Sebastián Foglia
San Juan, Puerto Rico
fogliamusic.com
fogliats.com
Summary of Qualifications
Skilled promoter and producer with a strong academic background in communications, advertising, event production, business administration, marketing and audio production. Due to his innovative market study of the Puerto Rican consumer, his thesis in advertising / neuromarketing was recently approved with distinction. A well rounded, experienced producer with a comprehensive understanding in creating brand concepts, Internet marketing tactics and placement. Responsible for producing / launching original and successful brands. Accomplished artist, composer, performer, music engineer, and concept producer. Created and managed a widely recognized PR Indy band- a creative fusion of rock / reggae rhythms from 2004 to 2009. Launched in 2006 HDM Music, Inc. producing 3 cd’s under its label (foglia music).
Education
Post - Grad Degree in Event Production 4 / 2015 Universidad del Sagrado Corazón, Puerto Rico (4.0 GPA)
Masters Degree in Communication, Advertising 12 / 2014 Universidad del Sagrado Corazón, Puerto Rico (4.0 GPA)
Certificate in Audio Production 9 / 2009
Boston University, Waltham MA
Bachelors of Business Administration and Marketing 6 / 2008
Universidad del Sagrado Corazón, Puerto Rico (Magna Cum Laude, 3.8 GPA)
Certificates:
Certificate in Graphic Design, Adobe Photoshop/ Illustrator (expected) 5 / 2015 Universidad del Sagrado Corazón, Puerto Rico
Skills
The ability to identify people's talents and strengths, inspire and get them involved in a creative and productive state of mind.
The development of marketing concepts, branding and positioning of products.
Languages: fluent in both English and Spanish
Computer: MS office (Word, Excel, Power point, Keynote)
Internet Research, Pro-Tools, Digital Performer, Logic, Reason, Live.
Professional Experience
Lana Productions 2 / 2013 - 2014
The job consists of brainstorming on ideas for creative concerts, marketing tactics, working on proposals and presentations for sponsors.
Lana Productions is an event production, entertainment and management company headed by Osvaldo Rocafort. The company has worked in the entertainment & spectacle industry for over 15 years, producing, managing and providing creative/innovative concepts in all aspects of the entertainment industry. Osvaldo's portfolio of work includes sole responsibility and/or work-related association with the following artists: Ricky Martin, Viva Nativa, Juanes, Millie Corretjer, Robi "Draco" Rosa, La Ley, Paul Oakenfold, Momix Broadway Show, Storm-Mandalay(Las Vegas), & Robin S. Sharma amongst others. The job consists of brainstorming on ideas for creative concerts, working on proposals and presentations for sponsors and assuming the roll of production manager at the events.
Foglia ts (president) 10 / 2012 - Present
Concept:
“Where fun becomes and expression of wearable art”. A vision of alternative t-shirts that express a language of naive simplicity. Created the brand, designed campaign, distribution, placement, art direction and art designs.
Currently available at The Museum of Puerto Rico, Museum of Contemporary Art of Puerto Rico, Tres Palmas Surf Shop, The Room Surf Shops, Kokomo, Otto, Kamoli amongst others.
Warner Chappell 6 / 2011 - Present Composer / artist, producing músic for advertising and other artists in the music industry.
“foglia” Music (owner) 11 / 2008 - Present
Composed and co-produced a compilation of 30 original compositions, the 1st and 2nd Lounge / House albums produced in Puerto Rico, responsible for marketing and sales distribution including CD placement at Borders, Starbucks and iTunes. Produced an album and designed marketing concept through music for BMW Autogermana. With hit singles on the radio, also producing Jingles for Coca Cola Inc., music for Warner Chappell, La Fania and Univisión documentaries.
Producer / Composer / Engineer 10 / 2006 - Present
HDM Music, Inc. Record label
President/ Founder
“La Hermana de Miguel” 8 / 2003
Composer / Producer / Lead Performer / Manager
With two productions, composer of all original music and lyrics, lead singer and rhythm guitarist of an 8 member band; becoming a local favorite in the pop-rock / reggae scene. Participated in BMI concerts, MTV appearances, CD compilations, multiple media, radio, TV interviews and performances. Their music was used for the soundtrack and score of a local film, “Mi Verano con Amanda”, released in 2008.
Accomplishments
Colegio San Ignacio de Loyola, Puerto Rico- Senior Class 2004 Athlete of the Year award
Puerto Rico National Soccer Team (2002), (2004 - 2005)
Universidad del Sagrado Corazón: 2008 Magna Cum Laude
Paoli Award for Best Jazz Electronic Album 2010
Universidad del Sagrado Corazón: 2014 Master's degree, thesis approved with distinction
Helped develop advertising campaigns for various companies such as "Chocolate Cortés", "Tequila El Jimador" and "Dr. Joy Medical Company"
Invited as a guest speaker in the communication’s department at the University of Sagrado Corazón
Sharing the stage with renowned artist such as 30 Seconds to Mars at the Coliseum of Puerto Rico, Calle 13, Cut Copy, Panda, Cultura Profética, Jarabe de Palo, Café Tacvba, Vico C and others