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Daryll Griggs
Music Director / Music Curator
Hong Kong
Summary
Music Director and entrepreneur with a proven track record at Faye and Volar, showcasing exceptional skills in music programming and collaborative leadership. Excelled in enhancing venue atmospheres and driving financial performance through innovative event management and strategic partnerships. Expert in budget planning and team building, consistently delivering projects that exceed artistic and financial expectations. Hardworking performance leader skilled at selecting and arranging musical genres for regular, holiday and special event performances. Adept at working with individual artists to optimize sound and abilities.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Director
Faye
Hong Kong
02.2017 - Current
- Keeping updated on social media trends that relate to music and artist.
- Developed and maintained relationships with artists, producers and other music professionals.
- Fostered a positive rehearsal environment, promoting open communication and constructive feedback among musicians.
- Spearheaded initiatives to secure financial support for major events.
- Managed budgets effectively, allocating resources to support various music department needs.
- Secured guest artist appearances at live events by maintaining strong connections within the industry network.
- Oversaw auditions, recruiting talented musicians to expand the ensembles capabilities.
- Maintained and organized music playlists throughout various areas of the venue across all hours of operations.
- Collaborated with DJs and musicians for seamless coordination and optimal execution of live events.
Music Director
Volar
Hong Kong
03.2015 - 05.2017
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of music trends and popular genres to stay ahead of market demand.
- Developed and maintained relationships with artists, producers and other music professionals.
- Promoted upcoming events through social media campaigns, thereby increasing audience turnout at events.
- Enhanced venue identity by selecting diverse and engaging music genres that fitted with the ever-changing clientele and venue concept .
- Customized DJ/Sound equipment configurations based on individual events and artist requirements and space restrictions.
Bar Owner / Operator
Barcadia
London
09.2012 - 12.2015
- Ensured consistent financial performance by closely monitoring revenues, expenses, and budget allocations.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular feedback and coaching sessions that fostered a culture of continuous improvement.
- Organized successful events such as live music performances, trivia nights, or themed parties to drive foot traffic during off-peak hours.
- Collaborated with local businesses to create co-promotional opportunities that increased visibility for both parties within the community.
- Ensured legal compliance with local liquor licensing laws and regulations in order to maintain business operations without interruption.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing concerns promptly and professionally, resulting in repeat business and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
- Managed staff scheduling, ensuring optimal coverage during peak hours while minimizing labor costs.
- Enhanced bar atmosphere with well-chosen music, lighting, and decor to create a welcoming environment for patrons.
- Established strong relationships with law enforcement agencies to proactively address potential issues related to patron safety or alcohol-related incidents.
- Implemented employee training programs focused on product knowledge, sales techniques, and customer service skills to improve overall team performance.
Restaurant Owner / Operator
Pocha Korean Restaurant Bar
03.2008 - 10.2015
- Managed financial aspects of the business including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
- Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
Education
Skills
Music Programming
Artistic vision
Collaborative Leadership
Arranging music
Budget Planning
Time Management
Music editing
Excellent Communication
Attention to Detail
Team building
Accomplishments
My collbrative project "Six Keyz" which creatively fused art, skateboarding, and music, attracted significant attention and was eventually featured on National Geographic T.V Channel as a regular infomercial. Initially, I collaborated with local artists and musicians to produce a series of events and videos showcasing skateboard culture through a vibrant, artistic lens. By integrating diverse elements like live music sessions and street art into skateboarding events, we highlighted the cultural depth and community spirit within the scene.
Our project gained traction online and caught the eye of a National Geographic producer who saw the unique cultural blend we were promoting. They appreciated our innovative approach to storytelling and our ability to capture the essence of urban life and youth culture. After initial discussions and sharing more content, National Geographic decided to feature our project, helping us reach a wider audience and celebrate the dynamic fusion of art, skateboarding, and music.
Software
Languages
Korean, cantonese, English
Native language
Korean
Upper intermediate
B2
English
Proficient
C2
Interests
Music Production / DJ
Health and working out
Skateboarding
Art & Fashion
Timeline
Music Director
Faye
02.2017 - Current
Music Director
Volar
03.2015 - 05.2017
Bar Owner / Operator
Barcadia
09.2012 - 12.2015
Restaurant Owner / Operator
Pocha Korean Restaurant Bar
03.2008 - 10.2015
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