How did the MPAP faculty contribute to your growth as a musician?

1. The MPAP faculty had amazing professors that contributed to my growth as a musician and music professional! I was able to learn several aspects of the music industry and attend events that allowed me to meet more people from my major and those interested in working in the industry. During my time as a Violin performance major, I studied with Professor Fulkerson who helped with developing my musicianship skills massively, including weekly orchestra rehearsals and studio class sessions. Although I enjoyed my time as a music performance major, I transferred to the  Music Business department since I wanted to explore more of the music industry and get more involved business wise. Through there, I was able to gain music industry experience from interning at various record labels, music agency, and even a creative tech company. Eventually I was able to join Warner Music Group with my experience and gain more insight in working at one of the largest entertainment companies globally. I’d like to thank the MPAP faculty Judy Tint, Larry Miller, and all my professors for teaching me and sharing their expertise during the program. 

What have you been working on since graduating?

1. After graduating, I joined Warner Music Group as an intern which later led to a full time role in the Global Digital Accounts team. The team oversaw all issues for Warner Recorded labels on digital accounts YouTube, TikTok, Meta, and SoundCloud, leading me to learn how to operate the backend of these digital platforms. In addition to my daily responsibilities, I developed a project which cleared revenue suspense on YouTube, and built a team website so all files were properly organized, along with creating training materials for future interns that will join our team. Recently, I transferred into the Global Marketing department as I wanted to expand my marketing knowledge, and I was curious how WMG marketed artists globally. Now, I keep track of upcoming releases from WMG artists globally and oversee the marketing budget and campaigns, inform internal departments new releases to track, meet with various departments within the company including Atlantic and Warner Records, and the Warner Music UK, and organize monthly marketing meetings where local representatives and artist managers will share upcoming music and videos for new releases and albums this year. Outside of work, I create content on social media and host music jam sessions with fellow musicians and friends! 

What advice would you give to incoming students?

1. Some key advice I’d like to share with incoming students is to be proactive in communicating with your professors and peers, being involved with various clubs/organizations during college, and experiment with different internship experiences.

   • Looking back, I wish I was more proactive in communicating with my professors and asking more questions. Professors, especially at NYU, come from extremely impressive backgrounds and have been in the industry for years. Be active in asking for any advice from your professor, because they’ll always be willing to help and share their knowledge with you. Developing that relationship with your professor is crucial, especially since many have lots of connections in your industry. Also, be proactive in knowing your peers and classmates, because they will be the ones you’ll cross paths with often and you can help each other as you continue to work your way up in the industry. The music industry is way smaller than you think, and maintaining good relationships and networking is crucial to getting a job in the industry and attaining higher level positions. 

   • During my time at NYU, I joined many organizations and was very involved on campus. This not only shows that you have leadership skills, but it shows you’re willing to put yourself out there and gain new experiences, which in turn will allow you to meet more people, build up your leadership, communication, and help with finding a community, which can be difficult in such a big city like New York City. Also, this is the time where you can try out anything since you have the most time and not as many responsibilities compared to after you graduate, so do everything so you won’t have any regrets later down the line. Some music organizations I’d recommend would be GRAMMY U, Women In Music, and there are some more on campus I’d recommend you look into! 

   • It’s never too early to start looking for internships. Apply to places you’re interested in for fields you’d like to learn, and build as many different skillsets as you can.  Looking for jobs in the music industry can be difficult due to its high competitiveness, but if you have different experiences and skillsets, this can put you ahead of other candidates who don’t have much experience in the industry. Music companies also look for those that are very passionate about music, so ask yourself why you want to be in this industry, and how you think you can develop certain areas in this space.