Marcus Santoro
Langwarrin,VIC
Summary
A hardworking, driven and creative individual with over 10 years of experience within the music industry. An award recipient for academic and professional excellent, with strong communication skills, able to lease with recording artists, publishers and customers alike. A highly self-motivated candidate with an inherent drive to achieve results. Proficient with technology and various applications to possess the ability to learn and develop within any role.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Songwriter
Universal Music Publishing Group
Sydney, NSW
11.2021 - Current
- Developed song concepts, structures, and stories to create original music.
- Collaborated with other songwriters, musicians, and producers to arrange and record songs.
- Edited audio recordings of musical performances using digital software programs.
- Worked closely with artists to ensure their vision was accurately reflected in the finished product.
- Submitted demos and pitches to labels, publishers, agents, managers.
- Attended industry events such as showcases and award ceremonies for networking purposes.
Touring Musician
Self Employed
Melbourne, VIC
04.2011 - Current
- Organized and managed tour logistics, including travel schedules, hotel bookings, venue contracts, and sound checks.
- Developed relationships with local promoters to increase fan base and ticket sales in each city.
- Performed live shows in various cities across the country for audiences of all sizes.
- Interacted with other artists on the road while collaborating on new music.
- Developed strong interpersonal skills to deal with different personalities.
Assistant Teacher
Audiostar Music Academy
Melbourne, VIC
03.2012 - 11.2012
- Supervised small group activities.
- Assessed student progress through observation, testing, and feedback from teachers.
- Supported and documented student growth and progress to achieve academic, social and emotional goals.
- Involved passionately engaging students to learn the basics of Audio and sound production.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mazenod College
Melbourne, VIC12-2012
Certificate II in Music - Music Business
Keysborough Secondary
Melbourne11-2012
Skills
- Communication
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Organization and Time Management
- Planning
- Social Perceptiveness
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Team Building
Affiliations
- Fitness
- Music
- Reading and writing
- Film & television
- Foodie
- Sports, particularly golf and tennis
- Fashion
Accomplishments
- Student of the Year - Mazenod College (2012)
- APRA - Song of the Year Nomination (2015)
- Over 50,000,000 Spotify streams collectively
- 1st Australian electronic music artist to perform at Tomorrowland UNITE in Abu Dhabi
Certification
- Mazenod College Valedictory Certificate
- Certificate II in Music Industry (Foundation)
- Full Writer Member for the Australian Performing Rights Association (APRA)
- Full Writer Member for the Phonographic Performance Company of Australia (PPCA)
- Pioneer Pro DJ Ambassador
Languages
English
Professional
Italian
Limited
Timeline
Songwriter
Universal Music Publishing Group
11.2021 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Audiostar Music Academy
03.2012 - 11.2012
Touring Musician
Self Employed
04.2011 - Current
High School Diploma -
Mazenod College
Certificate II in Music - Music Business
Keysborough Secondary
- Mazenod College Valedictory Certificate
- Certificate II in Music Industry (Foundation)
- Full Writer Member for the Australian Performing Rights Association (APRA)
- Full Writer Member for the Phonographic Performance Company of Australia (PPCA)
- Pioneer Pro DJ Ambassador
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