Sam Butler

• Drive festival awareness and ticket sales through direct outreach, word-of-mouth marketing, and curated social media content targeting the college demographic.
• Leverage my platform as a local DJ to organically engage the Tucson music scene and expand the festival’s reach among college audiences.
• Act as a local ambassador for Relentless Beats, helping to grow the EDM scene in Tucson through promotion strategies.

• Perform weekly sets at top University of Arizona nightlife venues including Gentle Ben’s, Agave House, No Anchovies, and Playground.
• Opened for touring artists such as Notion, D.O.D., and Laszewo through partnerships with local promoter Sboy Vision.
• Promote events through social media and campus outreach, consistently drawing strong crowds and increasing brand visibility.
• Coordinate directly with venue staff and promoters for bookings, set management, and live event logistics.

• Led outreach and account setup for Live Scan fingerprinting services, securing partnerships with local schools, churches, and healthcare providers.
• Resolved billing and account issues with UPS Corporate, including fee disputes and system access, improving operational efficiency.
• Created marketing materials and tracked outreach efforts in a custom-built CRM-style spreadsheet to support growth across three store locations.
• Contributed to store operations during peak season, gaining hands-on experience in customer service, shipping logistics, and business management.

• Worked full-time during summer and winter breaks while attending college (May-Aug, Dec)
• Co-managed store operations including opening and closing duties
• Delivered exceptional customer service and assisted with high-value shipments and secure transactions
• Trained new employees and supported team productivity during busy periods

• Developed customized lesson plans aligned with student goals and learning styles.
• Managed scheduling and client relationships to enhance overall program efficiency.
• Fostered mentorship and communication skills through one-on-one sessions.
• Evaluated student performance during lessons in order to track progress over time.
• Motivated students throughout their learning journey by providing positive reinforcement.

Aelfric Eden - Social Media & Brand Partnerships June 2020 – July 2021

• Grew a substantial social media following as a guitarist, producing content that attracted thousands of viewers and engaged a broad audience
• Secured brand sponsorships through independent outreach and professional collaboration with music gear companies
• Gained hands-on experience in brand management, creative direction, and maintaining communication with third-party marketing teams
• Developed proficiency in digital design tools, social media strategy, and self-driven marketing campaigns