George Clark III on Strikingly

Constantly curating and creating in the midst of connecting dots.

With a love for music, technology, and culture - I consider myself a "bridge builder". My aim is to constantly increase the value of businesses/brands that move me. I'm all about business/brand development - connecting the dots, and creating context for the world to relate to. My drive is led by curiosity, and a never-ending thirst for progress. Producing music and shooting photography keeps me inspired.

Whether it be in music, entertainment, art, fashion, or anything relative to urban life/style/culture, I believe the ability to construct, as well as, instruct is vital in any field of work.
For more information, feel free to visit my personal website.
Skills & Interests

Communication » Reliable, self-starter, with outstanding verbal, written and interpersonal skills. - Detail oriented, multi-tasker who works well under pressure with a calm demeanor.

Organization » Exceptional knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access. - Self-managed scheduling, annual reporting of progress, time-management abilities.

Experience » Fluent with technology, hands on capability in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Pro Tools, Cakewalk Sonar, FL Studio, Logic, HTML, Wordpress, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Tumblr, as well as computer maintenance and repair. Knowledgeable in promotions, online marketing analysis, with clear understanding of the importance of brand strategy and alignment.

Marketing
Branding
A&R
Art
Technology
Traveling
Media Production
Photography
Resume

Sony Music Entertainment
Field Marketing Representative (Temp) November 2015 - January 2016
•Establish and maintain relationships with associates & managers at numerous retail accounts (i.e. Target & Best Buy) throughout the Brooklyn area.

•Assist Sales team with comprehensive account management via new release solicitation, inventory updates, enhancing positioning, setting up in-store promotions and POS displays.

Priorities: Adele, Chris Brown, Monica, R. Kelly, Empire: Season 2
Nu Theory
Producer / Publisher / A&R Consultant 2008 - present
•Manage company catalog via ASCAP, SoundExchange, etc.

•Spearhead, develop, and refine marketing/branding strategies for numerous artists/brands/projects.

•Constructed collaborative projects with Sir The Baptist, Timothy DeLaGhetto (Traphik), Talib Kweli, Zion-I, BoneLang, Elbee Thrie (Phony Ppl), Jesty Beatz, Twank Star (Nappy Boy Entertainment), and more.

•Executive produced five movie scores for "High School Sucks: The Musical".
Amazon
Studio Operations Assistant November 2014 - February 2015
Contracted by NineSixtyNine, a collective repository of creative talent, supporting designers and models to photographers, production professionals, illustrators and fine artists.
Sony Music Entertainment
College/Lifestyle Marketing Representative June 2011 - July 2014
•Compiled over 140 reports providing critical feedback and analysis for all local efforts, including tour recaps, press, and fan reaction via in-stores, listening parties, movie screenings, meet and greets, campus visits, etc.

•Assisted Regional Promotion Managers and Territory Marketing Representatives with artist touring activities & events.

•Created and executed marketing plans and promotions, online and offline, using social, digital, new media and guerilla marketing tactics for developing and established artists.

•Established relationships with local schools, radio stations, event boards, directors, managers, coordinators, tastemakers, lifestyle and retail outlets to generate consumer awareness while planning, producing and supervising events.

Priorities: Nas, Daft Punk, J Cole, Future, Hiatus Kaiyote, Earth Wind & Fire, Michael Jackson, Beyonce, Miguel, Juicy J, Alicia Keys, Buddy Guy, Adele, A$AP Rocky, A$AP Ferg, Tyler The Creator, Earl Sweatshirt, Chris Brown, Haim, The Internet, Tinashe, G Eazy, Monica, R. Kelly, Anthony Hamilton, Cults, Krewella, Kid Ink, Rita Ora, MGMT, Quadron, The Neighborhood, Paloma Faith, Van Hunt, Yo Gotti, Lollapalooza, Warped Tour, Pitchfork, Art of Rap (movie), Spotify and many more.
Closed Sessions
Media & Outreach Intern June 2013 - September 2013
•Assistant to Co-Founder of label.
•Managed contact and media databases, keeping both revised and updated.
•Kept tabs on news concerning CS roster and affiliates.
•Screened and directed incoming traffic/requests.

The label has released songs and albums featuring national mainstays like Raekwon, Wylcef Jean, Curren$y, Bun B, and Action Bronson as well as local artists like Vic Mensa, Young Chop, Chance The Rapper, YP, Rockie Fresh, Thelonious Martin, and many others.
AEMMP Records
Marketing / Web Content Manager September 2012 - July 2013
•Managed content creation for blog.
•Developed promotional campaigns and materials.
•Coordinated and hosted affiliated events.
•A&R for yearly album release and SXSW showcase.
Pressure Point Studios
Intern February 2011 - July 2011
•Recording session assistance and shadowing.
•Managed, revised and forwarded incoming information from (potential) customers.
•Scheduled and rescheduled meetings, appointments and facility tours.
•General maintenance of building and studio.
Education

Columbia College Chicago
Arts, Entertainment & Media Management, Bachelor's Degree 2010 - 2014
Columbia College Chicago is an institution of higher education specializing in arts and media disciplines, with more than 120 undergraduate and graduate programs.

Activities: Columbia Urban Music Association (CUMA), Grammy U
Cincinnati State Technical and Community College
Business Computer Programming 2008 - 2009
Cincinnati State offers more than 100 associate degree and certificate programs.
Butler Tech-D Russel Lee Career Center
Communications Broadcasting 2006 - 2007
•Student of the Year - 2007
•Best Music Video - 2007
•Best Instructional Video - 2007
•Best News Director - 2007
•SkillsUSA State Champion, Video Production, 3rd Place - 2007
Honors & Awards

RIAA Certified Platinum Plaque
For marketing efforts helping Foster The People's debut album "Torches" reach 1 million albums sold, along with 5 million digital sales.
$20,000 Transfer Scholarship
Awarding my 3.0+ GPA from Cincinnati to Columbia College Chicago.
"George is one of those people you know are going to do great in whatever field he chooses. Whether its his work ethic, or commitment to excellence, he will make a great addition to any team. In the time that I've known George, he's both volunteered at GRAMMY U events that I oversaw, and put on great events in and around Chicago that I attended. In each instance, I was more than impressed with how he handled himself in a wide range of situations." — Ramon Alvarez-Smikle

"I enjoyed having George in my Entrepreneurship class at Columbia College Chicago. In that class, George exhibited maturity beyond both his years and many of his peers, and made contributions that helped the class be better for all. If you're looking for someone who is mature and willing to contribute, then George is right for the job!" — Joe Bogdan

"George Clark III has done an exemplary job in his position as a College Marketing Rep for Sony Music. His attention to detail, his willingness to help and his consistency in reaching out to his accounts on a regular basis is indicative of his great work ethic." — Dedry Jones

"George is an outstanding College Marketing Rep for Sony Music. He always goes over and above to get his job done. Due to his passion of music and eagerness to learn everything behind the business of music he organically shows his excitement in every project that he works. George is definitely someone that you should have on your team!" — April Pope
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