MOLLY NOELLE CHEN
About
I am an American writer, musician and allover creative raised in Eastern Iowa. In 2018, I graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a BA in Anthropology and recently earned my MA at the University of Westminster in London, England.
As a bright, enthusiastic and energetic person, I can work both independently and as part of a team to achieve successful outcomes. I enjoy tackling challenges and working directly with people.
Music
Music has always been a huge part of my life, as I believe it is a fundamental part of the human experience and plays a huge part in bringing people together. I have experience in music performance, writing and arranging.
Writing
I have experience in academic, creative and journalistic writing and have covered a wide range of topics, including music and film reviews, artist interviews and more.
Creativity
I am always looking for more opportunities to learn and expand my skillset. In particular, I enjoy bringing people together through creative endeavours such as music, writing and film.

Show Review: Hippo Campus @ O2 Shepherd's Bush
A line of hundreds stretched around the O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire last Thursday, filled with indie enthusiasts as they waited for the venue’s doors to open. Minnesota natives Hippo Campus were spending one of the last days of their Bambi Tour in London, and fans were getting ready for a night of stunning musicality and affecting performance.

Genre-Bender Yellow Days Stays True to Soulful Style
If you’re finding it difficult to nail down Yellow Days’ genre, you’re not alone. In fact, the 18-year-old himself has said there’s no such thing as genre anymore — the absence of any one classification may be exactly what makes this artist so distinct.

Artist Spotlight: Matt Perriment
Driven by passion and equipped with musical brilliance, indie-folk singer/songwriter Matt Perriment is back with the beginnings of another highly anticipated EP.
Academic works:
Experience
Education
Independent Writer
○ Independently research and review or report on a number of topics, including music and film
○ Interview emerging artists for reviews and features
A&R Executive; PR
○ Created connections and liaised between company and artists
○ Scouted out new artists, built rapport with artists, record labels, management companies
○ Worked directly with artists, labels and managers all over the globe toward successful, bespoke development campaigns
Event Programmer
○ Established and maintained relationships with artist managers and agencies to arrange venue performers
○ Researched budget and demographic-appropriate artists for wide range of different events, such as music concerts and comedy nights
Marketing Manager
○ Grew and improved a team of individuals to strategically promote events using direct and digital marketing
○ Contributed to company social media accounts
Sound and Light Technician
○ Fulfilled artist-specific stage plots, sound and light requirements for events
○ Collaborated with other technicians for smooth transition between entertainers
○ Managed and accounted for artists' equipment from arrival to departure
MA Music Business Management
Institute: University of Westminster
Result: Merit
BA Anthropology
Institute: University of Notre Dame
Result: 3.6/4.0; Lambda Alpha National Anthropology Honor Society
Contact Me
- +44 7342 625177
- chenmollynoelle@gmail.com
- London, UK / Iowa
Until I arrive back in the US, I am available for international calls via FaceTime audio or Google Hangouts!
I aim to reply to all email inquiries within 24 hours minimum.