I am an innovative A&R professional with hands-on experience in artist scouting, music production, and strategic partnerships. I thrive on tracking industry trends, analyzing streaming data, and using critical listening to identify emerging talent that fits a label’s creative vision. I am currently completing a BS in Music Industry at Drexel University (expected June 2025), combining studio craft with business acumen to drive impactful artist development. I excel at coordinating producers and songwriters to align artists’ creative visions with label goals.

Shulin Rudra

I am an innovative A&R professional with hands-on experience in artist scouting, music production, and strategic partnerships. I thrive on tracking industry trends, analyzing streaming data, and using critical listening to identify emerging talent that fits a label’s creative vision. I am currently completing a BS in Music Industry at Drexel University (expected June 2025), combining studio craft with business acumen to drive impactful artist development. I excel at coordinating producers and songwriters to align artists’ creative visions with label goals.

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I am an innovative A&R professional with hands-on experience in artist scouting, music production, and strategic partnerships. I thrive on tracking industry trends, analyzing streaming data, and using critical listening to identify emerging talent that fits a label’s creative vision.

I am currently completing a BS in Music Industry at Drexel University (expected June 2025), combining studio craft with business acumen to drive impactful artist development. I excel at coordinating producers and songwriters to align artists’ creative visions with label goals.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Music Producer
June 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025
Collaborated with artists globally, including Zevia (Columbia Records), August Alsina (EMPIRE), and Yakiyn (Top Dawg). Built a multi-platform brand, monetized a YouTube channel, and implemented growth strategies that generated a five-figure revenue stream. Produced and composed songs resulting in over 60 million streams; three tracks were selected for official Spotify-curated playlists (New Music Friday, Teen Beats, Broken Heart); achieved sync placement on VH1's Surreal Life.
Music Producer, Summer Intern at ZEEK (Desi Trill, JV of Universal & Roc Nation)
September 1, 2023 - October 14, 2025
Assisted production for major label artists in Indian & American music industries including Armaan Malik (Warner Music India) & Natania (Roc Nation). Composed and co-produced tracks for sync licensing by films, TV shows, and music libraries.
A&R Intern at ARTIST PARTNER GROUP
September 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025
Sourced and connected 30+ songwriters and producers with label artists for studio sessions and writing camps, fostering collaborations that elevated artistic development and production quality. Pitched artists weekly to VP of A&R, conducting due diligence by liaising with artists and reps, analyzing data, and evaluating unreleased music. Transcribed and formatted 60+ song lyrics for distribution platform submission.
A&R Scout at ARTIST PARTNER GROUP
October 1, 2024 - Present
Identified and worked with over 40 producers to acquire custom beat packs for APG artists, including BabyChiefDoIt, 408 Darwin, and Jontae, matching their needs and artistic vision. Analyzed artist data and industry trends using MRC Music Connect and Chartmetric; generated weekly list of 15-20 artists for potential signing. Engaged with more than 70 artists and their management across Pop, R&B, Rap, Folk, and EDM to evaluate potential label partnerships and strategic opportunities.
A&R Scout at Artist Partner Group
October 1, 2024 - Present
Identified and collaborated with over 40 producers to acquire custom beat packs for APG artists, including BabyChiefDoIt, 408 Darwin, and Jontae, aligning production with artists’ visions. Analyzed artist data and industry trends to curate weekly lists of 15-20 potential signees. Engaged with 70+ artists and their management across Pop, R&B, Rap, Folk, and EDM to explore label partnerships and strategic opportunities.
A&R Intern at Artist Partner Group
September 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025
Sourced and connected 30+ songwriters and producers with label artists for studio sessions and writing camps. Pitched 2 artists weekly to the VP of A&R, performing due diligence by liaising with artists and reps, analyzing data, and evaluating unreleased music. Transcribed and formatted 60+ song lyrics for distribution platform submission.
