Hits Magazine
Industry: Magazine
DescriptionHits is an American music industry trade publication. Founded by Lenny Beer and Dennis Lavinthal, who had previously worked in independent promotion, it was launched as a print magazine in August 1986. By 1997, it had become the most successful tip sheet in the music world. First issue date: August 4, 1986 Based in: Hollywood Founder: Lenny Beer Dennis Lavinthal Categories: Music industry, Trade magazine People also search for: Smash Hits, Billboard, Rolling Stone
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Hits Magazine Employees
Mad Scientist Digital October 2013 - Present
Persistent Management July 2012 - Present
Independent Marketing Consultant January 2011 - September 2012
Cinder Block LLC July 2010 - December 2010
BiggerBoat.com / OnMeta, Inc. December 2006 - April 2009
Bandmerch September 2003 - December 2005
Virgin Entertainment Group, Inc. 1998 - 2000
Hits Magazine 1989 - 1996
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Technology Development, Promotion Planning, Digital Media, Entertainment, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Music, Retail, Promotions, Marketing, Advertising, Music Industry, Entrepreneurship, E-commerce, Strategic Planning, Start-ups, Record Labels, Management, Sales, New Media, Digital Distribution, Strategy, Facebook, Social Networking, Digital Marketing, Creative Direction, Digital Strategy, Licensing, Entertainment Industry, Publicity, Product Development, Content Strategy, Market Planning, Music Licensing, Brand Development, Concerts, Strategic Partnerships, Songwriting, Television, Music Publishing
Education
University of Florida
Bachelor Degree, Commincation/Journalism
Elllie Mayem's etsy shop (elliemayhems.etsy.com) 2011 - 2013
Art Stuff Graphic Design 1993 - 2010
HITS Magazine January 1989 - January 1993
Skills
Advertising, Logos, Direct Mail, Packaging, Promotions, Invitations, Menu Development, Vehicle Graphics, Posters, Corporate Identity, Flyers, Logo Design, Newsletters, Graphic Design, Business Cards, Graphics, Layout, Art Direction, Stationery, Banners, Trade Shows, Brochures, Typography, Direct Marketing, Marketing Materials, Postcards, Creative Direction, Creative Development, POS, Letterhead, Marketing, Catalogs, Photoshop, Visual Communication, Fashion, Magazines, Concept Development, Corporate Branding, Illustration, Image Manipulation, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Annual Reports, Mac, Brand Development, Adobe Acrobat
Education
Eastern Michigan University 1974 — 1976
Art & Design
- June 2004 - Present
Natural Health Magazine August 2011 - November 2012
SHAPE Magazine 2001 - 2004
JUMP magazine December 1999 - December 2000
HITS magazine 1996 - 1999
Capitol Records June 1993 - September 1996
Skills
Copy Editing, Magazines, Editorial, Publishing, Storytelling, Publications, Editing, Blogging, Books, Newsletters, Non-fiction, Video, Layout, Web Content, Fact-checking
Education
University of California, San Diego 1988 — 1993
B.A., Literature/Writing
National University of Ireland, Galway 1991 — 1992
Riverside Poly High 1984 — 1988
Delicious Vinyl December 2006 - Present
Big Bear Grizzly 2005 - 2006
Global Access World-Wide Entertainment Visas February 2004 - May 2005
Almighty Institute of Music Retail April 2003 - January 2004
HITS Magazine May 1994 - April 2003
Skills
Quickbooks, Social Media, Marketing Communications
Education
Santa Monica College 1990 — 1993
Wells Fargo April 2014 - Present
Caesarstone Corporate July 2013 - April 2014
New Horizons September 2014 - 2014
Bank of America 2008 - 2012
Bank of America 2005 - 2008
Bank of America 2003 - 2005
Hits Magazine January 2001 - January 2003
Skills
