Taylor Trask
A multidisciplinary producer and creative consultant with over 20 years of experience. Managing Partner at realistic and host at the Panelism Network.
Experience
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Managing Partner & Co-Founder
realistic
realistic is a creative advisory focused on storytelling, brand awareness and growth. We do this through digital, design, video and strategy. As Managing Partner, I’ve had the opportunity to work with each of our clients one-on-one, helping them implement best-in-class solutions. My role encompasses everything from project management and client engagement to team leadership, sales, UX design, media production, marketing, design, research strategy and more.
Key clients include: NIKE, Paralyzed Veterans of America, 5Five Fashion, Cannara Biotech, Urban Works Real Estate and the Pikes Peak Community Foundation.2018 -
Co-Founder & Host
Panelism Network
Panelism is a show about the comics and graphic novels worth having on your shelf. Since it's launch, we've built a network of six shows and hundreds of episodes.2015 -
Co-Founder & Managing Partner
Strategic Blend
Strategic Blend was a digital marketing firm providing web, design, video and marketing services. With offices in Nashville and Denver, we served over 300 clients across a variety of industries including entertainment, healthcare, B2B, D2C and nonprofit sectors.
Key clients include: The Colorado Nonprofit Association, Trim Healthy Mama, Terri Clark, Ethos Veterinary Health, South Shore Insurance, the PICA Group and Reba McEntire.2008 -
Sr. Community Manager
echomusic
At echo we laid the foundation for the digital music business today, from ticketing to online music subscriptions, merchandising and social media.
While in this position, I created brand advancement strategies for superstar artists like Dierks Bentley, Terri Clark, Brooks & Dunn, Rascal Flatts, Kelly Clarkson and Universal Music Group – doubling and tripling their online fan bases and revenue streams. I also coordinated a full transition of the digital marketing, fan engagement and ecommerce across multiple departments for the Professional Bull Riders organization.2004 -
Director of New Media & Marketing
Lofton Creek Records
Lofton Creek was a forward-thinking, independent record label based in Nashville. Coming on board, I was able to develop innovative marketing and new media strategies for emerging artists. I also coordinated national sales campaigns and built the first LCR website.2003 -
Production Coordinator & Air Talent
KELO AM
In my first official gig in radio, I coordinated in-studio production for various programs on KELO AM and was on-air talent for news, weather and program announcements.2000
About Me
I’ve spent over 20 years bringing innovation, leadership, and customer-advocacy to businesses and brands.
Working with everyone from large sports companies to A-list artists, healthcare, the cannabis industry, nonprofits, startups, B2B companies and consumer brands of all sizes, I’ve helped generate millions of dollars in sales, new consumer acquisitions and exposure.
My current work focuses on creative advisory at all levels, helping our clients cut through the clutter of changing trends and technology to create storytelling that matters.
Advisorships
2014-2015 | studio HEFT
2007-2008 | Please Forward
2003 – 2005 | Compass Records
Volunteer Work
Pikes Peak Market
Peak Startup
South Dakota Ambassadors of Excellence
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