Andrew Hartley
Welcome to my portfolio! I am currently a senior at James Madison University studying Communication Studies with a concentration in Organizational Communication and a minor in Music Industry.
About Me
I am a senior at James Madison University, studying Communication Studies with a concentration on Organizational Communication and a minor in Music Industry. My interests lie in understanding how to navigate the dynamic nature of the music industry through effective communication that leads to stronger collaborations between creatives.
In the summer of 2024, I completed two internships focused within the music industry, where each strengthened my knowledge in different sectors, one in publishing and one in audio engineering.
These two opportunities have given me a stronger understanding with a mix of technical skills and communication skills.
Education
2022-2025
Bachelors of Arts in Communication Studies
​James Madison University
Relevant Coursework:
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Pro Tools: Multitrack Recording: Organized recording sessions, including technical setup, applying various miking techniques, and audio editing within Pro Tools.
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Music Publishing: Studied the process behind royalty calculations, copyright, licensing, rights, and contracts.
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Legal Aspects of the Music Industry: Studied the deals, agreements, merchandising, and record companies in the music industry.
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Qualitative Research Methods: Completed a semester long project utilizing qualitative research methods, such as focus groups and interviews under IRB restrictions.
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Presentational Speaking
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Communication and Conflict
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Intermediate Spanish II
2021-2022
Northern Virginia Community College
Relevant Coursework
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Music Theory: Studied the foundations behind music theory including notation, voice leading, harmony, and rhythm while developing skills in ear training and compositional techniques.
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Applied Strings: Practiced and performed guitar, building upon theoretical knowledge on chord progressions, improvisation, and phrasing.