Jessica Searcy
Creative Producer & Music Business Professional | Specializing in Content Development and Project Management

Email: jessicasearcy.js@gmail.com
Phone: (770) 568-8854
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jessica-searcy-ab81aaa4

Summary

Dynamic professional with 7+ years in education, now thriving in the music industry with a focus on content development, artist relations, and project management. Currently pursuing an M.S. in Entertainment Business at Full Sail University. Skilled in crafting compelling narratives, developing innovative strategies, and managing large-scale projects, I bring expertise and passion to advancing creative ventures within the music industry.

Education

    •    M.S. in Entertainment Business, Full Sail University (In Progress, Expected Feb 2025)
   •    B.A. in Media Arts and Culture, Concentration in English, Middle Georgia State College (July 2009 - May 2013)
   •    Certificate in Music Industry Essentials, New York University (NYU)

 

Professional Experience

 

The Code (Remote)
A&R Intern | Sept 2024 – Present
   •    Curate artist rosters and develop strategies to discover, attract, and onboard new talent.
   •    Collaborate with artists on song selection, project direction, and creative development to elevate their craft and market presence.
   •    Conduct market research to identify emerging trends, aligning them with brand goals and vision.

 

Dividend Music Group (Remote)
Music Publishing Intern | June 2024 – Aug 2024
   •    Created comprehensive music catalogs, increasing the availability of licensing opportunities for clients.
   •    Conducted detailed research on sync licensing trends to enhance pitching strategies.
   •    Provided administrative support, including contract management and project tracking, to streamline publishing operations.

 

Georgia Cyber Academy (Atlanta, GA)
MTSS Interventionist Coordinator | July 2021 – May 2022
   •    Developed team strategies for collaboration, honing leadership skills applicable to managing cross-functional teams in music production.
   •    Led professional development workshops focusing on engagement strategies transferable to artist management and event coordination.

 

Reading Specialist | July 2020 – July 2021
   •    Leveraged multimedia storytelling to create compelling narratives, directly applicable to content creation and branding for artists.

 

Bonaire Middle School (Bonaire, GA)
Language Arts Teacher | August 2018 – July 2020
   •    Boosted standardized testing scores by 70% using innovative content strategies, demonstrating expertise in content delivery and audience engagement.

 

Volunteer Experience

Lake Feldwood Garden Club, Inc.
Volunteer & Program Organizer
   •    Planned and executed educational programs, showcasing skills in large-scale project management relevant to music festivals and community outreach.

 

Skills

    •    Expertise in Content Development and Narrative Storytelling
   •    Proficient in Project Management and Event Planning
   •    Strong Independent Work Ethic and Proactive Problem-Solving
   •    Detail-Oriented with Strategic Planning Capabilities
   •    Excellent Communication Skills for Team Collaboration and Artist Relations

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