MAKING CONNECTIONS
DELIVERING
RESULTS
BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS TO HELP THE GENERATION OF TOMORROW
It all began when my Dad said…
“GO POUND THE PAVEMENT, KID!”
It was New York City in the ‘80’s and, yes, my hair was big. I had just graduated college and was frightened and bewildered by those words.
I was bright, successful and street smart with a music business degree from the University of Miami, and I was completely intimidated.
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BUT HOW??
I’m Sherri Tantleff, and I am a professional CONNECTOR. I am an experienced, passionate, client-facing networker who fosters mutually beneficial relationships in the entertainment media industry.
Bringing people together to address issues regarding curriculum, employment and technology is my passion. I participate in industry conventions and events including AES, NAB, NAMM, GDC, Siggraph, the Grammy Awards and South by Southwest and volunteer as Director of the Society of Professional Audio Recording Services.
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As a kid, I studied musical theater but one day while lying on the floor trying to act like a piece of bacon frying during improve class it became blazingly apparent to me that I wanted more control over my destiny. I had a heart for music and a head for business, and I wanted to develop both.
After graduating college, I was working in an advertising agency when a new connection said…
“Hey aren’t you that girl who loves music?”
That led to landing my dream job with a NYC audio post-production facility, Sync Sound. We grew from two studios to 14, and I worked my way up from Receptionist to Vice President of Operations. I was there for 16 years. Have I mentioned I’m a LEO and extremely loyal? I loved it.
Unfortunately, my Mom got sick and after helping her battle leukemia (she's a survivor!) I decided life was short, and it was time for a change. Even though I loved my life, it was time to take a risk. I didn’t want to die having done one thing even if that one thing was really, really cool. I took a year off, traveled and got to live in two of my favorite beautiful places Waitsfield, Vermont and Taos, New Mexico.
"What was that amazing school I used to hire my engineers from?"…
After my year-long adventure came to a close, I reached out to Full Sail University, and here I am almost 14 years later and loving it.
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Full Circle…
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Now, I get to help people connect and succeed. I can tell people to go “Pound the Pavement” but I can show them HOW!
I am surrounded by creative and inspirational people every day who have limitless potential.
Technology helps us connect but we still need the head and the heart to know how and why!
For New Graduates - It can be intimidating!
For Busy Professionals- It takes time!
For Mentors ready to give back - they don’t’ know how!
For Employers- they still want to connect amidst thousands of keyword searches and resumes!
I am a trustworthy connector who is adaptable, positive and eager to help.
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Let’s explore how I can make connecting easier and beneficial for you!
Sherri Tantleff
407-310-9236
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I am a trustworthy connector who is adaptable, positive and always eager to help.
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SHERRI TANTLEFF
(407) 310-9236
www.linkedin.com/in/sherritantleff
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PROFILE
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Experienced, passionate, client-facing public relations professional who fosters mutually beneficial relationships in the entertainment media industry. A trustworthy connector who is adaptable, positive, and skilled in social media, event planning, branding, marketing, customer service and sales.
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
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FULL SAIL UNIVERSITY Winter Park, FL
Director of Alumni Relations May 2017-present
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Lead a newly created alumni team tasked with professionally and graciously representing Full Sail University’s alumni in all matters pertaining to their careers, connections, and professional community
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Create, fortify, and nurture global network of 69,000 graduates
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Create and support regional alumni chapters through event planning, social media, mentoring and
ambassador recruitment
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Deliver Full Sail University’s Career Development message via public speaking engagements
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Use tools including: Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint, Keynote, Basecamp, Dropbox, CRM
software, Google Docs, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, Google Analytics, MacBook
Pro, and IWork suite
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Multimedia production and content creation
FULL SAIL UNIVERSITY Winter Park, FL/Los Angeles, CA
Industry Outreach Manager/Industry Relations January 2003-April 2017
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Cultivate and maintain relationships with industry professionals, companies and organizations to enhance Full Sail University and its graduates’ presence in the entertainment media industry
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Generate employment opportunities for graduates through industry networking and research
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Attend industry trade shows, conferences and events
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Create strategic marketing partnerships and alliances
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Deliver Full Sail University Career Development message via public speaking engagements
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Plan and host VIP campus visits and events, including product demonstrations and educational panels
THE SOCIETY OF PROFESSIONAL AUDIO RECORDING SERVICES October 2007-Present
Secretary/Director (Elected Board Member)
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SPARS is a 30-year-old nonprofit association representing professionals in the Recording Industry;
the organization is dedicated to providing networking, mentoring, education and community for its members.
SUNNY SONGZ MUSIC TOGETHER Oviedo, FL
Center Owner/Director/Teacher April 2003-June 2010
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Launched and operated successful and profitable private business providing family music classes
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Responsible for enrollment, sales, marketing and financials
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Proficient in guitar, piano, percussion and vocals
SABBATICAL Vermont, New Mexico
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Planned time off to travel, explore and experience August 2001- December 2002
SYNC SOUND, INC./DIGITAL CINEMA New York, NY
Vice President of Operations December 1985-August 2001
Director of Operations/Studio Manager
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Responsible for the daily operations of Audio Post Production facility consisting of five mixing studios, five audio editing suites, transfer room and sound effects studio, with a staff of 35 full-time employees
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Responsible for the scheduling of all studios, equipment, transfers, setup and personnel
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Ensured exceptional client service
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Business Development/Sales- worked with potential and existing clients regarding upcoming projects and requirements
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Prepared and negotiated estimates/quotes
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Hired personnel and supervised staff
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Created sales and marketing tools, including advertisements, press releases, sales kits and studio premiums
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Public Relations duties included editing and submitted monthly articles to trade publications
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Developed and implemented studio policies and procedures
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Supervised production schedules for episodic television projects
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Reviewed all session work orders and documentation with Accounts Receivable to ensure complete client billing
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Front facing company representative at industry conferences and events
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Planned annual company events
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Assisted in researching and implementing computerized scheduling system ScheduALL
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Oversaw decor and general upkeep of physical plant
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Knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Keynote, Basecamp, Dropbox, CRM software
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
The Recording Academy, AES, ASCAP, Music Cares, Soundgirls.org
EDUCATION
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UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI Coral Gables, FL
Bachelor of Music/Music Business Degree
FULL SAIL UNIVERSITY Winter Park, FL
Master of Arts Degree/Public Relations
Valedictorian
INDUSTRY ORGANIZATIONS
I'm proud to support the following professional organizations!
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Winter Park, FL
Los Angeles, CA
407-310-9236
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