Today we’d like to introduce you to Rhakim Todman.
Hi Rhakim, so excited to have you on the platform. So, before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
At the early age of five years, I began playing the keyboard pressing the different keys that would create different melodies. This is the moment that my passion for music began as I watched my father turn knobs on the equalizer, trying to find the right frequencies for different genre music that would evolve through the speakers. My current path and goal in becoming an audio engineer and entrepreneur of my recording company “Press Da Button” has been great for the moment as I would use my younger keyboard melodies and apply it to different artists to help create songs, record, and mix them. As I continued to grow, I not only helped to create the artist’s songs but also applied this knowledge while watching how my father eq different music and applied it to my career.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not, what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
To be honest, when trying to achieve major goals, it is never easy. However, my biggest challenge came while I was living back home in the British Virgin Islands and this was not having access to a studio on my own time. I must acknowledge a good friend of mine, Tony Smith, who willingly provided my friends and I with a trailer, which we then turned into our very own studio, Press Da Button Studio. As a young man in the music industry, I always aspired to learn and gain knowledge that would help me to improve my craft. This motivated me to relocate to Orlando, Florida, where I earned my degree in Recording Arts and my Master’s in Business and Entertainment at Full Sail University. Other than that, I am happy to say that I have received overwhelming support from my colleagues, older and younger ones in the community.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
To provide recording, audio mixing, producing and mastering services to new, current, and upcoming artists in the music industry. We encourage all aspiring artists around the globe to pursue that dream for which they have a passion. From the very experienced artists to those who suffer from low self-esteem or a lack of self-confidence, we offer quality services at an affordable and competitive rate, without compromising our professionalism or integrity. PDB not only takes you to the next level, but we also take your career to soaring heights. As encouraged by my Grammy award and multi-platinum winning colleagues Leslie, Kori, and Cruz [Respect the Engineer], “Celeb, Press Da Button” precedes every recording produced/mixed by PDB.I am confident that I can positively contribute to the continued success of PDB or any organization if given the opportunity.
Marketing Goals:
• To operate a business where the need of the consumer comes first.
• To offer a friendly and courteous service in a professional and comfortable environment
• To remain competitive in the entertainment industry by offering high-quality audio productions at affordable rates
• To provide the best quality customer service possible.
• To build an atmosphere that fosters innovation, creativity and a continued level of increased productivity which enables PDB to maintain its competitive edge and increased profitability.
Video promos that will be used on social media platforms to attract clients, create greatness, and build long-lasting relationships include Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Additionally, the use and distribution of flyers, business cards, brochures, newsletters, and our website will invariably capture great talent and help elevate their sound.
Can you talk to us a bit about happiness and what makes you happy?
Being in an environment surrounded by individuals who share my passion for the love of music. Why? As a professional engineer and business entrepreneur, it is my dream and ultimate career goal to continue to contribute to the health and happiness in people’s lives. To always work alongside those who continue to dedicate their lives to the art of creating music.
Contact Info:
- Email: pressdabuttonpdb@gmail.com
- Website: http://www.pressdabuttonpdb.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pressdabuttonpdb
Image Credits
Ricki Richardson Photography
