Dingyu Chen

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Education

Berklee College of Music – Boston, MA
Bachelor's in Music Business and Music Performance | September 2022 – June 2026

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Notes software

• Skilled in creating professional presentations with PPT/Keynotes and preparing analytical reports with Excel

 

Experience

Melody Ventures – Personal Entrepreneurship Project
Boston, MA | February 2024 – May 2024

• Developed and publicly presented a comprehensive business plan for a music study abroad agency, earning high praise.

• Drafted and managed sales contracts, archived materials, and coordinated administrative tasks to streamline operations.

• Prepared detailed sales and cost analysis reports, aiding in strategic decision-making for the sales team.

• Designed marketing strategies targeting international high schools, leveraging relationships with school counselors.

• Boosted visibility by managing social media accounts on platforms like Xiaohongshu and Douyin, attracting prospective clients.

• Conducted a professional interview with Ms. Xu, founder of Andante, gaining insights into successful sales team management and entrepreneurial strategies.

 

GDC 2024 – Game Developers Conference
San Francisco, CA | May 19 – May 25, 2024

• Attended the GDC 2024 during spring break to explore intersections of music and game development.

• Participated in workshops and networking events, gaining insights into sound design, composition, and the music industry's role in gaming.

• Collaborated with industry professionals to explore potential future projects combining music and interactive media.

 

Legal Consulting Course – Berklee College of Music
Boston, MA | February 2024 – May 2024

• Explored legal frameworks to protect musicians' intellectual property and personal image rights.

• Simulated real-world tasks of a music manager, including planning commercial performances and revenue sharing agreements.

 

Financial Management Course – Berklee College of Music
Boston, MA | September 2023 – December 2023

• Learned financial management practices tailored to independent musicians, including budgeting and loan management.

 

 

Campus Activities

Charity Performance
Boston, MA | March 2024 – April 2024

• Organized and performed in a charity event to support local causes, showcasing collaborative and performance skills.

 

Honors and Awards

• Berklee College of Music Dean’s List, multiple semesters

• Awarded a merit-based scholarship for outstanding academic and musical performance​