Welcome to Lateral Management and Media
Who We Are
Lateral Management & Media is owned and operated by James Woodward.
Lateral Management & Media is a full service management company based out of New York City, and is owned and operated by James Woodward. James graduated from Olivet College with his Bachelor's Degree and Columbia College Chicago with his Master's Degree. He interned with Universal Records in college which led to his entrance into Columbia College Chicago's Arts &, Entertainment Management Masters program. There, he studied Music Business and Theater Management. Woody then returned home to Michigan for one year before re-locating to NYC where he met DavidK, who he currently represents. After managing a diversified range of artists, running an independent record label, and working in theater management for the last 4 years, James proudly returns to the music industry to establish a full service management company.
Woodwards Resume
JAMES D. WOODWARD
Bakersfield, CA 93312. Mobile: 917.217.2516. Email: jameswoodward917@gmail.com
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CAREER OBJECTIVE
Seeking an Administrator Legal Contract Position with an organization that utilizes my skills in drafting contracts, negotiations contracts, development and overseeing day to day operations.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Innovative, strategic, self-motivated professional with extensive networking skills and rapport building in the Corporate Brand Space, Marketing, Technology, Music, and Film/TV. Proven ability to collaborate and work independently. Seeking an opportunity to showcase knowledge, skillsets in the creative industry.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Branding Specialist / A&R Scout / Talent Agent: Universal Attractions California Division 8/1/09 - Present
- Administrator and negotiate contracts for artists with brand partnerships, sync placements, film/TV, Broadway Theater, creative agencies, networks, lawyers and managers, and other forms of new wave media
- Partner and collaborate with several bands on campaigns for our clients
- Experienced working with legendary music, estates, and artists
- Manage relationships directly with talent, influencer agencies, and all third party partners
- Provided consultations with clients, production companies, producers, casting directors for various roles in TV, film, and theatrical productions
- Provided consolation and collaboration with producers to develop TV shows for our customer base
- Form strategic alliances with NFT companies, merchandise companies, literary agencies and endorsement companies to enhance opportunities for clients
- Secure SAG franchised agency license and founded film/TV/theater division
- Reserved venues and festivals for various artist of all musical genres. Additionally, contracted guest speakers for airings.
General Manager: Lateral Management, New York, NY / California 7/1/07 – Present
- Content creator, booking coordinator, producer for “Guy Jeans Podcast”
- Designed, implemented, and managed social media campaigns for “Kern River Fly Shop”
- Scouted and maintained sponsorship pool for the “Guy Jeans Podcast”
- Managed artists clearances and sample clearances to meet album deadlines
- Coordinate studio time, artwork, web design, photo shoots and assist in all areas of artist development
- Negotiate artist contracts and deals ranging from recording, licensing, touring and publicity
Licensing Representative, Music: Northstar Media New York, New York, NY 3/1/10-3/1/11
- Secured music placements across a variety of platforms including film, television, advertising, and all other new media
- Created strategy uniquely designed for each talent group
- Discovered and signed new talent
Managing Associate: The Cherry Lane Theatre, New York, NY 9/1/06 – 8/1/06
- Generated and negotiated contracts for two stages that included various productions
- Designed and balanced production budgets
- Served as the Company Manager for four equity Off-Broadway shows and three equity showcases
- Knowledge of box office settlements and wrap reports
Associate General Manager: Big League Theatricals, New York, NY 2/20/05 – 7/1/06
- Negotiated prices and organized plans for lodging, transportation and trucking reservations
- Responsible for company payroll and human resource policies
- Traveled with the theater company and provided support to company managers on tour
- Possess knowledge of QuickBooks and balancing company’s monthly AMEX reports and budgets ranging from $200,000 -
$500,000
Booking/Artist Coordinator: All Is One Entertainment New York, NY 4/1/04 – 8/1/06
- Scouted various genres of talent for artists’ showcases and secured venues to coordinate auditions for artists’ showcases
- Established relationships and recruited various music industry experts to judge artists’ showcases
- Assisted with seeking sponsors for company events and responsible for all methods of advertising
EDUCATION
Masters of Arts in Arts Entertainment and Media Management- Columbia College, Chicago Illinois, August 2002
Bachelors of Arts in Public Relations and Communications - Olivet College, Olivet Michigan, July 1999
Outdoor Filming & Editing Course - Columbus, Ohio, July 2020
ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND INTERESTS
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and QuickBooks programs
President - East Coast Chapter, Columbia College Alumni Association Network