Description

I am an independent sound engineer, music producer, artist, songwriter, photographer, and band manager that has performed and recorded all over the world. As a business owner I am a self-starter and am responsible for the level and quality of work I procure for myself and my partners. I am dealing with situations in real time, troubleshooting and brainstorming solutions for ‘out of the box ‘challenges. These skills translate from the studio to the stage and all points in between. As an independent artist I am responsible for everything from web management, creating multimedia promotion materials, and one-on-one customer service. Due to the volume of international travel required, I was responsible for planning specific travel arrangements as well as communicating with promoters via contracts and technical riders specific to the details of the job and countries we were required to perform. We have between 30-40 band members in ten countries that I am also managing regarding scheduling and invoicing compliant with their countries of residence.

Owner/Operator
James & Black | Worldwide |07.2011-present

Created, recorded, and produced original repertoire
Booked and scheduled 150 performances yearly worldwide
Invoiced venues as well as subcontractors
Managed 30-40 band members
Coordinated all travel arrangements
Used technology for marketing and branding strategies
Being familiar with up-to-date technology and techniques dealing with music production
Organized all receipts and records of expenditures
Contributed to effective decision-making with detailed reports on daily operations
Brought in well-qualified employees to fill important vacancies, targeting recruitment strategies to reach key candidates
Stayed on top of market and industry trends by following literature and online chatter

Owner/Operator
Bruce James Music | Austin TX |05.2006-present

Provided recording and production services to clients
Developed repertoire
Managed scheduling and invoicing
Managed 5-9 band members
Session musician and vocalist
Voice over talent
Web design and management
Video editing and creation
Provided recording and production services to clients
Developed repertoire
Managed scheduling and invoicing
Managed 5-9 band members
Session musician and vocalist
Voice over talent
Web design and management
Video editing and creation

Driver/Assistant
TRU Hospice Thrift Shop | Boulder CO | 11.2020-4.2023

Responsible for running the everyday activities of the thrift shop
Customer service, working the cash register, merchandising, pricing, and sorting
Balancing the register at the end of the day, opening, and closing
Making bank deposits
Promotions and advertisement
Driving to pick up donations
Coordinating activities for 300+ volunteers