Audio production specialist with 10+ years of experience across in-studio recording, mixing, and mastering, with strong session management and vocal recording expertise. Produces music for Hip Hop, Afrohouse, Amapiano, and Deep House, delivering major-label quality results and supporting artists through end-to-end production and branding. Also serves as an executive producer and social media specialist, running an independent record label and managing multi-artist digital growth. Experienced in voice-over recording for commercial video advertisements, plus digital marketing and website/SEO work to drive audience growth and conversions.

JR Am Ramamurthy

Audio production specialist with 10+ years of experience across in-studio recording, mixing, and mastering, with strong session management and vocal recording expertise. Produces music for Hip Hop, Afrohouse, Amapiano, and Deep House, delivering major-label quality results and supporting artists through end-to-end production and branding. Also serves as an executive producer and social media specialist, running an independent record label and managing multi-artist digital growth. Experienced in voice-over recording for commercial video advertisements, plus digital marketing and website/SEO work to drive audience growth and conversions.

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Audio production specialist with 10+ years of experience across in-studio recording, mixing, and mastering, with strong session management and vocal recording expertise. Produces music for Hip Hop, Afrohouse, Amapiano, and Deep House, delivering major-label quality results and supporting artists through end-to-end production and branding.

Also serves as an executive producer and social media specialist, running an independent record label and managing multi-artist digital growth. Experienced in voice-over recording for commercial video advertisements, plus digital marketing and website/SEO work to drive audience growth and conversions.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Executive Assistant at Compass, Johannesburg
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Provided high-level administrative support to executive leadership, including calendar and email management using Microsoft Outlook and Google Workspace. Coordinated recruitment activities by drafting job posts, screening CVs, scheduling interviews, and communicating with candidates, supporting HR hiring workflows. Assisted with onboarding by preparing new hire documentation and organizing virtual and in-person orientation sessions, ensuring compliance with South African labour laws. Executed project management tasks such as timelines, deliverables, and cross-department communication to ensure smooth delivery, acting as a client liaison and following up to ensure satisfaction and strong professional relationships.
Executive Assistant at Compass, Johannesburg, South Africa
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Provided high-level administrative support to executive leadership, including calendar and email management via efficient scheduling, inbox organization, and professional communication using Microsoft Outlook and Google Workspace. Coordinated recruitment efforts by drafting job postings, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and communicating with candidates to streamline hiring for the HR team. Supported onboarding by preparing new-hire documentation, organizing virtual and in-person orientation sessions, and ensuring compliance with South African labour laws. Executed project management tasks including timeline coordination, deliverables tracking, and cross-departmental communication to support smooth delivery. Acted as a client liaison, resolving concerns, maintaining effective communication, and following up to ensure client satisfaction and strong professional relationships.
Founder & Music Producer at Eastesthetic Studios
January 1, 2020 - Present
Founded Eastesthetic Studios; released original music across major streaming platforms; developed artist brands and drove audience growth; produced records for Ricky Tyler (major label deal with Def Jam) and collaborated with Mooncolour on voice-over direction, recording, mixing, and mastering for video adverts.
Executive Assistant at Compass
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Provided high-level administrative support to executive leadership, including calendar and email management, inbox organization, efficient scheduling, and professional communication using Microsoft Outlook and Google Workspace. Coordinated recruitment and onboarding, including new hire documentation and orientation, ensuring SA labour law compliance. Executed project management tasks and cross-departmental communication to ensure smooth delivery. Served as a client liaison to resolve concerns and maintain strong relationships.
Founder at Eastethic Studios
January 1, 2020 - Present
Founded an independent record label and studio, releasing original music across major streaming platforms, developing artist brands, and delivering in-house production solutions for artists in the South African music industry. Collaborated with Mooncolour to direct, record, mix, and master voice-overs for video ads; led digital marketing strategies to grow audiences.
Bespoke; Website Designer & Layout Manager; Digital Marketing Manager; Local Directory Admin & SEO Specialist at Bespoke Ladi
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Designed and developed fully functional e-commerce store from the ground up, including original product photography and custom graphics. Wrote optimized, keyword-rich product descriptions aligned to SEO best practices. Created a unique brand logo and managed site layout, user experience, and ongoing updates. Built and executed content strategies to engage audiences and drive conversions, focusing on product benefits and customer pain points. Managed local online directories and implemented on-page and off-page SEO strategies, setting realistic SEO and PPC goals based on performance metrics, monitoring KPIs and analytics, and maintaining a consistent digital presence across search engines and social media.
Website Designer & Layout Manager / Digital Marketing Manager / Local Directory Admin & SEO Specialist at Bespoke Lad