Team Leadership, Revenue Management, Operations, Team Building, Customer Relations, Strategic Planning, Budgeting, Business Strategy, Sales Management, Operations Management, Team Management, Problem Solving, Business Planning, Customer Service, Change Management, Account Management, Marketing Strategy, Risk Management, Leadership, Banking, Cash Management, Commercial Banking, Financial Analysis, Strategy
Education
Pierce College 2012 — 2016
Huthwaite, Inc 2011 — 2012
SPIN Selling
Bank of America (internal) 2005 — 2012
Certificates, Finance, Leadership Management
The College Board December 2014 - Present
Sterling Publishing June 2011 - October 2014
InStyle March 2011 - August 2011
Macy's 2008 - 2009
The MLS/CLAW February 2007 - April 2008
Big Crayon Graphic Design 2005 - 2008
The Sports Club/LA 2006 - 2007
California Association of REALTORS/REBS February 2002 - October 2005
HITS Magazine 1998 - 1999
HMV 1996 - 1998
Skills
Adobe Acrobat, QuarkXPress, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Illustrator, Photoshop, PowerPoint, CMS, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Adobe Creative Suite, Logo Design, Books, Layout, Advertising, Magazines, Web Design, Brochures, Proofreading, Blogging, Graphic Design, Publishing, Graphics, Typography
Education
Baruch College, City University of New York (CUNY)
Platt College-Los Angeles
Associate's degree
Musikvergnuegen September 2013 - Present
Train Trax, Music Supervision & Strategy 2007 - Present
The Cimarron Group August 2012 - September 2013
mOcean September 2011 - September 2012
Craig Murray Productions April 2005 - March 2007
BeatGreets.com 2000 - 2005
MTV Networks February 1998 - 2005
HITS Magazine January 1995 - January 2000
Skills
Content Strategy, Record Labels, Music, Music Supervision, Video Production, Music Industry, Creative Direction, New Media, Radio, Video, Advertising, Television, Broadcast, Film, Digital Media, Sound, Entertainment
Education
Arizona State University 1986 — 1990
BA
Walberg Design 1989 - Present
Center For Cultural Innovation 2005 - 2005
The Buckley School 1999 - 2000
Hits Magazine 1988 - 1990
PennCorp Financial 1986 - 1988
Skills
Art Direction, Graphic Design, Logo and Branding..., Website Design, Illustration, Typography, Flash Animation, Logo Design, Creative Direction, Corporate Identity, Web Design, Interaction Design, Contemporary Art, Graphic Arts, Information Graphics, Concept Development, Adobe Creative Suite, Visual Communication, Branding & Identity, Magazines, Corporate Branding, Brochures, Graphics, Catalogs, Packaging, Brand Development, Image Manipulation, Art, Posters, Editorial, User Interface Design, Image Editing, Multimedia, Layout, Creative Strategy, Illustrator
Education
California Institute of the Arts 1981 — 1985
BA, Visual Communications
Orange Coast College 1979 — 1981
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Art/Art Studies, General
PRB Financial February 2009 - Present
Kagan Insurance 2005 - 2009
Arista Records September 2002 - May 2005
Hits Magazine August 2002 - June 2003
Skills
Marketing, Finance, Strategic Planning, Sales, Financial Analysis, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Investments, Business Development, Management, Account Management, Disability Insurance, Insurance, Strategic Financial..., Social Networking, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing, Long Term Care Insurance
Education
New York University 2008 — 2008
CFP(R), Intensive Certificate in Financial Planning
California State University-Northridge 2005 — 2007
BS, Marketing
East Brunswick High School 1999 — 2002
University of Hartford
Heroes For Hire 2007 - Present
American Apparel January 2012 - April 2013
7517 Melrose June 2011 - August 2012
HITS magazine May 2009 - September 2009
The MGMT Company May 2009 - September 2009
Skills
Music Industry, Social Media, Media Relations, Publicity, Writing, Media Studies, A&R, Public Speaking, Film, Acting, Entertainment, Blogging
Education
Emerson College 2011 — 2013
Santa Monica College 2011 — 2011
UC Santa Cruz 2010 — 2011
Campbell Hall 2006 — 2010
Gnomon School of Visual Effects June 2011 - Present
Hits Magazine June 2000 - Present
Freelance Art and Illustration March 1985 - Present
Prolific Publishing January 1994 - June 2000
Skills
Animation, Character Design, Drawing, Illustration, Fine Art, Photoshop, Storyboarding, Painting, Character Animation, 3D Modeling, Acrylic, Art, Art Direction, Creative Direction, Film, Flash, Graphic Design, Graphics, Illustrator, Oil Painting, Texturing, Video Editing, Visual Arts
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 1984 — 1986
Fine Art, Illustration
Freelance Graphic Design & Production January 2005 - Present
T/O Creative Warehouse June 2011 - Present
Square L.A. 2009 - Present
Moving Pictures Film Magazine May 2009 - April 2011
Skin Deep Woman's Magazine April 2005 - December 2007
Hits Magazine 1993 - 2002
Skills
Art Direction, Brochures, Graphic Design, InDesign, Illustrator, Graphics, Typography, Posters, Adobe Creative Suite, Logo Design, Packaging, Advertising, QuarkXPress, Photography, Image Manipulation
Education
Academy of Art University
yes, Graphic Design
Scuba Today LLC 2004 - Present
HITS Magazine October 1987 - Present
Skills
Scuba Diving, Music, Music Industry, Music Production, Entertainment, Composition, A&R, Music Publishing, Sound, Audio Engineering, Songs, Radio, Training, Music Supervision, Rock, Record Labels, Band, Songwriting, Music Management, Talent Booking, Music Licensing, Studio Recording, Live Events, Publicity, Concerts, Recording
Education
Abilene Christian University 1983 — 1986
Computer Science/French
PADI
OWSI
Resolution Media April 2014 - Present
Advance Digital October 2012 - November 2013
syracuse.com August 2010 - October 2012
Chicago Shakespeare Theater May 2008 - September 2008
1154 LILL Studio October 2006 - March 2008
CN8- The Comcast Network February 2004 - July 2006
Philadelphia Phillies March 2003 - October 2004
Prudential Fox and Roach Realtors February 2002 - February 2004
WPLY - Y100/100.3 FM April 2002 - April 2003
HITS Magazine July 2000 - October 2001
Skills
Public Speaking, Theatre, Grassroots Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Blogging, Marketing, Email Marketing, Advertising, Event Planning, Public Relations, Social Networking, Online Advertising, Fundraising, Event Management
Education
DePaul University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Creative Media Services
American Musical and Dramatic Academy 1998 — 1999
Theater
Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles September 2011 - Present
Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles February 2008 - September 2011
Linda Tibi Fundraising August 2005 - January 2008
Global Social Compliance April 2003 - August 2005
HITS Magazine October 1999 - May 2002
Bailey Broadcasting Services (RadioScope) June 1997 - November 1999
Committee to Re-Elect Mark Ridley Thomas 1998 - 1999
Western International Media 1994 - 1996
mainstream magazine 1994 - 1995
Skills
Community Outreach, Non-profits, Public Relations, Nonprofits, Corporate Communications, Fundraising, Newsletters, Press Releases, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Public Speaking, Marketing, Department Budgeting, Editing, Proofreading, Media Relations, Program Development, Project Management, Politics, Writing, Social Media
Education
California State University-Northridge
MA, Communication Studies: Broadcast Journalism
University of California, Los Angeles
BA, English: American Studies
Huntsville High School
Ameritone Music Library / Ameritone Entertainment June 2003 - Present
Ameritone Management January 2000 - January 2008
Hits Magazine September 1990 - August 2003
Skills
Music Industry, Studio Recording, Music Publishing, Music Licensing, Artist Management, Music Supervision, A&R, Digital Music Marketing, Marketing, Promotions, Recording, Music, Music Management, Entertainment, Music Production
Education
University of Southern California 1984 — 1986
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Notre Dame / Van Nuys High Schools 1980 — 1984
High School Diploma, General Studies, 9-12
Exuvia, LLC November 2008 - Present
Montalbano Entertainment 2003 - 2008
Hits Magazine 2001 - 2003
EMI Music 1998 - 2001
Sony Music Entertainment 1991 - 1998
Skills
Public Speaking, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Fitness, Training, Social Media, Event Management, Coaching, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Event Planning, Public Relations, Marketing Strategy, Nutrition, Fundraising, Leadership Development, Sports, Digital Marketing, Leadership, Weight Training, Creative Direction, Television, Online Advertising, Business Development, Time Management, Team Building, Marketing Communications, Entertainment, Music, Online Marketing, Advertising, Management, Blogging, Facebook, Sales
Education
New York University 1987 — 1991
BA, Business
New Noise Media Group May 2009 - Present
The Rouge Noir 2009 - Present
Alfred Publishing Co., Inc. November 2009 - 2010
Daisy Rock Guitars November 2009 - 2010
Warner Chappell Music February 2005 - February 2009
Activison February 2004 - September 2005
HITS Magazine June 2002 - February 2005
Be Core March 2003 - September 2003
Radio 92.9 KJEE September 2002 - July 2003
KjEE/Montecito FM 2002 - 2003
Skills
Music Industry, Entertainment, A&R, Recording, Record Labels, Music, Fashion, Marketing, Music Publishing, Connecting People, Networking, Publishing, Music Supervision, Creative Direction, Radio, Promotions, Production, Festivals, Styling, Music Videos, Photo Shoots, Color Theory, Art History, Makeup Artistry, Fine Art, Beauty, Airbrush, Hair, Modeling, Hair Cutting, Hair Straightening, Sewing, Hair Color, Men's Grooming, Art, Fashion Design, Wardrobe, Costumes, Sound, Video, Rock, Music Licensing, Studio Recording
Education
University of California, Santa Barbara 1999 — 2003
BA, Art History & Art Studio
Napoleon Perdis Makeup Academy
Fashion, Glamour and Bridal Make-Up Artistry
Otis College of Art and Design
CE Fashion Design, Fashion Design
Paul Mitchell, The School Santa Barbara
Cosmetology
3D Systems Corporation January 2014 - Present
Gentle Giant Studios 1999 - January 2014
Hits Magazine 1994 - 1997
Skills
Production, Toys, Licensing, Brand Development, Product Development, Entertainment, Merchandising, Strategic Partnerships, Promotions, Retail, New Business Development, Consumer Products, Brand Management, Creative Direction, E-commerce, Brand Licensing, Product Design, Packaging, Licensing Negotiations, Digital Marketing, Concept Design, Marketing Strategy, Product Marketing, Trade Shows, Television
Education
UCLA 2002 — 2004
Business Management, Importing, Foreign Language
Sony Music Entertainment 1977 - 2013
Turntable U and DJ Vatican 2010 - 2011
Lou Wine Cafe 2007 - 2010
Universal Motown Records 1990 - 2010
HITS Magazine 1993 - 2002
Urban Network Magazine 1990 - 1992
BRE Magazine 1982 - 1985
Skills
Creative Writing, Entertainment, Writing, Editing, Singing, Music, Music Industry, Television, Radio, Blogging, Publicity, Social Media, New Media, Film, Radio Broadcasting, Storytelling, Digital Media, Video, Music Production, Screenwriting, Music Publishing, Content Strategy, Social Networking, Press Releases, Publications, Broadcast, Copywriting, Sound, Recording, Voice Over, Audio Editing, Video Production, Creative Direction, Facebook, Journalism, Media Production, Social Media Marketing, Publishing, Radio Host, Video Editing, Radio Producing, Copy Editing, Multimedia, Film Production, Content Development, Magazines, Editorial, Web Content, Media Relations, Feature Articles
Education
El Camino College 1980 — 1981
RWP360 January 2011 - Present
R3 entertainment December 2007 - April 2011
Reed Smith June 2005 - September 2007
Universal / MCA records September 1998 - April 2000
Hits Magazine 1997 - 1998
Skills
Litigation, Entertainment Law, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Legal Writing, Mediation, Licensing, Marketing, Courts, Social Media, Class Actions, Appeals, Criminal Law, Trials, Corporate Law, Westlaw, Product Liability, Intellectual Property, Entertainment
Education
University of the Pacific - McGeorge School of Law 2000 — 2004
JD
Pepperdine University, The George L. Graziadio School of Business and Management 1997 — 2000
MBA
Loyola Marymount University 1988 — 1992
BA
CBS Consumer Products Inc. December 2006 - Present
Hits Magazine 1994 - 2002
The Walt Disney Studios / Hollywood Records 1992 - 1994
Skills
Social Media, New Media, Television, Entertainment, Social Media Marketing, Digital Media, Creative Direction, Advertising, Film, Brand Development, Social Networking, Copywriting, Publicity, Marketing
Education
University of California, San Diego
BA, Communications
BirdtCo. January 2011 - Present
Stark Fabric, Wallcovering, and Furniture June 2008 - January 2011
JAID Designs February 2002 - June 2008
Michael C.F. Chan & Associates February 2007 - April 2008
David Speaks, Inc June 2006 - January 2007
HITS Magazine January 1993 - March 2006
Skills
Furniture, Art, Advertising, Photoshop, Interior Architecture, FF&E, Art Direction, Marketing, Interior Design, Space Planning, InDesign, Graphic Design, Textiles, Furnishings, Management
Education
Interior Decorators Institute
Certificate, Interior Design Business
San Diego State University-California State University 1985 — 1991
BA, Graphic Design, Minor in Social and Behavioral Psychology
HITS Magazine National Director of New Music MarketingA&M Records1982 - 1990
Skills
Music, Music Industry, Music Production, Music Publishing, Entertainment, Record Labels, Band, Marketing, Songwriting, Recording, Songs, Social Networking, Sound, Music Licensing, Composition, Film, Studio Recording, Digital Media, Social Media, Festivals, New Media, Radio, A&R, Music Supervision, Social Media Marketing, Bands, Talent Booking, Television
Education
Oberlin College 1979 — 1983
Joico, a Shiseido Company May 2011 - Present
Durso Design 2008 - 2010
Wella, a P&G Company, now P&G Professional North America 2006 - 2008
I.T. Creative & Consulting January 2004 - January 2006
HITS Magazine January 2003 - December 2003
Acer Peripherals Inc, now BenQ June 2001 - August 2002
ABC Studios & Photography January 1998 - January 2000
Skills
Brand Development, Packaging, Graphic Design, Advertising, Art Direction, Creative Direction, Concept Development, Fashion, Typography, Graphics, Illustrator, InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Branding, Corporate Identity
Education
Cal State Fullerton 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Graphic Design
Hits Magazine Manager for Me Talk PrettyThe Mgmt Co.January 2009 - Present
The Greek Telephone Directory September 2007 - January 2008
Sony Records 2002 - 2005
Education
Arizona State University 2001 — 2002
Getty Images/WireImage Video 2004 - Present
KLSX, 97.1FM, Los Angeles July 2004 - December 2007
E! Entertainment Television 1991 - 2005
HITS Magazine 1986 - 2004
VH1's "Four On The Floor" January 1995 - January 1997
Los Angeles Times 1993 - 1993
Cash Box Magazine January 1984 - August 1986
Skills
Television, Broadcast, Video Production, Entertainment, Producing, Post Production, Music, Film, Reality, Radio, New Media, Film Production, Video, Documentaries, Creative Direction, Interviews, Radio Host, Avid
