I am passionate about marketing and the consumer experience. During my time at school, I worked in teams to create data driven marketing strategies and execute projects for real companies based on this data and consumer knowledge. I’ve balanced creative collaboration as a lead singer and marketing/financial manager for an indie-rock band, managed finances and marketing across social platforms like Instagram, TikTok, Spotify and Bandcamp, and collaborated with my bandmates to write cohesive music while performing for crowds of 30 to 1,000+ at venues across Oregon and San Francisco.

Elise Benton

I am passionate about marketing and the consumer experience. During my time at school, I worked in teams to create data driven marketing strategies and execute projects for real companies based on this data and consumer knowledge. I’ve balanced creative collaboration as a lead singer and marketing/financial manager for an indie-rock band, managed finances and marketing across social platforms like Instagram, TikTok, Spotify and Bandcamp, and collaborated with my bandmates to write cohesive music while performing for crowds of 30 to 1,000+ at venues across Oregon and San Francisco.

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I am passionate about marketing and the consumer experience. During my time at school, I worked in teams to create data driven marketing strategies and execute projects for real companies based on this data and consumer knowledge.

I’ve balanced creative collaboration as a lead singer and marketing/financial manager for an indie-rock band, managed finances and marketing across social platforms like Instagram, TikTok, Spotify and Bandcamp, and collaborated with my bandmates to write cohesive music while performing for crowds of 30 to 1,000+ at venues across Oregon and San Francisco.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Lead Singer / Marketing and Financial Manager at Indie-Rock Band
November 1, 2022 - Present
Manage the finances and marketing of our music and shows through platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, Spotify and Bandcamp. Work with my three band members to write and compose music that is cohesive with our sound. Perform to crowds ranging from 30-1000+ people at various venues and hired events throughout Oregon such as Eugene, Portland and Corvallis, as well as San Francisco.
Deckhand at Sebrika – Commercial Fishing Boat
September 1, 2025 - October 9, 2025
Collaborated with a four-man crew in a high-risk commercial fishing operation, handling tasks such as gear preparation by baiting thousands of longline hooks, gathering miscellaneous gear such as buoys, subs and weights, and preparing the boat to set or haul in extreme conditions. Supported the crew through meticulous preparation and teamwork, ensuring efficiency in line setting, bait preparation, and catch processing, contributing to successful hauls under tight timelines dictated by the weather in unpredictable marine conditions.
Marketing Internship at Apex K.K. – Executive Search Firm
August 1, 2023 - October 9, 2025
Collaborated with the marketing and industry teams to create slide decks used to acquire new clients for the industries pharmaceutical, legal, medical device, supply chain and procurement. Created new methods of organization for the candidate/client database to more effectively search and find the right candidate for the position the company is tasked with filling.
Deckhand at Tanaku Lodge – Fishing Lodge
September 1, 2022 - October 9, 2025
June – Sep 2021 & 22, Aug/Sep 2023 & 24: Cleaned and processed fish after returning from the ocean using professional packaging systems so that each guest had approximately 50 pounds of vacuum sealed frozen fish filets to take home. Collaborated with captains to entertain and fish three to six guests on our boat from 7am-4pm each day, helping to maintain an over 60% customer return rate. Maintained and cleaned the boat in addition to preparing gear and taking care of fish to ensure the guests had the safest and most enjoyable experience possible.
Deckhand at Tanaku Lodge – Fishing Lodge
September 1, 2023 - October 9, 2025
June – Sep 2023 & 24: Continued responsibilities as above, assisting in guest experiences and boat operations to ensure safety and satisfaction.
Lodge Staff at Tanaku Lodge – Fishing Lodge
September 1, 2020 - October 9, 2025
Led the wait staff by prioritizing teamwork while communicating with the chef and coworkers in order to timely serve approximately 40 people at once for breakfast and dinner. Accommodated customers’ needs by listening intently to the customer and collaborating with my coworkers to ensure every possible request was met. Organized and took inventory for weekly shipments of food, beverage and supplies we received.

Education

Bachelor of Science at Lundquist College of Business, University of Oregon
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services