This document outlines George King III's personal brand exploration project. It summarizes his background and interests in music and entertainment. His goals are to obtain an A&R position at Universal Music Group within 3 months of graduation and eventually start his own artist management company. The document identifies his skills, potential competitors, and a plan to develop his professional network and expertise in the music industry.
Develop a presentation using Keynote or PowerPoint that explores the following components of your personal brand. For this project, it may be best to focus your search on companies that you would like to work for (or with as an entrepreneur) and your future occupation (or current).
The objective of this project was to help understand my personal brand and potential ways that I can improve on it. Everyone is unique and this helped to showcase me as a person. I learned that in the sports world I have a long ways to go when it comes to my competitors. I am not very active in social media, but this project helped to show me that putting my name and content out there more can only benefit me in terms of followers and recognition. This project challenged me to dig deep into who I am and where I want to go in life. I can say confidently, now, I have a clearer picture of how I want my time at Full Sail University to go and what I want to do in career in sports media.
Develop a presentation using Keynote or PowerPoint that explores the following components of your personal brand. For this project, it may be best to focus your search on companies that you would like to work for (or with as an entrepreneur) and your future occupation (or current).
The objective of this project was to help understand my personal brand and potential ways that I can improve on it. Everyone is unique and this helped to showcase me as a person. I learned that in the sports world I have a long ways to go when it comes to my competitors. I am not very active in social media, but this project helped to show me that putting my name and content out there more can only benefit me in terms of followers and recognition. This project challenged me to dig deep into who I am and where I want to go in life. I can say confidently, now, I have a clearer picture of how I want my time at Full Sail University to go and what I want to do in career in sports media.
Project & Portfolio 1: Personal BrandingKyleWerly1
The purpose of this project was to help put your personal brand into focus and improve it. The Canvas concept is easy to use and serves as a practical visual framework that helps you understand why you are unique and how to let your future employer, customers, or clients know it. I learned a lot about myself, what my goals are and what I need to do right now to start achieving those goals for a better future. I did have to leave a few sections blank but will come back to my presentation at another time.
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• Uncover the power of a foundational marketing system that dynamically communicates with prospects and customers on autopilot.
• Harness neuroscience and Tribal Alignment to transform your communication strategies, turning potential clients into fans and those fans into loyal customers.
• Discover the art of automated segmentation, pinpointing your most lucrative customers and identifying the optimal moments for successful conversions.
• Streamline your business with a content production plan that eliminates guesswork, wasted time, and money.
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TL;DR. These are the three themes that stood out to us over the course of last month.
1️⃣ Social media is becoming increasingly significant for brand discovery. Marketers are now understanding the impact of social and budgets are shifting accordingly.
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2. I am a very social individual that loves to
entertain. I enjoy helping people to the best of
my ability and I am always eager to learn a new
skill. I believe that trust, honesty, honor, respect
and integrity are important. I have been involved
in music since I was young. It has helped me
overcome a lot of obstacles. It has help me to
become the strong individual that I am today.
IDENTITY
3. PROFESSION
Potential Job Titles:
• Agents and Business Managers of
Artists, Performers and Athletes
• Producers and Directors
• Chief Executives
ENTERTAINER BRAND
ARCHETYPE – I use this archetype to
get people to see the brighter side of things. I
enjoy making people laugh and getting them
to enjoy the task at hand or life in general. I
like to see people happy so I will do what I
need to do to make that happen.
Artist Manager for the Music Industry
4. Recruiters & Hiring Managers for Universal Music Group
TARGET AUDIENCE
Claudia Reyes
Outreach Plan:
• Research the position that I am interested in.
• Continue to do more research on UMG.
• Prepare myself with responses for possible questions.
Talent Acquisition Manager
at Universal Music Group
Peggy Huck
Outreach Plan:
• Research Peggy Huck
• Prepare any questions I may have
• Research the department I plan to go into
Senior Vice President of
Human Resources at
Universal Music Group
Walter Jones Outreach Plan:
• Do extensive research on A&R
• Do research on artists under UMG
• Do research on Walter Jones
Co Head of A&R at universal
Music Group
5. GOALS
Short Term: (Immediately After Graduation, 2023)
I will obtain an A&R position at Universal Music Group
within the first 3 months of graduating. My brand
awareness increased by 15% by creating more content
for social media.
Mid Term: (2028)
I will have a successful management company with 5-
10 employees for independent Hip Hop & Pop artists.
My brand awareness increased by 25% by placing it in
more places and boosting awareness of merchandise.
Long Term: (2038)
• By this point, I will have incorporated Artist
Development into my company with 20-30
employees. My brand awareness will be increased by
40% by my experiences and exposure.
6. SKILLS ANALYSIS
Notable Skills & Current Proficiencies:
Notable Skills REQUIRED in TRADE & Current Proficiencies:
Computer Skills
SOFT
HARD
Novice / Adept / Expert
Presenting Skills Novice / Adept / Expert
Problem Solving Skills Novice / Adept / Expert
Communication Skills Novice / Adept / Expert
Marketing Skills
SOFT
HARD
Novice / Adept / Expert
Customer Service Skills Novice / Adept / Expert
Negotiation Skills Novice / Adept / Expert
Listening Skills Novice / Adept / Expert
7. I help artists do what they love by providing
them with the advice and encouragement
that they need to succeed.
