Michael Nigro
About Michael Nigro
Michael Nigro serves as the Associate Director of Global Digital Music Operations at The Orchard in Sydney, Australia, and is the founder of Oxtail Recordings in Brooklyn, NY. With a diverse background in media and communication, he has over a decade of experience in digital operations and music management.
Work at Orchard
Michael Nigro has held multiple positions at The Orchard, contributing to its digital music operations. He began as a Coordinator in Digital Operations from 2015 to 2016, then progressed to Manager of Digital Operations from 2016 to 2018. After a brief stint as Senior Manager in 2018, he returned to The Orchard as Senior Manager, Digital Operations from 2019 to 2020 in Sydney, Australia. Since 2020, he has served as Associate Director, Global Digital Music Operations, focusing on advancing the company's digital music initiatives on a global scale.
Education and Expertise
Michael Nigro studied at St. Mark's High School from 2002 to 2006. He then attended the University of Delaware, where he earned an Honors BA in Communication with a minor in Interactive Media from 2006 to 2010. His educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in media and communication, which he has applied throughout his career in various roles, particularly in digital operations and music.
Background
Michael Nigro has a diverse professional background that spans various roles in media and communication. He has worked in video production, digital operations, and eCommerce, gaining experience in both the Australian and American music markets. His career began in broadcasting, where he served as a Program Coordinator and On-Air Host at Delmarva Broadcasting. He later transitioned to digital roles, including positions at Grovo and Charles Isaacs Photographs, before focusing on digital music operations at The Orchard.
Achievements
As the founder of Oxtail Recordings since 2014, Michael Nigro has accumulated a decade of entrepreneurial experience in the music industry. His work at The Orchard has been significant in advancing digital music operations on a global scale. His roles have allowed him to develop a comprehensive understanding of the digital music landscape, contributing to his expertise in managing operations across different markets.