Martin Stenning
Southborough,KEN
Summary
Im a dedicated and loyal employee, with 5 years of experience in managing multiple marketing and promotion teams, as well as carrying out campaigns myself across the South Coast and Central London. I have a wide range of career experience, from sales, management, social media management and distribution, and I'm constantly keen to keep evolving and take on new challenges.
Recently I've been developing my teaching experience, as a freelance tutor children 8-13, specifically in guitar, drums and oboe.
I pride myself on my confidence and people skills, excelling in both one on one tasks; offering support and guidance to those who need it, as well as group jobs; whether performing or speaking on stage to large groups.
I'm friendly, passionate and optimistic with my life, and feel I take this into my work ethos too. I'd love to use this and my knowledge of trends, demographics and the wider industry, to progress in my career and prove myself as the best candidate.
I'm an experienced musician, with over 12 years experience in playing live music across the UK and Europe, giving me a unique insight into the the music industry.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
SEN Teaching Assistant
Rikama Education
Crowborough, East Sussex
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Provided emotional support during challenging situations; instilled resilience in pupils.
- Managed behavioural challenges effectively, maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Assisted in the development of Individual Education Plans, enhancing student support.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement personalised education programmes, increasing student progress.
- Provided one-to-one support to students, promoting self-confidence and independence.
- Facilitated group activities to promote social interaction among SEN students.
Head of Distribution
Ground Up Media
Brighton, East Sussex
08.2021 - Current
- Promoted continuous improvement by problem-solving and sharing suggestions to optimise team operations.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Designed digital and print materials to engage audiences.
- Successfully maintained clean driving licence and access to reliable transportation.
- Managed freelance team of over 35 freelancers, to achieve targets on time and under budget
- Built relations with local music scene; both venues, promoters, and bands.
- Offered support and guidance for all members of the team, as senior staff member.
Client Account Manager
Ground Up Media
Brighton, East Sussex
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Tailored communication style according to individual client preferences.
- Resolved client issues promptly, maintaining high levels of satisfaction.
- Enhanced overall customer experience by providing personalised account management.
- Built strong relationships with key clients by consistent communication and problem-solving.
- Collaborated with internal teams to deliver solutions tailored to client requirements.
- Identified growth opportunities through analysis of client business objectives.
Distribution Assistant
Ground Up Media
Brighton, East Sussex
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment, putting out 200+ posters in target areas, daily.
- Created and maintained displays and signs.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
- Completed customer orders with speed and accuracy.
Professional Songwriter/Performer
'Mukkali'
Brighton, Brighton and Hove
05.2012 - Current
- Wrote and Performed for 'The Floodgates' from 2012-Present
- Written with artists such as Will Joseph Cook and FUR
- Performed since January 2024 as 'Mukkali', supporting artists such as James Bay, Dekker and Morgan Harper Jones.
- Sold Out all shows of 2024.
- Studied popular music structures, marketing trends, and demographic targeting to further my career.
- Was mentored by previous manager Jack Saunders (RIFT) for 4 years, seeing first hand how shows are booked, negotiation tactics and inner workings Music Management.
- Have repped over 200 shows over the past 4 years for 'FORM', handling payment, health and safety, box office, and all inter personal organisation of their music shows.
- Delivered personalised songs for clients, meeting unique requests and preferences.
- Worked closely with recording engineers, achieving optimal sound quality in final tracks.
Customer Sales Assistant
Domestic & General
Brighton, East Sussex
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Handled customer enquiries promptly and professionally, consistently exceeding satisfaction KPIs.
- Interacted and engaged with customers, providing guidance and expert advice to influence purchase decisions.
- Implemented effective yearly sales strategies
- Assisted customers with product selection and sales, recommending items to increase transaction value.
Delivery Driver
Waitrose & Partners
Brighton, East Sussex
12.2017 - 09.2018
- Interpreted maps effectively, following written and verbal directions as required to navigate optimal delivery routes.
- Held incredibly high time keeping
- Documented proof of delivery.
- Drove company vehicles safely and legally across national pick-ups and deliveries, maintaining brand reputation.
- Kept vehicles safe and roadworthy maintaining and checking gas, oil and water levels.
- Safely loaded and unloaded packages with zero material damage.
- Contacted customers ahead of parcel drop-offs, effectively confirming and coordinating delivery times.
- Loaded vehicles safely and efficiently, securing items to prevent damage for high-volume deliveries.
Supervisor/Assistant Manager
Gift Universe (Menkind)
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
06.2015 - 12.2017
- Collaborated and offered support with extra tasks to meet team goals.
- Prepared and packaged orders with precise presentation skills.
- Completed opening and closing checklists to create welcoming store environment.
- Resolved customer queries by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of menus and ingredients.
- Received complaints and feedback, escalating as necessary for swift resolution.
- Used initiative to foresee customer and team needs, taking preventative action to minimise issues.
- Provided support for all staff during busier periods/times of stress
Cinema Host
Odeon
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
01.2014 - 05.2015
- Guaranteed guest safety by managing audience in emergencies, following venue evacuation procedures.
- Upsold guests to VIP movie experiences
- Maximised audience capacity by efficiently allocating seating and promptly selling tickets.
- Ushered guests to seats, studying ticket information to identify precise seat location.
- Optimised guest experience with tailored food and drink recommendations
- Supported positive guest experiences by delivering friendly welcomes and quiet theatre environment.
- Provided a warm atmosphere for guests, ensuring eye contact, smile and verbal greeting with every transaction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Songwriting and Professional Musicianship
BIMM Brighton
Brighton, United Kingdom 10.2015 - 08.2018
A-Levels - Philosophy & Ethics, History, English Lit, English Lang,
Bennett Memorial Diocesan School
Tunbridge Wells, United KingdomGCSEs - English Lit, English Lang, Triple Science, Maths, History, RE, Music, Latin
Bennett Memorial Diocesan School
Tunbridge Wells, United KingdomSkills
- Multi- instrumentalist for over 15 years - Oboe, Drums, Guitar, Bass, Vocals, (learning Piano currently)
- Experience in private music lessons (Guitar and Drums for children ranging from 7 to 13)
- Communication skills
- Public speaking
- Strategic planning
- Team building
- Social media marketing
- Google Workspace
- Marketing
- Accounting
- Creativity in teaching
- Meeting sen needs
- Behavioural management techniques
- Conflict Resolution
- Test preparation
- First Aid trained
Certification
Full UK Driving License
Duke of Edinburgh Bronze
Oboe - Grade 6
Drums - Grade 5
Vocals - self taught
Guitar - Grade 6
Piano - currently learning
Bass - Grace 4
Timeline
SEN Teaching Assistant
Rikama Education
04.2025 - 07.2025
Head of Distribution
Ground Up Media
08.2021 - Current
Client Account Manager
Ground Up Media
08.2020 - 08.2021
Distribution Assistant
Ground Up Media
08.2019 - 08.2020
Customer Sales Assistant
Domestic & General
09.2018 - 08.2019
Delivery Driver
Waitrose & Partners
12.2017 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Songwriting and Professional Musicianship
BIMM Brighton
10.2015 - 08.2018
Supervisor/Assistant Manager
Gift Universe (Menkind)
06.2015 - 12.2017
Cinema Host
Odeon
01.2014 - 05.2015
Professional Songwriter/Performer
'Mukkali'
05.2012 - Current
A-Levels - Philosophy & Ethics, History, English Lit, English Lang,
Bennett Memorial Diocesan School
GCSEs - English Lit, English Lang, Triple Science, Maths, History, RE, Music, Latin
Bennett Memorial Diocesan School
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