Eric Thornburg
FOUNDER/LABEL MANAGER
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About
Results-driven music business professional with 8 years in label management and artist development. Founded and managed an independent electronic music label, achieving over 175 releases and 165 artist collaborations. Focused on fostering artist growth, managing projects, and enhancing operational success within the industry.
Experience
FOUNDER/LABEL MANAGER at the Boat House (2018-05 – Present)
Founded and managed independent electronic music label since 2018, developing catalog of 175+ releases that achieved 12+ million streams across major digital platforms.
- Collaborated with 165+ artists, directing artist development, release strategy, branding, and digital distribution, resulting in 25% of artists advancing to larger record labels.
- Oversaw all aspects of label operations, planning and executing 12 releases annually while managing project timelines, marketing campaigns, creative assets, and industry partnerships.
DISTRIBUTION MANAGER AND GRAPHIC DESIGNER at High Pack Distro (2021-10 – 2026-07)
Managed daily distribution workflows, coordinating inventory, production, and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate, efficient, and on-time order fulfillment.
- Designed packaging, branding, and marketing assets for consumer products, ensuring artwork compliance with production and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborated with distribution, production, and creative teams to streamline workflows, address operational challenges, and deliver projects from concept to manufacturing.
Education
Certificate in Digital Music Production/Management – Icon Collective (2017-07)
Associate of Arts in Graphic Design – Butler Community College (2013-05)
