I am a music industry professional with experience in artist development, podcast hosting and interviewing, content strategy, customer service personnel and live event coordination. I have a strong understanding of streaming platforms including Spotify and Apple Music, digital promotion, audience growth, and brand partnerships. I am passionate about connecting artists with audiences through strategic campaigns and creative storytelling.

Chukwuma Mgbakop

I am a music industry professional with experience in artist development, podcast hosting and interviewing, content strategy, customer service personnel and live event coordination. I have a strong understanding of streaming platforms including Spotify and Apple Music, digital promotion, audience growth, and brand partnerships. I am passionate about connecting artists with audiences through strategic campaigns and creative storytelling.

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I am a music industry professional with experience in artist development, podcast hosting and interviewing, content strategy, customer service personnel and live event coordination. I have a strong understanding of streaming platforms including Spotify and Apple Music, digital promotion, audience growth, and brand partnerships. I am passionate about connecting artists with audiences through strategic campaigns and creative storytelling.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Live Event Intern at Kenga Agency
March 1, 2024 - April 30, 2025
Supported production team during concerts and showcases. Coordinated artist hospitality and backstage logistics. Assisted with venue partnerships and sponsorship activations.
Customer Support Personnel at Kingsprime Ltd
February 1, 2024 - April 30, 2025
Assisted customers with inquiries, complaints, and product information. Resolved issues promptly, maintaining a positive customer experience. Documented interactions and provided feedback for process improvement.
Magazine Columnist at Blessings Magazine / Spotlight Magazine / Kapone Empire Magazine
June 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Wrote engaging, research-based opinion and feature columns. Maintained consistent editorial quality aligned with publication style. Adapted content based on reader feedback and current trends.
On-air Personality at Kapone Empire Radio
June 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Hosted live and recorded shows, integrating music, interviews, and topical discussions. Engaged audiences via call-ins, social media, and events. Operated broadcasting equipment and coordinated with production team.
Manager / A&R Executive at Kapo Empire Records – Africa
August 1, 2016 - July 1, 2025
Discovered and developed new talent, managed artist growth and public image; oversaw recording sessions and negotiated contracts; built and maintained strong industry relationships; assisted with tour logistics and show booking coordination; helped negotiate performance agreements and appearance contracts; organized release timelines and promotional assets; maintained communication between artists, producers, and distribution partners such as TuneCore and DistroKid; launched digital release campaigns for indie artists across Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube; increased monthly listenership via targeted playlist pitching and influencer partnerships; coordinated press outreach and secured blog placements and interviews.
Customer Support Personnel at Kingzprime Ltd
February 1, 2024 - April 1, 2025
Handled inquiries, complaints, and product information; resolved issues promptly to maintain a positive customer experience; documented interactions and provided feedback for process improvements; collaborated with cross-functional teams to support delivery and sponsorship activation.
Manager / A&R Executive at Kapone Empire Records – Africa
August 1, 2016 - July 1, 2025
Discovered and developed new talent, managing artist growth and public image. Oversaw recorded sessions and negotiated contracts. Built and maintained strong industry relationships. Assisted with tour logistics and show bookings coordination. Helped negotiate performance agreements and appearance contracts. Organized release timelines and promotional assets. Maintained communication between artists, producers, and distribution partners such as TuneCore and DistroKid. Led digital release campaigns across Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube. Increased monthly listeners by 40% through targeted playlist pitching and influencer partnerships. Coordinated press outreach and secured blog placements and interviews.
Customer Support Personnel at Kingz Prime Ltd
February 1, 2024 - April 1, 2025
Assisted customers with inquiries, complaints, and product information. Resolved issues promptly, maintaining a positive customer experience. Documented interactions and provided feedback for process improvement.
Magazine Columnist at Blessings Magazine, Spotlight Magazine, Kap on Empire Magazine – USA / Africa (Part-time)
June 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Wrote engaging, research-based opinion and feature columns. Maintained consistent editorial quality aligned with publication styles. Adapted content based on reader feedback and current trends.
Host at Kap on Empire Radio, Power Ace Radio – United Kingdom, Africa (Part-time)
June 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Hosted live and recorded shows, integrating music, interviews, and topical discussions. Engaged audiences via call-ins, social media, and events. Operated broadcasting equipment and coordinated with production team.
Magazine Columnist at Blessings Magazine / Spotlight Magazine / Kapone Empire Magazine (USA / Africa)
June 1, 2021 - June 1, 2025
Wrote engaging, research-based opinion and feature columns; maintained consistent editorial quality aligned with publication style; adapted content based on reader feedback and current trends.
On-air Personality at Kapone Empire Radio, Power Ace Radio (UK / Africa)
June 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Hosted live and recorded shows, integrated music, interviews, and topical discussions; engaged audiences via call-ins, social media, and events; operated broadcasting equipment and coordinated with production team.

Education

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Qualifications

BSc, Public Administration
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2012
West African Senior Secondary School Certificate
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2005
BSc, Public Administration
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2012
West African Senior Secondary School Certificate
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2005
BSc, Public Administration
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2012
West African Senior Secondary School Certificate
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2005
BSc in Public Administration
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2012
West African Senior Secondary School Certificate
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2005

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services