It’s summertime! And thank goodness because summer means new interns! It’s an honor and a privilege for us to introduce to you our brand new interns. Please welcome Jessie Mellott, Dawson O’Brien, and Cali Weddle to the team! Though we haven’t known them long, it’s obvious they’re full of passion, drive, and kindness. You can learn a little bit about them with us by reading on below!
Welcome to the team, you guys! So glad you’re here.
Jessie Mellott
What do you love to do? Hobbies? Activities?
Aside from music, I love soccer, drama tv shows/movies, and fantasy novels. I love watching women's soccer and British premier league. Some drama shows I like watching are Supergirl, Pretty Little Liars, The Vampire Diaries, and Gossip Girl, but I also loved the comedy show The Good Place. Some of my favorite book series are The Darkest Minds and The Taking.
If you could only eat one thing for the rest of your life what would it be?
Mangos! I know it's not a meal, but I love mangos.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
I have not quite decided yet between management or publishing. I think both sound very interesting and am looking to figure out which I would prefer to pursue.
Favorite musicians, artists, genres, equipment, shows you’ve been to...tell us anything you love about music.
My taste is music has been changing a little since I started college. I used to exclusively listen to pop, but I currently love listening to folk, acoustic, and alternative music. One of my current favorite artists is Gordi and I have loved Jason Mraz for many years. In my hometown, Hershey, PA, I saw my first concert Matchbox 20 and the Goo Goo Dolls, as well as Train and Maroon 5. I also enjoyed seeing For King and Country here in Nashville my freshman year, but haven't been able to see too much down here because COVID hit in the middle of my freshman year. I am excited to start seeing live music again as more continues to open up. I love that music can bring people together through artists and songwriters experiences and carry you through tough times by connecting to songs on a deeper level. Music is taken in through your ears, but I love the way music can make you feel in your heart.
What is your favorite part about Nashville?
I'm not sure exactly what my favorite thing is, but the difference in weather from my hometown in Pennsylvania is nice. I also find that people tend to be slightly nicer here out on the streets.
Why did you choose to intern here?
I chose to intern here because of what I took away from the spring internship fair at Belmont. I knew I was looking to intern at a management company, but really liked the conversation I had with Erin and Maggie about the work environment and being able to learn as much as I can with this opportunity.
What would you like to get out of this internship?
I am hoping to use this experience to be able to apply what I am learning in my classes at Belmont and learn more at Olivia Management through hands-on experience. My goal is to do and learn as much as I am able to during my time here.
Dawson O’Brien
What do you love to do? Hobbies? Activities?
Outside of being a normal Belmont student, I am a lacrosse coach for a local middle school. Also, comedy has always been a passion of mine, so you might catch me at an open mic!
If you could only eat one thing for the rest of your life what would it be?
T A C O B E L L
What do you want to be when you grow up?
I have two dreams: I really want to become a business manager for entertainers, or become a professional comedian.
Favorite musicians, artists, genres, equipment, shows you’ve been to...tell us anything you love about music.
Favorite Artists/Bands (currently): - The Kid Laroi - Machine Gun Kelly - blink-182 - Silk Sonic - Post Malone Favorite Musicians: - Kurt Cobain - Tom DeLonge - Miley Cyrus - Travis Barker - Mark Hoppus Favorite Shows: - Travis Scott's Astroworld Tour - The Beach Boys - MGK's Tickets To My Downfall Tour (I haven't gone yet but I know it'll be one of my favs) - Kendrick Lamar - blink-182
What is your favorite part about Nashville?
I love the vibe here. "Music City" is the perfect name for Nashville because it is not simply country music anymore like it used to be. It is all kinds of musical genres here! I also love how the city loves their professional sports teams, as well as have one of the biggest comedy clubs in the nation.
Why did you choose to intern here?
I have heard great things about Olivia Management, and I felt very at-home and at-ease when I had conversations with the team members.
What would you like to get out of this internship?
I want to learn more about the duties and activities that go along with management in the entertainment industry, as well as make long-lasting friendships and business relationships.
Cali Weddle
What do you love to do? Hobbies? Activities?
My biggest passion is songwriting and making music. I play guitar and piano and love to sing! I also played college basketball and love anything active! But I’m at my happiest when I’m on a boat somewhere in the middle of the lake :)
If you could only eat one thing for the rest of your life what would it be?
Hot Krispy Kreme donuts!
What do you want to be when you grow up?
I want to be some sort of mix of a manager / creative collaborator / songwriter where I get to work with artists on every aspect of their craft.
Favorite musicians, artists, genres, equipment, shows you’ve been to...tell us anything you love about music.
Some of my favorite artists are Old Dominion, Julia Michaels, Tyler Childers, and Jon Pardi, but NOTHING compares to a live Taylor Swift show! My all time favorite!!
What is your favorite part about Nashville?
I love being in a city full of so many driven, creative people who are working hard to get where they want to be.
Why did you choose to intern here?
I loved the idea of learning the industry from smart, powerful women and being in a space where I was encouraged to ask questions and grow as an individual.
What would you like to get out of this internship?
I hope to get a better understanding of the behind the scenes of the music industry, as well as make connections to help me pursue my future career as an artist manager or songwriter.
Our Returning Superstars: Madison Moll & Kylie Rose
We’re so excited to have Madison Moll and Kylie Rose returning to intern with us this summer. They’re so hardworking, intelligent, welcoming, and kind. Olivia Management is beyond lucky to have two amazing women working alongside us. Cheers, ladies!
