions

    • Maintained and organize growing synch catalogue of artist and recording metadata for licensing

    • Marketed, designed, and prepared presentations tailored to different audiences to promote Good Dog Licensing services

    • Summarized and organized transition materials and facilitated onboarding for incoming Licensing Coordinator

  • • Conducted music and brand research for clients in advertising and film industries


    • Designed & generated promotional materials for executive music supervision projects


    • Curated thematic playlists for different company initiatives

Marketing & Communications

  • • Promoted Northeastern’s central music media hub for students to get involved in the industry


    • Facilitated magazine and article publishing, event marketing, networking, distribution, and website blogs

  • • Expanded & supported digital platform connecting Latinos in creative spaces and entertainment industries


    • Designed, researched, and created content for social media page to increase online engagement

  • • Increased social media following and engagement by over 150%


    • Managed and streamlined office’s branding and outreach through in-person tabling events and online channels


    • Prepared statistics and analytics of online social engagement for review and strategic planning with upper management

Event Production & Customer Relations

    • Facilitate guest dining experiences in fast paced environments

    • Multitask & communicate with upper management to streamline restaurant operations

    • Run food and proper mise for multi-course meals at a Michelin star standard

    • Greet & guide high profile guests to their tables

    • Troubleshoot customer issues

  • • Prepared analytics & logistics of booking large-scale private & corporate music & speaker events


    • Streamlined and organize operations, outreach, & scheduling between clients and talent agencies


    • Acted as point person for external communication between clients and talent agencies for event booking

  • • Promoted sales through customer service & education, maintained inventory & equipment functionality


    • Collaborated with baristas & kitchen staff to streamline local business operations


    • Prepared for and carry out opening and closing small business operations based on upper management guidelines and maintained establishment cleanliness


    • Coordinated with local small business and community organizations for collaborations and pop-up events


    • Facilitated customer interaction, support, and troubleshooting

  • • Locate and retrieve pre-ordered items for customers, ensuring accuracy

    • Verified customer identity and purchase details to ensure proper distribution of orders

    • Maintained clear and friendly communication with customers and internal departments.

    • Assisted with resolving customer issues or complaints, escalating to management when necessary

Education

Northeastern University, Boston MA

Bachelor of Science in Psychology & Music Minor in Computer Science

Cum Laude Distinction | Dean’s List

University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia

Northeastern University Global Experience Program – One Semester

Skills & Certifications

Hard Skills

  • UX/UI Design Google Certified

  • Sync Licensing & Supervision

  • Event Production & Coordination

  • Social Media & Email Marketing (MailChimp)

  • Google Workspace & Microsoft Office Suite

  • DISCO

  • Squarespace

  • Graphic Design

  • Database management

  • See resume for more

Soft Skills

  • Teamwork & collaboration

  • Adaptable & eager to learn

  • Interpersonal & customer service

  • Troubleshooting

  • Goal & detail-oriented

  • Organized & time efficient