Michael Paul

Event Producer · Creative Director

New York.

About

I’m an event producer and creative director working across live music, nightlife, and independent entertainment. As the founder of ALT_CTRL, I develop and produce live experiences from concept to execution, handling everything from talent and venue coordination to production, marketing, and show operations. My work is rooted in the underground music scene, creating spaces for emerging artists and building experiences around the communities driving the culture.

Work

ALT_CTRL

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Founder & CEO

New York

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Summary

ALT_CTRL is an independent live entertainment and music platform focused on underground and emerging artists. I founded ALT_CTRL to produce artist-driven events and create opportunities for developing talent, with my role spanning event development, talent booking, venue coordination, production, marketing, and show operations.

Highlights

Founded and produced AWOL Fest, ALT_CTRL’s flagship live music event.

Produced events across New York and New Jersey, ranging from intimate listening parties and release shows to larger-scale concerts and showcases.

Produced Fashion in Chaos, combining independent fashion, live music, DJs, and emerging creatives during New York Fashion Week.

Expanded ALT_CTRL beyond events into artist management, music releases, and creative development.

Languages

English

Skills

Event Production & Operations

Show Operations, Live Event Logistics, Festival Production, AWOL Fest.

Venue & Production Logistics

Venue Sourcing, Vendor Management, Technical Logistics, On-Site Execution.

Artist Management & Music Development

Artist Development, Music Releases, Creative Development, Project Management.

Creative Direction

Concept Development, Experience Design, NYFW Showcases, Brand Storytelling.

Marketing & Event Promotion

Event Marketing, Audience Building, Digital Campaigns, Community Engagement.

Talent Booking & Programming

Artist Curation, DJ & Performer Booking, Music Programming, Roster Management.

Projects

AWOL Fest 25

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Education

Western Govenors University

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MBA