PROMISE
8. CREDENTIALS
Work Experience:
• Customer Retention Specialist at
TruGreen
• Server at Wishbone Scratch Kitchen
• AmeriCorps Member at City Year Tulsa
Education:
• Music Business, B.S., Full Sail University (Exp. YEAR)
Leadership Roles:
• Social Media Coordinator for Gamma
Sigma Gamma Fraternity, Inc
• Director of Artist Development for Sikkidz
Entertainment
9. COMPETITION
FIRST LAST NAME
Industry Experience:
• Industry experience goes here
Education:
• Education experience goes here
Leadership Experience:
• Leadership experience goes here
• Leadership experience goes here
Skills and Proficiencies:
• Skill 1 Goes Here - X endorsements
• Skill 2 Goes Here - X endorsements
• Skill 3 Goes Here - X endorsements
YOUR NAME
Overall Online Presence:
• How many connections?, banner image customized?,
professionalism of headshot?, how detailed is the
profile?, published articles?, active on other social
media?, is their LinkedIn URL customized?
• Grade: Poor, Average, or Superior?, XX out of 100
HEADSHOT HEADSHOT
Industry Experience:
• Industry experience goes here
Education:
• Education experience goes here
Leadership Experience:
• Leadership experience goes here
• Leadership experience goes here
Skills and Proficiencies:
• Skill 1 Goes Here - X endorsements
• Skill 2 Goes Here - X endorsements
• Skill 3 Goes Here - X endorsements
Overall Online Presence:
• How many connections?, banner image customized?,
professionalism of headshot?, how detailed is the
profile?, published articles?, active on other social
media?, is their LinkedIn URL customized?
• Grade: Poor, Average, or Superior?, XX out of 100
10. COMPETITION
FIRST LAST NAME
Noteworthy Experience:
• Noteworthy experience goes here
• Noteworthy experience goes here
YOUR NAME
HEADSHOT HEADSHOT
Industry Experience:
• Industry experience goes here
Education:
• Education experience goes here
Skills and Proficiencies:
• Skill 1 Goes Here - X endorsements
• Skill 2 Goes Here - X endorsements
• Skill 3 Goes Here - X endorsements
Overall Online Presence:
• How many connections?, banner image customized?,
professionalism of headshot?, how detailed is the
profile?, published articles?, active on other social
media?, is their LinkedIn URL customized?
• Grade: Poor, Average, or Superior?, XX out of 100
Industry Experience:
• Industry experience goes here
Education:
• Education experience goes here
Leadership Experience:
• Leadership experience goes here
• Leadership experience goes here
Skills and Proficiencies:
• Skill 1 Goes Here - X endorsements
• Skill 2 Goes Here - X endorsements
• Skill 3 Goes Here - X endorsements
Overall Online Presence:
• How many connections?, banner image customized?,
professionalism of headshot?, how detailed is the
profile?, published articles?, active on other social
media?, is their LinkedIn URL customized?
• Grade: Poor, Average, or Superior?, XX out of 100
11. BRAND POSITION
For artists who make music, I provide
personalized management and development
because I actually care about the artists and not
how much money they can make for me, but for
themselves.
TKDIDIT
12. NETWORKING &
MARKETING
Industry Events & Organizations
• Name of event or professional organization
‣ DATE | LOCATION
• Name of event or professional organization
‣ DATE | LOCATION
• Name of event or professional organization
‣ DATE | LOCATION
Digital Marketing
• Primary Content: what type of content will you create and
publish online? Think about the different types of content that
would coincide with your brand archetype and temperament.
• Primary Tools: Which social networks or online tools will you
use to promote your content? How often? What format?
• Website: How will you use your digital portfolio site moving
forward to help you build your brand awareness online?
Picture of You
Goes Here
13. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Mentor
• What type of mentor will you seek as you embark on
your career path? What experience and/or lifestyle
should they have? DATE TO EST. PARTNERSHIP
Formal Education
• Include degree program here and/or other professional
certification programs you intend to complete w/ dates.
Technical Skills
• Specific task to address a technical skill gap -
organization name, MONTH YEAR
• Specific task to address a technical skill gap -
organization name, MONTH YEAR
• Specific task to address a technical skill gap -
organization name, MONTH YEAR
Soft Skills
• Specific task to address a technical skill gap -
organization name, MONTH YEAR
• Specific task to address a technical skill gap -
organization name, MONTH YEAR
• Specific task to address a technical skill gap -
organization name, MONTH YEAR
14. YOUR NAME
You know [PROBLEM]? Well, what I do is [SOLUTION]. In fact, [PROOF].
Picture of You
Goes Here
15. REFERENCES
• Claudia Reyes, LinkedIn,
https://www.linkedin.com/in/claudia1r
ecruiter/
• Peggy Huck, LinkedIn,
https://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyhu
ck/
• Walter Jones, LinkedIn,
https://www.linkedin.com/in/walter-
jones-1a52a1118/
• Pelta, R. 15 Transferable Skills That
Companies Want: Examples and
Definitions, FlexJobs,
https://www.flexjobs.com/blog/post/tr
ansferable-skills/
• Find Occupations, OnetOnline,
https://www.onetonline.org/find/
Editor's Notes
Forbes Most Valuable Brands List (2017): https://www.forbes.com/powerful-brands/list/
Apple 2. Google 3. Microsoft 4. Facebook 5. Coca-Cola 6. Amazon 7. Disney 8. Toyota 9. McDonald’s 10. Samsung
Methodology:
Forbes valued more than 200 global brands by looking at three years of earnings and allocating a percentage of those earnings based on the role brands play in each industry (e.g., high for luxury goods and beverages, low for airlines and oil companies). We applied the average price-to-earnings multiple over the past three years to these earnings to arrive at the final brand value.