Rachel Zyzda

Born and raised in Chicago, IL, Rachel graduated from Columbia College Chicago for Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management in 2012. The year following graduation, Rachel moved to the UK to work a day job in business and manage artists in her spare time. Now back in Chicago, Rachel is currently working in business again. She is also working on her own musical endeavors and seeking artists to manage. Please email [email protected] for inquiries.

Work Experience:

Artist Liason- SC Productions British Summertime Event

• Assist in dressing room set up and clean up
• Escort artists to their assigned stages

Manager and Public Relations for Rebel Sonix 01/2013-06/2013

• Contact promoters and blogs to promote new music and material
• Update social media platforms
• Explore new vehicles of promotion, such as Jango radio.

Assistant Development Director at People's Music School 01/12-07/12

• Update website and social networks
• Promote upcoming events at the school
• Enter donor information and compose data reports
• Assist with grant proposals

Promotions Intern at Lincoln Hall Chicago 10/11-06/12

• Create Poster displays
• Provide artists with hospitality

Assistant Manager at Journeys Shoes 07/07-01/12

• Assist customers and team members
• Work with employees to meet sales goals
• Hire and train new crew members
• Cash handling

Other Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Proficient in E tapestry database system
• Ability to operate Pro Tools software