Who Am I?

I’ve been banging on pots and pans since I was five. From the minute I picked up my first pair of drumsticks, I realized that nothing else in this world mattered as much as rhythm. I wanted to spend the rest of my life learning why we all naturally gravitate towards certain sounds over others. 

Growing up in the Bay Area, I developed a deep appreciation for how local music landmarks shaped my worldview. From the iconic Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin murals on Haight Street to the legendary East Bay punk scene at 924 Gilman, these historic sites carried a powerful creative energy that influenced my community and me. Surrounded by constant reminders of musical inspiration, I naturally became passionate about discovering raw, authentic talent.

Years of performing in jazz and rock bands sharpened my instinct for recognizing when a band has that special sound—one that resonates immediately with an audience. As a college radio host, I shared these nuanced sounds with anyone who would listen, eventually earning an award for excellence in freeform programming due to the impact of my weekly show.

Since then, I’ve been deeply involved in the San Francisco music scene as the drummer for multiple femme punk bands. I’ve developed a daily ritual of exploring new releases from indie labels on Bandcamp, debating the merits of Pitchfork album ratings, enjoying NPR’s Tiny Desk concerts, and diving into overlooked countercultural gems through low-budget YouTube documentaries. I share this ongoing passion and knowledge with my peers, emphasizing the importance of respecting artistic innovation and the creative process. No matter where my journey takes me, one truth remains constant: music is at the core of everything I do.

Professionally, with my time at Bright Antenna Records, I’ve supported label operations across various major digital marketing album rollout campaigns, coordinated brand and influencer partnerships, and worked directly with artists to ensure their creative identities were reflected in every part of the process. This hands on experience has given me a full-spectrum understanding of how independent labels nurture talent and bring records to life—from discovery to delivery. I’m eager to continue to apply this expertise to broader operational roles where I can help shape and optimize the full lifecycle of artist projects and label initiatives.

Kristina Waters, Senior Marketing Director at Universal Music Group

“Molly is exactly the type of employee every manager dreams of. Within the first minutes of our interview, Molly’s passion for music and excitement about the industry was made clear. She is outgoing, creative, excited, and always willing to give any task her best shot. She goes above and beyond to deliver what is asked of her, even if it means learning an entire new program. Molly is a rockstar with social content, video editing, graphics, and copy writing.

Molly leads with kindness. She interacted with our entire team, quickly befriended other interns and team members, and she’s everyone’s biggest cheerleader. She is excited to learn and engage with new people.

I could not give someone a better endorsement than Molly. She has drive, passion, and a fantastic go-getter attitude. I will miss working with her so much!”

Past & Current Partners