Alexandra Scott
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Personable Talent Agent successful in spotting and developing on-screen talent. Superb interpersonal skills and problem solving abilities. Organized and adept in tracking client schedules and opportunities, while maintaining administrative duties.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Agent/COO
Van Gogh Talent
05.2017 - Current
- Managed client schedules and coordinated auditions, callbacks, and bookings with efficiency and attention to detail.
- Built a diverse roster of talent by attending industry events and proactively seeking out emerging artists in person and through online submissions.
- Negotiated bookings, organized travel and accommodation, read and signed contracts and organized payments/sent invoices on behalf of clients
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Assisted clients in building professional portfolios through coordination of headshots, resumes, demo reels, and other essential materials.
- Prompt, professional and effective communication via email, text, phone, with clients, casting directors and productions
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
Private Music Teacher
Self-employed
09.2009 - Current
- Have taught students ages 5 years old to adult Voice, Piano, beginner guitar, Songwriting and Music Theory lessons
- Planned and prepared individual music lessons to support student needs.
- Explained music theory, aural skills and fundamental concepts to teach students to understand, analyze, perform and create music.
- Increased student retention rates by fostering strong relationships with families, addressing concerns promptly, and demonstrating genuine care for each learner''s progress.
- Motivated students to practice music by offering positive reinforcement and encouraging progress.
- Created encouraging, fun and focused lesson atmosphere.
- Collaborated with other music teachers to develop curriculum and share best practices for improved teaching methods.
- Tracked student progress through regular assessments, adjusting instructional approaches to meet individual needs and achieve desired outcomes.
- Arranged performance recitals and concerts to allow students to showcase musical talents.
Voice Teacher
Harmonia Vocal Studio
09.2015 - 06.2022
- Provided voice lessons for students ages 7 years old to adult
- Specialized in contemporary, pop, musical theatre and jazz
- Prepared students for various performance opportunities such as recitals, Kiwanis Music Festival and auditions
- Offered songwriting workshops to coach and facilitate composition for teens and the opportunity to play their newly written songs with a full band
- Provided fully online lessons and curriculum via Zoom in 2020/2021
- Provided prompt, polite and regular communication with parents regarding scheduling, lesson progress, and performance opportunities
Musical Theatre Conservatory Counsellor
Kay Meek Centre
06.2015 - 08.2017
- Music Director for the Kay Meek Youth Conservatory Summer Production of The Little Mermaid
- Work closely and collaboratively with the director and choreographer
- Help assign roles through auditions
- Directed groups of up to 30 students at rehearsals to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
- Studied scores to learn music in detail and develop interpretations.
- Evaluated musician performance regularly, offering guidance on areas requiring improvement or adjustment in technique or interpretation.
- Communicate with students and parents via email and in-person
Education
Business Administration Certificate - Business
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Music (Jazz Studies)
Capilano University
North Vancouver, BC05-2017
Diploma - Contemporary Music And Technology
Selkirk College
Nelson, BC05-2009
Skills
- Client management
- Fee collection
- Managed client contracts
- Scheduled performances
- Talent acquisition
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Self motivation
- Creative thinking
Accomplishments
Estill Voice International Figure Proficiency Certification (Level 1 and 2)
January 2021
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Spanish
Elementary
Hobbies
Songwriting, Performing, Professional singing, Podcasting,
Timeline
Talent Agent/COO
Van Gogh Talent
05.2017 - Current
Voice Teacher
Harmonia Vocal Studio
09.2015 - 06.2022
Musical Theatre Conservatory Counsellor
Kay Meek Centre
06.2015 - 08.2017
Private Music Teacher
Self-employed
09.2009 - Current
Business Administration Certificate - Business
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Arts - Music (Jazz Studies)
Capilano University
Diploma - Contemporary Music And Technology
Selkirk College
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