Blake

Music industry coordinator with 7+ years' experience across A&R support, publishing administration, songwriter coordination, release operations, and artist services. Experienced in supporting songwriters, producers, and creative teams across session coordination, catalogue management, metadata administration, rights processes, and creative delivery. Strong background working across label, publishing, and artist environments, with a focus on organisation, accuracy, and managing multiple priorities in fast-paced workflows.

Project Coordinator at Self-Employed (2020-09 – 2026-01)

• Coordinated songwriting sessions, recording schedules, and creative collaboration between writers and producers
• Managed songwriter splits and registrations with PPL, PRS, and APRA
• Drafted and supported publishing and master rights agreements
• Maintained catalogue systems including metadata, audio files, stems, and release documentation (Dropbox, Disco)
• Built and maintained international network of songwriters, producers, and managers through SXSW, The Great Escape, BIGSOUND, Tileyard events
• Supported release planning, creative delivery, and project timelines across multiple concurrent projects
• Secured NZD $80,000+ funding (NZ On Air / NZ Music Commission)
• Delivered releases achieving 620,000+ streams, editorial playlisting (Spotify & Apple Music), and radio support (BBC Introducing London, Triple J)

Release Management Coordinator at AWAL (2018-11 – 2020-08)

• Managed release delivery workflows including metadata, assets, and DSP coordination
• Supported A&R and marketing teams with release planning, timelines, and campaign execution
• Liaised with artists, managers, distributors, and internal stakeholders on release delivery
• Managed audio files, artwork, metadata, and promotional assets across high-volume campaigns
• Supported streaming reporting and release performance tracking
• Assisted Sync and Marketing teams with ad-hoc requests and expedited PPL registrations
• Coordinated physical manufacturing timelines alongside digital release schedules

Music & Media Licensing Junior Coordinator (Fixed-Term) at MTV (2018-08 – 2018-11)

• Managed music licensing documentation and broadcast usage records
• Liaised with publishers, labels, and rights holders for clearance and licensing
• Supported onsite content shoots and media productions involving artists and talent
• Worked with high-profile clients and stakeholders with discretion

Client Administration Assistant (Fixed-Term) at Kobalt Music (2017-09 – 2018-05)

• Supported publishing administration and catalogue management
• Maintained metadata and client records across internal systems
• Assisted with publishing agreements and rights documentation

Bachelor of Commerce in Business Management – University of Otago

Exchange in Business Management – Alliance Manchester Business School

Certificate in Contemporary Music Performance – Music and Audio Institute of New Zealand