Joshua Byun
Marketing Intern
Josh is a junior at the University of Southern California working towards his Bachelor of Science in Music Industry at the Thornton School of Music. He grew up in Saint Louis, Missouri and moved to California to get a fresh start in Los Angeles. Josh is constantly inspired by other students with aspirations of starting their careers in the music industry. He hopes to work somewhere in artist management, tour management, or concert production; however, he is open minded to what the future has in store for him.
Education
University of Southern California: Los Angeles, CA May 2016
Thornton School of Music
• Bachelor of Science: Music Industry
Relevant Coursework: University of Southern California
• Introduction to Music Law: A study of entertainment law in the music industry including areas of contracts,
domestic practices, international practices, copyright protection, and trademarks
• Live Music Production and Promotion: A survey of the presentation of the live musical experience through the
examination of venue selection, promotion, and security
Work Experience
McDonald/Selznick Associates: Los Angeles, CA April – August 2014
Intern
• Conduct research on the entertainment industry for potential dance performances
• Update the database of contact information with managers for booking deals
• Make phone calls and write emails to management companies for our clients
Campus Circle INC.: Los Angeles, CA May 2014 – Present
Freelance Writer
• Research upcoming performances by music artists in the Los Angeles Area
• Attend performances by music artists to write reviews and take pictures
• Update the website with performance reviews and pictures
USC Housing: Los Angeles, CA January 2013 – Present
Customer Service Representative
• Complete work orders for custodians to regulate dormitory life style for over 750 residents
• Inform residents of incoming mail by cataloguing 150 packages per day
• Answer general questions about USC Housing by responding to 50 phone calls per day
USC Leadership
Delta Omicron Zeta: Professional Leadership Fraternity
Vice President of Communications August 2013 – Present
• Coordinate with over 60 potential new members during the rush process
• Update active members with Executive Board decisions and the direction of this organization
• Represent the chapter by reaching out to other organizations through email and in person
• Create a data base of contact information for active members to reach out to alumni
• Update job and internship opportunities on the chapter website
Freshman Dance-Off Competition
Head Executive Coordinator May 2013 – Present
• Consult the executive board before making final administrative decisions about the team
• Execute 2 fundraising projects to raise $550 for costumes and choreographers
• Designate tasks to all assistant coordinators, such as planning bonding events
• Mentor 75 dancers by critiquing all 5 pieces of the competition set
• Update the semester budget by collecting dues and tracking expenditures
Korean Student Association
Director of Public Relations January 2013 - Present
• Organize campus-wide campaigns to disseminate information about the organization’s events
• Contact other organizations to collaborate on events and projects
• Operate social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
Education
University of Southern California: Los Angeles, CA May 2016
Thornton School of Music
• Bachelor of Science: Music Industry
Relevant Coursework: University of Southern California
• Introduction to Music Law: A study of entertainment law in the music industry including areas of contracts,
domestic practices, international practices, copyright protection, and trademarks
• Live Music Production and Promotion: A survey of the presentation of the live musical experience through the
examination of venue selection, promotion, and security
Work Experience
McDonald/Selznick Associates: Los Angeles, CA April – August 2014
Intern
• Conduct research on the entertainment industry for potential dance performances
• Update the database of contact information with managers for booking deals
• Make phone calls and write emails to management companies for our clients
Campus Circle INC.: Los Angeles, CA May 2014 – Present
Freelance Writer
• Research upcoming performances by music artists in the Los Angeles Area
• Attend performances by music artists to write reviews and take pictures
• Update the website with performance reviews and pictures
USC Housing: Los Angeles, CA January 2013 – Present
Customer Service Representative
• Complete work orders for custodians to regulate dormitory life style for over 750 residents
• Inform residents of incoming mail by cataloguing 150 packages per day
• Answer general questions about USC Housing by responding to 50 phone calls per day
USC Leadership
Delta Omicron Zeta: Professional Leadership Fraternity
Vice President of Communications August 2013 – Present
• Coordinate with over 60 potential new members during the rush process
• Update active members with Executive Board decisions and the direction of this organization
• Represent the chapter by reaching out to other organizations through email and in person
• Create a data base of contact information for active members to reach out to alumni
• Update job and internship opportunities on the chapter website
Freshman Dance-Off Competition
Head Executive Coordinator May 2013 – Present
• Consult the executive board before making final administrative decisions about the team
• Execute 2 fundraising projects to raise $550 for costumes and choreographers
• Designate tasks to all assistant coordinators, such as planning bonding events
• Mentor 75 dancers by critiquing all 5 pieces of the competition set
• Update the semester budget by collecting dues and tracking expenditures
Korean Student Association
Director of Public Relations January 2013 - Present
• Organize campus-wide campaigns to disseminate information about the organization’s events
• Contact other organizations to collaborate on events and projects
• Operate social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram