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Matt Hope

Digital Strategy and Social Media

London

Bachelor's in Music Production from Leeds College of Music.

Associate in Engineering Foundation from UWE Bristol.

High School from St Marys RC Menston, Leeds.

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Matt is a highly driven individual with advanced knowledge and experience of new media models in digital content and social media platforms. As a freelancer, for a number of clients, Matt has had experience of training, profile, content and community management. Achieving remarkable results both alone and within evolving teams. He is looking to consolidate his career to a single role and contribute his endless passion and super powers toward a suitably awesome company.

Skills

Social Media Strategy
Content Management
Community Management
Blogging and Reviews

Work History

11 years

Total experience

Sep 2001 - Current

Songs From A Room / Sofarsounds.com, London / Global

Digital Content and Community Manager

Oct 2010 - Current

Currently managing the Digital presence for Sofarsounds pop-up gig company. Specializing in organizing secret music events in unique locations, worldwide. All content generated from the events by fans and musicians including blog management, Flickr feeds, soundcloud content, collaborative spotify playlists, youtube and vimeo marketing, stimulating viral video, conversation leading via twitter and FB.
http://Sofarsounds.com
Http://Facebook.com/Sofarsounds
Http://Youtube.com/sofarsounds
Http://Sofarsounds.posterous.com
Twitter search: http://bit.ly/xgC2q4 

Freelance Digital Strategy and Social Media, London

Social Media Strategy and Content Management

Apr 2010 - Current

Social engagement and content management.
Working with Brands and campaigns to sharpen their use of the digital sphere and stimulate a natural word of mouth among target audiences using social platforms, blogger advocacy, rich and unique content and interactive competitions.
Clients include
Levi's UK (Craftwork / Craft of Music)
http://bit.ly/aTNkXK
Slightly Foxed http://bit.ly/A0QTz9
Mencap Make With Me http://bit.ly/lSY8KP
ICA London http://www.ica.org.uk/
Juiceology http://TasteJuiceology.com
Mulletover http://on.fb.me/ws4CsA
http://StarOfBethnalGreen.com 

Various : Currently Supervising Barista Caravan, London / Worldwide

Speciality Coffee Barista

Sep 2005 - Current

Working in speciality Coffee for almost 8 years, responsibilities have included cafe team management, training, tasting and calibrating espresso machines, tastings and brewing, designing drinks production, location and special event service. Making coffee for the likes of Thom Yorke and the Kings of Leon and leading The Guardian 2009 top UK cafe; http://bit.ly/zQ7Kkm Matt has consistently looked to pro-barista work to supplement his freelance profession and has allowed him to enjoy both a manual skill and personable customer facing practice.
Http://Oppositecafe.co.uk
Http://Ristretto.com
Http://Nudeespresso.com
Http://Caravanonexmouth.co.uk 

Independently Motivated Passion Music Knowledge, Leeds - London

Music; Research and Knowledge

Sep 2001 - Current

Since leaving school Matt has developed a insatiable enthusiasm for music experience, events, technology, discovery, sharing and marketing and production. Often being described by peers as a music encyclopaedia and early adopter of new trends. He enjoys a routine observation and update of what's new or undiscovered in music, the services around it our interaction on a psychological level. This drives Matt to endeavour a host of voluntary projects from producing his own music, Blogging, DJ sets to putting on music festivals in cafes, electronica nights and experimental Book Clubs.
http://Synthiamusic.com
http://brautiganbookclub.co.uk/
http://www.myspace.com/soundslikepollen
Http://Mattsynthia.posterous.com 

Various Music and Social Media sites, London / Poland

Blogging / Web Content

Nov 2009 - Dec 2009

Managing and implementing blogs and web reviews for a number of popular and niche websites including my own personal music blog. Tasks include the production of compelling copy and rich media around special events, new software applications, album releases, profiling and interviews. Maintaining a consistent and high frequency schedule of targeted, timely and conversely blog content. See below for some of my posts.

Mamuna
Share your Path in Life
http://bit.ly/xaoOQq
Instagram A shared view
http://bit.ly/z0IBoF
Quora - The Evolution of Q's & A's http://bit.ly/A7OObg

Fabric First Blog
Introduce Yourself: OLIVER $ http://bit.ly/xD5V6L
The Many Sides of SoulPhiction http://bit.ly/zqoFoo

Ransom Note :
The Knife http://bit.ly/xoTQfx

Data Transmission
Dawn of Midi - First [Accretions Records] http://bit.ly/AazuWb
When Saints Go Machine @ XOYO London http://bit.ly/wC0Qww

Managing Http://Sofarsounds.posterous.com 

Outpost Media, London

Music PR Intern

Sep 2009 - Nov 2009

Working for one of London's most reputable and awarded Music PR firms managing high profile accounts and PR strategy for music artists and major music releases across a wide span of genre. Responsibilities included maintaining online profiles and synching with well timed blogger outreach campaigns. Developing and distributing press releases and digital press packs. Liaison and relationship building with leading Press, Web, TV and Radio journalists. Industry and events networking, development and updating of Social Media platforms both internally and for artist and event clientele.
Http://Outpostmedia.co.uk 

Room Restaurants UK, Manchester Leeds Harrogate Glasgow

Music Director / Head DJ

Sep 2002 - Nov 2011

Director of Music for the UK wide Restaurant Group. Managing the programming and development of the company music policy, hiring and scheduling niche style DJs, booking and arranging world renowned acts, arranging live PA and overseeing entertainment for special events. Maintaining the brand awareness of musical style, weekend live DJ scheduling, developing an introductory social media strategy for the brand.
Http://RoomRestaurants.com 

Education

  • PhD
  • Masters
  • Bachelors
  • Associates
  • High School
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Leeds College of Music

Music Production

Graduated 6/2005

UWE Bristol

Engineering Foundation

Graduated 6/2001

St Marys RC Menston, Leeds

Graduated 6/1997

Personality

Where I want to work

Company size

Small
Large

Job security importance

Low
High

Challenge level

Easy
Scary Huge

Culture

Wild
Conservative

Decision making

Fast
Careful

My current skills

Leverage Them
Learn New Ones
Work environment I want

Length of average day

4 hours
8 hours
16 hours

Team size

Solo
20 people
50+ people

Noise level

Quiet
Loud

Dress code

Very Casual
Business Formal

Travel

None
50%
100%

Rules

Nope
Like Them
My skill characteristics

Persistence

Some
Never Quit

Decision speed

Cautious
Fast

Risk taking

Hate it
Love it

Technically

Not So Much
Better Than Most

Attention to detail

Not So Much
Perfection

My skills are

Growing
The Best
Preferred neighborhood
  • Location

  • Urban

    Suburban

  • Near

  • Dining / Shops

    Public Transit

  • Willing to

  • Commute

    Relocate

    Work remotely

Expected benefits
  • Matching 401K

  • >2 Weeks Vacation

  • Free Cafeteria

  • Child Care

  • Education Reimbursement

  • Stock Options

  • Gym

  • Skills Training

  • Career Growth