Music Producer at FugaziBeats (Freelance / Independent)
June 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025
Collaborated with artists globally, including Zevia (Columbia Records), August Alsina (EMPIRE), and Yakiyn (Top Dawg). Built a multi‑platform brand and monetized a YouTube channel, generating a five‑figure revenue stream. Produced and composed tracks resulting in over 60 million streams; three songs selected for official Spotify playlists and sync placement on VH1’s Surreal Life.
Music Producer, Songwriter Summer Intern at ZEEK (Desi Trill, JV of Universal & Roc Nation)
September 1, 2023 - October 14, 2025
Assisted production for major label artists in Indian & American music industries, including Armaan Malik (Warner Music India) and Natania (Roc Nation). Composed and co‑produced tracks for film, TV, and music libraries for sync licensing.
A&R Scout at Artist Partner Group
October 1, 2024 - Present
Identified and collaborated with 40+ producers to secure custom beat packs for APG artists (including BabyChiefDoIt, 408 Darwin, and Jontae); analyzed artist data and industry trends using MRC Music Connect and Chartmetric, generating a weekly list of 15-20 potential signings; engaged with 70+ artists and management across Pop, R&B, Rap, Folk, and EDM to evaluate label partnerships and strategic opportunities.
A&R Intern at Artist Partner Group
September 30, 2024 - October 22, 2025
Sourced and connected 30+ songwriters and producers with label artists for studio sessions and writing camps; pitched 2 artists weekly to VP of A&R, conducting due diligence by liaising with artists and reps, analyzing data, and evaluating unreleased music; transcribed and formatted 60+ song lyrics for distribution platform submissions.
Music Producer at Independent / Zeek collaborations
June 30, 2024 - October 22, 2025
Collaborated with artists globally, including Zevia (Columbia Records), August Alsina (EMPIRE), and Yakiyn (Top Dawg); built a multi-platform brand and monetized YouTube channel, generating a five-figure revenue stream; produced and composed tracks with 60M+ streams; three songs featured on Spotify playlists (New Music Friday, Teen Beats, Broken Heart); sync placement on VH1’s Surreal Life.
Music Producer, Songwriter (Summer Intern) at ZEEK (Desi Trill, JV of Universal & Roc Nation)
September 30, 2023 - October 22, 2025
Assisted production for major label artists in Indian & American music industries including Armaan Malik (Warner Music India) and Natania (Roc Nation); composed and co-produced tracks for sync licensing by films, TV shows, and music libraries.
A&R Scout at Artist Partner Group
October 1, 2024 - Present
Led scouting and partnerships: identified 40+ producers for APG, matched to artists, and developed beat packs; analyzed artist data and industry trends using MRC Music Connect and Chartmetric to generate weekly lists of 15-20 potential signing artists; engaged with 70+ artists and management across Pop, R&B, Rap, Folk, and EDM to evaluate partnerships and opportunities.
A&R Intern at Artist Partner Group
September 1, 2024 - October 22, 2025
Sourced and connected 30+ songwriters and producers with label artists for studio sessions and writing camps; pitched 2 artists weekly to VP of A&R; transcribed and formatted 60+ lyrics for distribution submissions.
Music Producer at Self-Employed / Fugazibeats (YouTube channel)
June 1, 2024 - October 22, 2025
Collaborated with artists globally; produced and composed songs resulting in over 60 million streams; built a multi-platform brand, monetized YouTube channel, and achieved five-figure revenue; tracks placed on official Spotify playlists and had sync placement on VH1 Surreal Life.
Music Producer, Songwriter Summer Intern at ZEEK (Desi Trill, JV of Universal & Roc Nation)
August 31, 2023 - October 21, 2025
Assisted production for major label artists in Indian and American music industries including Armaan Malik (Warner Music India) and Natania (Roc Nation); composed and co-produced tracks for film/TV sync licensing.

Education

BS in Music Industry at Drexel University
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2025
BS at Drexel University
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2025
BS, Music Industry at Drexel University
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2025
BS, Music Industry at Drexel University
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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