Hard Skills
AdvancedMusic Theory and Composition AnalysisThe ability to evaluate melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic structures within various musical genres to provide technical feedback.
ExpertCritical Writing and Editorial CompositionThe craft of producing persuasive, engaging, and grammatically precise prose tailored for specific media outlets and audiences.
AdvancedCultural and Historical ContextualizationRelating musical works to their sociopolitical influences and historical movements to provide depth to a critique.
IntermediateDigital Publishing and SEOOptimizing written content for search engines and utilizing Content Management Systems to maximize online visibility.
Soft Skills
IntermediateInterviewing TechniquesThe capacity to conduct structured and unstructured dialogues with artists and industry professionals to extract unique insights.
AdvancedJournalistic Ethics and IntegrityAdherence to standards of objectivity, transparency, and the disclosure of potential conflicts of interest in reporting.