EDUCATION

2012 Ph.D. Musicology: University of Southern California

2007 M.A Music History and Literature: University of Southern California

2005 B.M. Guitar Performance: University of Nebraska, Lincoln

summa cum laude, University Honors Program

STRENGTHS

Over 15 combined years as a music educator, performer, and consultant
Extensive knowledge of US music copyright law as instructor for undergraduate and graduate courses
Prominent peer-reviewed academic journal publications and an upcoming book on copyright law and aesthetics at Oxford University Press
Expert witness and consultant on copyright infringement and sound-alikes

Conceived and implemented multiple academic courses on topics related to the music industry, copyright law, and visual culture
Independently managed complex research projects with quick results
Took smart risks with research and lecture topics that gained awards a recognition
Distilled complex ideas in concise and articulate forms to large audiences

Re-conceptualized critical approaches to copyright law and avant-garde music in publications
Provided novel approaches to contemporary copyright infringement cases
Promoted entertainment industry changes in classroom lectures and demonstrations
Curiosity driven research agenda that led to museum exhibitions (MoMA) and film screenings

LANGUAGES: Reading Proficiency in Spanish, French, German

HOBBIES: Backpacking, Trail Running, VW Bus Restoration

COMPUTER SKILLS: Microsoft Office, ProTools, Finale, Sibelius, Premiere Pro CC

SKILL SETS: Copyright Law, Licensing and Contracts, Project Management, Copyright Consultation