Experience

Reliable Source Music

• United Kingdom
• Musicians
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director, Head of Creative & Music Supervision

  • Jan 2019 - Present

• Head of Creative & Music Supervision

  • Oct 2017 - Jan 2019

  Director of RSM and Head of creative and marketing activity following the acquisition of the company by Intervox Production Music in October 2017.

• Senior Music Supervisor

  • Jun 2013 - Oct 2017

  I am an experienced Music Supervisor for Reliable Source Music and Odyssey Music Publishing based in London. On a daily basis I promote and advise on music usage for Television, Radio, Film, Advertising, Online/Apps and Corporate productions.I curate new RSM releases from the initial concept through to release. These releases are a wide range of styles from traditional middle eastern music to tropical house. This involves working with composers as albums develop in order to maximise the potential of each project. I have recently supplied music for programmes such as: Top Gear (UK & International), Masterchef, Panorama, BBC Wimbledon, Jeremy Kyle, BBC New Zealand: Earths Mythical Island, Gardeners World, Countryfile, The One Show, ITV Tonight, Rip Off Britain, The Travel Show, BBC 6 Nations Rugby, BBC Diamond League Athletics and many more. Show less



Compact Media Group

• Retail Office Equipment

• Account Manager

  • Apr 2011 - Jun 2013

  I worked in the pioneering and innovative area of secondary television rights. This involves ensuring revenue is collected for any broadcast that is retransmitted via satellite and cable across different territories. I administer the rights for a variety of clients including National Geographic, Content Media, Tiger Aspect, etc. I was responsible for liaising with collection societies such as AGICOA, PROCIREP, PRS, BMI and Screenrights. I managed a database of client information and respond to client requests for data breakdowns, income forecasts and registration information. I was responsible for conflict management and dealing with legal disputes between third parties. Additional responsibilities include attracting new business, attending events and customer relationship management. Show less



Odyssey Music

• United States

• Account Executive

  • Dec 2009 - Apr 2011

  I was responsible for the promotion of a production music library and a commercial music catalogue. This involved building relationships with major TV and radio broadcasters, advertising agencies, production companies and post-production facilities both in person and via email or telephone. I responded to clients' requirements and coordinated bespoke arrangements with a roster of composers. I administered the catalogues with the relevant PROs and analysed royalty statements from them and sub-publishers to ensure accuracy. My other duties included forecasting and reporting on trends to aid the company's creative direction; managing the commercial catalogue with online distribution aggregators and maintaining the company's websites and servers. Show less



SESAC UK & Europe

• Account Assistant and A&R

  • Dec 2009 - Apr 2011

  I worked on an ad hoc basis undertaking a variety of duties. This included keeping up to date with new music and attending gigs to sign new artists, as well as various administrative tasks. I advised Managers, bands and agents on industry matters and concentrated on new trends for the company to focus on. I put on two showcases at The Great Escape festival in Brighton in 2010 and 2011. I continue to work for SESAC on a freelance basis. I worked on an ad hoc basis undertaking a variety of duties. This included keeping up to date with new music and attending gigs to sign new artists, as well as various administrative tasks. I advised Managers, bands and agents on industry matters and concentrated on new trends for the company to focus on. I put on two showcases at The Great Escape festival in Brighton in 2010 and 2011. I continue to work for SESAC on a freelance basis.



No Ordinary Music

• Blogger

  • Jan 2007 - Oct 2009

  Blogging, reviewing and interviewing stories for a new music website based in Liverpool. The website has now ceased sadly.

• Reporter

  • Nov 2007 - Dec 2008

  I undertook work experience to allow me to gain journalistic experience reporting on local and upcoming music acts. I reviewed releases, interviewed artists and blogged on related issues. I also utilised social media for promotion purposes, and aided in website design and creative ideas. Dee Radio 106.3FM; I was involved in the production of the sports show, as well as writing and live presentation of sports, news and music features. I interviewed the Manager and players of Chester City FC pre / post matches. Show less