Education
UCLA
SFJAZZ April 2013 - Present
SFJAZZ October 2011 - Present
Marin Symphony November 2010 - October 2011
Marin Symphony April 2009 - October 2011
KDFW-TV 1994 - 1999
KRLD 1994 - 1995
Hits Magazine 1992 - 1994
KKDA 1988 - 1992
KDLZ and KHVN 1985 - 1988
Education
Eastern New Mexico University 1980 — 1984
BS, Communication, Radio and Television
Banca Studios April 2014 - February 2015
Stockroom.com April 2011 - September 2013
Law Office of Stewart Richlin ESQ July 2009 - February 2011
HITS Magazine September 2007 - June 2009
HITS Magazine February 2007 - June 2009
Warner Brothers Records October 2004 - October 2005
Skills
Music Industry, Soundscan, A&R, Music Licensing, Music, Record Labels, Radio Promotions, Entertainment, Publicity, Music Publishing, Entertainment Industry, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Social Media, Copywriting, Microsoft Excel
Education
Los Angeles Valley College 2008 — 2008
Tomball Community College 2001 — 2002
Theatre / Theatre Tech / Creative Writing
Daniel Pearl Foundation February 2008 - June 2012
Sonya Dakar Skin Clinic February 2007 - December 2007
Ghostwriter/ Copyeditor January 2006 - January 2007
Finance West Mortgage January 2005 - January 2006
Self employed January 2004 - January 2005
HITS Magazine January 1999 - January 2004
Leverage M.P.C January 1997 - January 1999
Skills
Editing
Education
Keller Graduate School
Masters of Business Admin, General Business
University of Illinois at Chicago 1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing & Management
Hong Kong International School
Samy's Camera January 2010 - Present
Freelance Photographer April 2007 - Present
Ritz Camera 2002 - 2009
Optimist Youth Homes 2005 - 2006
HITS Magazine 2000 - 2002
Skills
Social Media, Public Speaking, Writing, Photography, Management, Leadership, Training, Education, Portraits, Retail, Portrait Photography, Digital Photography
Education
California State University-Northridge 2002 — 2005
Bachelor's, Psychology, Sociology
Glendale High School 1995 — 1998
Playup Music September 2014 - Present
Polyphony Management August 2014 - Present
Passenger Bar December 2012 - Present
Magus Entertainment July 2006 - August 2014
Intrigue Music November 2005 - July 2006
William Morris Agency March 2001 - November 2005
Rotten Redhead Productions January 2003 - June 2005
Hits Magazine December 2000 - March 2001
Various December 1996 - March 2001
Skills
Music Industry, Entertainment, Publicity, New Media, Music, Advertising, Public Relations, Marketing, Social Media, Record Labels, Sponsorship, Social Media Marketing, Fashion, Band, Social Networking, Television, Mac, Bands, Festivals
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts, Fashion Merchandising/Marketing / Minor in Photography
Warner Music Group 2001 - Present
HITS Magazine 2000 - 2001
CDNOW 1999 - 2000
KNSD 1998 - 1998
KLAS TV 1995 - 1998
Skills
Music Industry, A&R, Music, Music Publishing, Music Licensing, Entertainment, Music Management, Music Supervision, Publicity, Music Production, Television, Record Labels, Digital Media, New Media, Songwriting
Education
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Bachelor's degree, Broadcast Journalism
Western High School
Mattel March 2012 - Present
THQ April 2008 - April 2012
Sony Home Entertainment October 2006 - March 2008
HITS Magazine July 2003 - January 2007
HITS Magazine February 1998 - July 2003
Skills
Forecasting Mo, Forecasting Models, Market Analysis, Excel, Excel, PowerPoint, MS...
Education
California State University-Northridge 1988 — 2004
BM, Music
Vegas Music Summit June 2010 - Present
Red Bull Records September 2008 - Present
RM 64 July 2008 - Present
HITS Magazine October 1998 - June 2008
Education
University of California, Los Angeles
Bachelor's degree, Economics