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Designed and developed fully functional e-commerce website from the ground up. Created original product photography and custom graphics, wrote optimized keyword-rich product descriptions aligned with current SEO best practices, and designed a unique brand logo. Managed website layout, user experience, and ongoing updates. Managed local online directories and implemented on-page and off-page SEO strategies, maintaining a strong search and social media presence by monitoring analytics and updating content.
PPC / Social Media Manager at Bespoke Lad
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Managed website and marketing responsibilities including PPC and social media performance. Developed and executed digital marketing content strategies to engage audiences and drive conversions through value-driven, consistent content. Highlighted product benefits and addressed customer pain points to boost sales and improve online presence and reach across search engines and social platforms. Set realistic SEO and PPC campaign goals based on performance metrics, kept website content fresh and relevant, monitored KPIs and analytics, and maintained an active digital footprint.
Administrator & Creative Asset at Educa te Empower Learn-Pablo Lundahl
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Supported daily operations of the organisation/music content creator role, handling administrative duties and contributing to ongoing music-related content creation and coordination.
Administrator & Creative Asset at Educa­te Empower Learn-Pablo Lundal
January 1, 2017 - December 1, 2017
Provided administration for daily operations and supported music content creation. DJ and creator support role within the organisation, assisting with ongoing day-to-day content production and operations.
Admin & Creative Asset at Educate Empower Learn
January 1, 2017 - December 1, 2017
Administration of daily operations and the music content creator.
DJ, Music Production & Songwriting (artist)
January 1, 2015 - Present
Develops influential music brands in South Africa focused on creating in-house production solutions for artists (Daze Culture, Krazyboy, and Bhavs). Produces for Shelton Forbez and produces for Ricky Tyler, supporting artist development connected to a major label distribution deal with Def Jam. Performs as a DJ/artist/producer with over 10 years of experience, using industry-standard tools such as FL Studio, Cubase, Ableton, Reason, and Rekordbox to deliver international-quality productions and high-energy performances.
Executive Producer & Social Media Specialist; Founder at Easthesthic Studios
January 1, 2015 - Present
Founded and runs Easthesthic Studios’ independent record label, releasing original music across major streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube). Developed and managed multiple influential artist brands, providing in-house music production solutions for Daze Culture, Krazyboy, and Bhavs. Produced records for Shelton Forbez and Ricky Tyler, contributing to Ricky Tyler’s subsequent Def Jam Records and Universal Music Group deal. Collaborated with Mooncolour to direct, record, mix, and master professional voice-overs for video advertisements. Managed social media growth strategies across multiple artists, improving YouTube and Instagram SEO, increasing audience reach, and building targeted content that converts casual listeners into returning fans ahead of new releases.
DJ, Music Production & Songwriting
January 1, 2015 - Present
Developed several influential music brands in the South African music industry, focused on creating in-house music production solutions for artists (Daze Culture, Krazyboy, Bhavs). Over 10 years of music production experience producing for Shelton Forbes and Ricky Tyler; contributed to a distribution deal and artist development process that led to major label interest. As a JRAM artist/producer/DJ, creates original music and performs dynamic sets at events. Uses industry-standard tools such as FL Studio, Cubase, Ableton, Reason, and Rekordbox to deliver internationally-quailty productions and high-energy performances. Founded the record label Easthic Studios to release music on major streaming platforms.
Executive Producer & Social Media Specialist at Easthic Studios
January 1, 2015 - Present
Founded Easthic Studios' independent record label, releasing original music across major streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube). Developed and managed multiple influential artist brands in the South African music industry, delivering in-house music production solutions for Daze Culture, Krazyboy, and Bhavs. Produced records for artists including Shelton Forbes and Ricky Tyler, with a subsequent Def Jam Records and Universal Music Group distribution/signing outcome. Collaborated with Mooncolour to direct, record, mix, and master professional voice-overs for video advertisements. Managed social media growth strategies for multiple artists, improving YouTube/Instagram SEO and audience reach through targeted content strategies and audience conversion ahead of new releases.
DJ, Music Production & Songwriting at Eastesthetic Studios
January 1, 2015 - Present
Developed several influential music brands in the South African music industry; created in-house production solutions for artists; produced records for Ricky Tyler and Shelton Forbes; collaborated on in-house music production for major releases.
DJ, Music Production & Songwriting at Self-employed / Eastethic Studios
January 1, 2015 - Present
Developed and produced in-house music for several influential South African brands, focusing on creating records for artists including Daze Culture, Krazyboy, Bhavs; produced records for Shelton Forbes; Ricky Tyler, leading to major-label distribution deals; performed as a DJ and contributed to songwriting.

Education

Administrative Assistant / Music Content Creator (certificate) at Educate Empower Learn - Pablo Lundal
January 1, 2017 - December 1, 2017

Qualifications

Google Digital Marketing Certificate
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026
Google Digital Marketing Certificate
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2026
Google Digital Marketing Certificate
January 1, 2019 - July 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other, Education