DJ for events and parties
Alick Sethi
Music Supervisor
Summary
Talented and hard-working creative professional and project manager rolled into one. Experience of developing strategies, implementing work-flows, managing budgets and leading teams to fulfill clients' briefs and projects. Proven track record in various sectors of the media industry. Possesses excellent eye for detail in procuring and licensing content for media campaigns and broadcasts.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
5
5
Languages
Work History
Creative Director – Project Manager
Retox Music
London
01.2004 - 12.2023
- Music Supervision services for soundtracks for Advertising, Series, Movies.
- Creating and communicating creative briefs, alongside working on negotiations, drawing up contracts.
- Working with composers, music searches, negotiating & licensing music.
- Building a network of clients and projects worldwide.
- Managing teams for specific projects - delegating tasks - ensuring the work precision and quality is to the standard expected by clients.
- Creating and implementing market entry strategies for various countries in the EU, Russia, Asia and India.
- Monitored progress of projects, keeping on schedule and within budget.
- Conducted research and identified market trends to inform creative direction.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Curation and Strategy for Indian Music (Contract)
Snapchat
Los Angeles
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisting the global music team specifically around Indian content
- Curating weekly playlists of Indian releases (both major and independent)
- Music supervision for special playlists (festivals, monsoon, events, etc)
- Music supervision for special features (India-specific filters)
- Providing insights and understanding to the music team, about India and its music scenes / genres / languages / etc
Music Publisher
Central Publishing
London
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Setting up a music publisher for independent artists in Hungary.
- Signing artists, working with royalty collection societies.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Selling the catalogue to film & TV sync projects / music supervisors / etc.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Media Analyst
Metrica (Formerly Part Of Gorkana Group)
London
11.2009 - 12.2012
- Streamlined research process through establishment of standardized methods.
- Compiled research using rigorous methods and published in-depth reports for private and public review.
- Compiled unbiased research of client campaigns and publicity across press, new media, and social media.
- Drafted and revised detailed reports according to deadlines and exceeded desired results.
- Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
Senior Uploader
Guardian Newspapers
London
04.2001 - 12.2001
- Responsible for proofing and putting sections of the newspaper online.
- Attention to detail – proof-reading, correcting, editing.
- Broad knowledge of all sections needed –from news to sport to culture. Adding additional links and data when required.
- Working to strict daily deadlines.
Radio DJ / Music Show Producer
Student Broadcast Network (formerly Part Of The Barfly Group)
London
09.1996 - 07.2004
- Produced and presented a weekly show called The Electric Café, on a national radio station.
- Specialist music show covering alternative / underground electronic music, not restricted to a single style or genre.
- Sourcing and curating music each week – transmitting this with passion to the show's audience.
- Selecting and inviting guests. Researching and conducting live interviews.
- Producing and recording a two hour weekly show to deadline.
- Managing feedback, competitions, PR and publicity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry With A Year in Europe
Imperial College of Science, Technology & Medicine
London 09.1992 - 09.1996
Ph.D. - Chemistry
Imperial College of Science, Technology & Medicine
London, United Kingdom 09.1996 - 01.2002
Skills
Media industry expertise
Strategic leadership
Campaign development
Complex problem solver
Vendor negotiation
Project Management
Creative Strategy
Strategic Development
Client Communication
Interests
Sport & fitness - competing in triathlons
Travel and culture
Timeline
Curation and Strategy for Indian Music (Contract)
Snapchat
05.2022 - 12.2022
Music Publisher
Central Publishing
01.2016 - 01.2020
Media Analyst
Metrica (Formerly Part Of Gorkana Group)
11.2009 - 12.2012
Creative Director – Project Manager
Retox Music
01.2004 - 12.2023
Senior Uploader
Guardian Newspapers
04.2001 - 12.2001
Radio DJ / Music Show Producer
Student Broadcast Network (formerly Part Of The Barfly Group)
09.1996 - 07.2004
Ph.D. - Chemistry
Imperial College of Science, Technology & Medicine
09.1996 - 01.2002
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry With A Year in Europe
Imperial College of Science, Technology & Medicine
09.1992 - 09.1996