Jack Raftopoulos
Adelaide
Summary
Business Management graduate and music/events professional with a proven track record producing sold-out shows with Jack Raft Music. Experienced in event planning, live logistics, team leadership, and stakeholder coordination, delivering high-quality audience experiences. Skilled in budgeting, operations, and project management, with a strategic mindset and a passion for driving results in the music industry.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Owner/Operator
Jack Raft Music
South Australia
03.2015 - Current
- Managed and performed branded live shows, coordinating venues, tours, promotion, and logistics across South Australia.
- Songs of the Rat Pack (2020–2021, Adelaide Fringe): Produced 16 sold-out shows with 200+ attendees per performance at venues including Morphettville Racecourse, Ayers House, and Treasury 1860.
- Ignite (Music Duo, 2018–2022): Performed multiple city gigs for large audiences, overseeing all aspects of event promotion and artist coordination.
- Avenues (Producers & DJ Duo, 2022–2026): Managed events, production, and performance logistics, liaising with venues and collaborators.
- Professional singer in opera, musical theatre, and jazz venues; trained songwriter performing and busking across Adelaide.
- Developed strong project management, event coordination, budgeting, promotion, and team collaboration skills through running tours, shows, and festivals.
Sales Development Representative
UpliftGTM
Adelaide
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Sales Development Representative, responsible for outbound prospecting and pipeline generation on behalf of B2B clients across various industries. Clients include Rapid7, Ansadara and other highgrowth global technology firms.
Backstage Operations Assistant
Ground Control Events
Adelaide Entertainment Centre
02.2024 - 08.2025
- Supported large-scale live productions, including major acts such as 50 Cent and James Taylor.
- Assisted with stage management, wardrobe, VIP artist liaison, and personalised artist support and driving, ensuring smooth backstage operations.
- Coordinated with production teams to manage logistics, timing, and artist requirements for high-profile events.
International Student Exchange
Kedge University
Bordeaux
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Studied Business Management with a focus on international markets, strategy, and innovation. Developed strong cross-cultural communication skills while collaborating with diverse student groups. Gained global business insights through coursework and case studies in areas such as marketing, sustainability, and leadership. Strengthened adaptability, independence, and problem-solving abilities while navigating a new academic and cultural environment.
Music & Events Coordinator
Ondeen
Adelaide Hills
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Coordinated live music events from planning to execution, including scheduling, venue setup, sound and lighting, and artist/vendor liaison.
- Managed budgets, equipment, and resources to ensure seamless, high-quality events for audiences and collaborators.
- Contributed to creative programming and event direction, supporting the artistic vision while overseeing operational logistics.
- Developed strong project management, team coordination, and problem-solving skills in fast-paced live environments.
- As a multi-instrumentalist and singer, performed as part of events, providing insight into performers’ needs and enhancing audience experience.
Sales & Events Executive
Full Circle Spirits
Adelaide
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Lead sales ambassador, responsible for organising and executing sales calls, event activations and promotional activities for the distillery. Tasks included designing and creating on-site and remote sales displays for events, e-commerce management, online sales initiative and promotional marketing strategies with customer engagement.
Education
Master's Degree - Business Management (MiM)
Adelaide University
Adelaide 02.2025 - 02.2026
Bachelor's Degree - Business
University Of South Australia
AdelaideDiploma - Business
Kedge University
Bordeaux, FRANCESkills
- Event & Tour Planning
- Project & Team Management
- Operational Strategy & Logistics
- Budgeting & Financial Oversight
- Stakeholder & Vendor Coordination
- Live Event Production & Backstage Operations
- Leadership & Cross-Team Collaboration
- Business Operations & Strategic Planning
Timeline
Sales Development Representative
UpliftGTM
06.2025 - 12.2025
Master's Degree - Business Management (MiM)
Adelaide University
02.2025 - 02.2026
International Student Exchange
Kedge University
08.2024 - 02.2025
Backstage Operations Assistant
Ground Control Events
02.2024 - 08.2025
Music & Events Coordinator
Ondeen
02.2024 - 08.2024
Sales & Events Executive
Full Circle Spirits
08.2023 - 08.2024
Owner/Operator
Jack Raft Music
03.2015 - Current
Bachelor's Degree - Business
University Of South Australia
Diploma - Business
Kedge University