Professional Resume
Randall C. Foster
579 Castlegate Drive
Nashville, TN 37217
615.969.1977
Email: randallfoster@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE
A rewarding career in the Music Industry utilizing my education and experience working with digital music, licensing, or intellectual property rights.
QUALIFICATIONS
Extensive experience working with music and people through my background in Sales and Marketing, years working as a mobile disc jockey, club dj, event promoter, artist manager, and consummate musician. First-hand experience in many facets of the music industry including a broad base of knowledge in the realms of popular and classical music. Proven B2B sales record with profit margins far exceeding budget. Strong organizational skills, management experience and an overall commitment to excellence. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Photoshop, and various recording and sequencing programs. Educational coursework in Marketing, Financial Analysis, Team Building, International Copyright Law, Licensing, Music Publishing, Contracts and Negotiation, A&R Administration, Royalties, International Music Marketing and Music Technology.
EDUCATION
The University of Kansas Lawrence, Kansas
Bachelor of General Studies, History May 2002
Minor, Sociology
Minor Emphasis, Music History
The University of Miami Coral Gables, Florida
Masters of Music Business and Entertainment Industries May 2005
EMPLOYMENT
July 2005- Present
Licensing and Content Services Manager-Naxos of America
Responsible for all licensing transactions and management of the Naxos Music Library, an Online Digital Music Resource. Increased overall revenue by more than 50% in first 12 Months.
Label Manager / A&R- Naxos Wind Band Classics
Created and launched specialty imprint featuring worldwide band music. Label launched April 18, 2006.
May 2005- July 2005
Production Assistant- MTV Latin America- Licensing and Copyright Clearance Project
January 2005-May 2005
Marketing Internship- EMI Music US Latin
Fall 2004-Present
Music Industry Consultant- Blue Moon Productions
Consulted on all Business and Operations aspects of this Artist Management Start-up. Duties include career development, song placement, artist booking, contract drafting and negotiation, and marketing.
Fall 2004
Production Assistant for MTV “Total Request Live”, August, 2004
Production Assistant for MTV Latin American Video Music Awards, October, 2004
Summer 2004
Consultant- Gold Rush Productions
Designed an educational curriculum in DJ and Remixing for implementation in Canada.
2003-2005
Graduate Teaching Assistant- University of Miami
Instructed and managed the “Band of The Hour” at all events throughout the two seasons attending Miami. Secured a “Red Bull” sponsorship for the band.
2001-2003
Owner- Paradox Productions
Ran and operated an independent concert and event promotions company based out of Kansas City. Duties and responsibilities included marketing, booking and facilitating events.
2001-2002
Promotions internship - Velocity Promotions/House of Blues Club Network
1996-2003
Owner- Power Sound Productions, Mobile DJ Company
Duties included direct sales, account management, marketing, personnel management and clerical/office duties. Increased profit margin every year.
REFERENCES: Available upon request.
