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Hi, I’m Ritvik Subhashray Chakradhar, a music business professional based in New York with an MA in Music Business from NYU. I drive artist development, distribution strategy, and data‑driven marketing across genres, working across A&R, label operations, and live events to help artists and brands navigate today’s music landscape. I’ve built a network of 1,000+ collaborators and distributed releases to 300+ streaming platforms, negotiating deals and leading campaigns for clients including Brasstracks, Janis Ian, and Chet Faker. My work has been recognized by editors across platforms, and I enjoy translating creative ideas into practical, revenue‑oriented strategies. Beyond day‑to‑day work, I mentor through guest lectures at NYU and Christ University, run Nightro as a DJ/producer, and lead entrepreneurial projects like Retrospect Music. I’m passionate about data analytics, digital marketing, and creating opportunities for artists to thrive in a rapidly evolving industry.…Hi, I’m Ritvik Subhashray Chakradhar, a music business professional based in New York with an MA in Music Business from NYU. I drive artist development, distribution strategy, and data‑driven marketing across genres, working across A&R, label operations, and live events to help artists and brands navigate today’s music landscape. I’ve built a network of 1,000+ collaborators and distributed releases to 300+ streaming platforms, negotiating deals and leading campaigns for clients including Brasstracks, Janis Ian, and Chet Faker. My work has been recognized by editors across platforms, and I enjoy translating creative ideas into practical, revenue‑oriented strategies. Beyond day‑to‑day work, I mentor through guest lectures at NYU and Christ University, run Nightro as a DJ/producer, and lead entrepreneurial projects like Retrospect Music. I’m passionate about data analytics, digital marketing, and creating opportunities for artists to thrive in a rapidly evolving industry.

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Hi, I’m Ritvik Subhashray Chakradhar, a music business professional based in New York with an MA in Music Business from NYU. I drive artist development, distribution strategy, and data‑driven marketing across genres, working across A&R, label operations, and live events to help artists and brands navigate today’s music landscape. I’ve built a network of 1,000+ collaborators and distributed releases to 300+ streaming platforms, negotiating deals and leading campaigns for clients including Brasstracks, Janis Ian, and Chet Faker. My work has been recognized by editors across platforms, and I enjoy translating creative ideas into practical, revenue‑oriented strategies. Beyond day‑to‑day work, I mentor through guest lectures at NYU and Christ University, run Nightro as a DJ/producer, and lead entrepreneurial projects like Retrospect Music. I’m passionate about data analytics, digital marketing, and creating opportunities for artists to thrive in a rapidly evolving industry.…Hi, I’m Ritvik Subhashray Chakradhar, a music business professional based in New York with an MA in Music Business from NYU. I drive artist development, distribution strategy, and data‑driven marketing across genres, working across A&R, label operations, and live events to help artists and brands navigate today’s music landscape. I’ve built a network of 1,000+ collaborators and distributed releases to 300+ streaming platforms, negotiating deals and leading campaigns for clients including Brasstracks, Janis Ian, and Chet Faker. My work has been recognized by editors across platforms, and I enjoy translating creative ideas into practical, revenue‑oriented strategies. Beyond day‑to‑day work, I mentor through guest lectures at NYU and Christ University, run Nightro as a DJ/producer, and lead entrepreneurial projects like Retrospect Music. I’m passionate about data analytics, digital marketing, and creating opportunities for artists to thrive in a rapidly evolving industry.

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Hi, I’m Ritvik Subhashray Chakradhar, a music business professional based in New York with an MA in Music Business from NYU. I drive artist development, distribution strategy, and data‑driven marketing across genres, working across A&R, label operations, and live events to help artists and brands navigate today’s music landscape. I’ve built a network of 1,000+ collaborators and distributed releases to 300+ streaming platforms, negotiating deals and leading campaigns for clients including Brasstracks, Janis Ian, and Chet Faker. My work has been recognized by editors across platforms, and I enjoy translating creative ideas into practical, revenue‑oriented strategies.

Beyond day‑to‑day work, I mentor through guest lectures at NYU and Christ University, run Nightro as a DJ/producer, and lead entrepreneurial projects like Retrospect Music. I’m passionate about data analytics, digital marketing, and creating opportunities for artists to thrive in a rapidly evolving industry.

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Work Experience

Client Manager at Symphonic Distribution

April 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024

Managed relationships with prospective and existing clients across diverse genres; advised on distribution strategy, advertising, marketing, and promotion; led key signings and priority release development using HubSpot; served as primary contact for a key client segment; utilized Zendesk, Airtable, Mode, and Monday to ensure high-quality customer service; maintained an average response time under 4 hours; notable clients included Brasstracks, Janis Ian, Chet Faker, Ni/Co, Cameron Philip, and Sydney Palmieri.

DJ, Producer, Artist Manager at Nightro

August 1, 2014 - November 27, 2025

Distribute releases to 300+ streaming platforms via Symphonic Distribution and manage royalties; build and maintain a network of 1,000+ producers, singers & songwriters; review contracts for distribution, publishing & licensing; signed releases with 300 Entertainment/Atlantic Records, TGR Music Group, One Seven Music/disco:wax, KnightVision, Hardwell’s Revealed Recordings and Tribal Trap; music supported live and on-air by Martin Garrix, Hardwell, R3HAB, Steve Aoki & more; featured on Spotify editorials; sync placements including Netflix Selling Sunset and FOX Paradise Hotel.

Marketing Manager at Musonomics Podcast

May 1, 2022 - May 1, 2022

Managed and promoted all Musonomics social media on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter; used Hootsuite to schedule posts and increase listenership by 50%; led creative direction for cover arts and social campaigns for four podcast episodes featuring industry leaders.

Artist Management Intern at Park Avenue Artists

August 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021

Assisted Co-Founders in day‑to‑day operations; packaged and distributed YEBBA’s vinyl Evergreen; coordinated with RCA Records to prepare videos for YEBBA singles; helped establish PAA’s relationships with Pinterest, Gov Ball, NYC venues, and health professionals affiliated with the music industry.

Assistant Label Manager at Tipsy Records

July 1, 2021 - July 1, 2021

Spearheaded A&R and artist relations to facilitate inflow of creative works; collected metadata and distributed releases to 300+ stores & DSPs; supported label administration and operations; expedited editorial pitches to DSPs via Symphonic Distribution; optimized Tipsy and partner label Sovereign Records’ social media; recruited and supervised interns to revitalize marketing strategies.

A&R at Magic Music

December 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021

Reviewed over 1000 demos for uploads to a YouTube channel with 4,000,000+ subscribers; signed artists from five countries in the dance music space; prepared release assets and metadata; designed and executed YouTube & Spotify release campaigns.

Center Manager at Trill Route Music Academy

January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020

Formulated sales pitches to 200+ contacts weekly; tracked sales via Excel; managed social media handles and external websites; administered costume design and ticketing for a sold-out student concert with 400 attendees.

Founder & CEO at Retrospect Music

March 1, 2017 - March 1, 2017

Released 51 singles by signing artists from 20+ countries within one year; launched artist careers; uploaded and distributed releases to 300+ streaming platforms; created marketing drivers for streaming platform pitches; built and managed a three-person team for artwork, release videos, and playlist monitoring.