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Maja Vidmar Klarić (HR)

Fani — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 09:15:08 +0000

Maja Vidmar Klarić is an accomplished leader with nearly 15 years of experience in copyright management, intellectual property rights, and the music industry. As the Executive Director of Croatia Records, the region’s leading record label, she is dedicated to developing innovative solutions, preserving musical heritage, and supporting artists in realizing their creative potential.

Previously, as Director of ZAPRAF, Maja oversaw key operations and projects for the Croatian Phonographic Association, leading initiatives such as the Nova Ploča Awards, Diskografska Spajalica, Inkubator Dobre Glazbe, and the Top HR Music Awards. She has played a vital role in promoting artistic excellence and recognizing musicians’ contributions to cultural development.

Her expertise extends to legislation and policy-making, having been a member of the Working Group for drafting the new Copyright and Related Rights Act. She actively collaborates with domestic and international stakeholders in intellectual property, contributing to industry advancements. She is also a member of the Croatian Copyright Society and the Cooperation Group with Intellectual Property Rights Holders at the State Intellectual Property Office.

Maja holds a law degree from the University of Zagreb and is completing a Postgraduate Specialist Study in Intellectual Property. Her core competencies include strategic leadership, digital transformation, partnership development, and intellectual property expertise. Her vision for Croatia Records focuses on integrating tradition with innovation, expanding into global markets, and strengthening support for artists and emerging talent.

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Aneta Jurišić (HR)

Fani — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 09:09:05 +0000

Aneta Jurišić is a Catalog Manager at Croatia Records, specializing in digital music distribution, metadata management, and strategic positioning. With three years of experience in the role, she ensures that the label’s extensive catalog is effectively managed and optimized across major streaming platforms.

Her responsibilities include overseeing the content uploading process, ensuring accurate metadata, and maintaining compliance with platform standards. By closely monitoring analytics and market trends, she refines digital distribution strategies to enhance visibility and audience engagement. Adapting to the ever-changing music industry landscape, she implements data-driven and innovative approaches to maximize reach and performance.

Beyond distribution, Aneta plays a key role in marketing and promotional efforts, leveraging tools and resources from streaming platforms to boost catalog visibility. She optimizes playlist placements, explores editorial and algorithmic opportunities, and develops strategies to strengthen Croatia Records’ digital presence.

A crucial part of her work involves direct collaboration with artists, managers, and industry professionals to ensure the best representation of their music online. By aligning promotional strategies with their artistic vision, she helps maximize their reach and impact.

Aneta’s goal is to continuously refine Croatia Records’ digital strategies, ensuring competitiveness and relevance in a rapidly evolving industry. Through a combination of data analysis, promotional expertise, and strategic planning, she contributes to the ongoing growth and success of the label in the digital music space.

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Sanja Burlović (HR)

petrosadmin — Tue, 14 May 2024 08:37:26 +0000

Sanja Burlović, born in Rijeka, Croatia, is a producer, organizer, activist in the field of cultural policies, human rights and ex squatter. She studied at the University of Zagreb – humanistic science. Taking on the role of Program Coordinator at Attack since 2001, she has shown her commitment and expertise in the organization of various events (theatre festivals, music programs, creative industries, visual arts productions).

She is the coordinator of the association now, where she is responsible for the development of programs such as education, visual arts, public actions, inclusive cultural and social programs. Her extensive career and diverse experience testify to her deep involvement in the independent cultural and arts sector, as well as her influence on various aspects of cultural life and activism.

Links:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanja-burlovi%C4%87-bb247734/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sanjicaburlovic/,@sanjasole

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Marko Dješka (HR)

petrosadmin — Sun, 12 May 2024 08:57:58 +0000

Comic artist, illustrator and animation director from Croatia. His student films ‘Slaughtered’ (2010) and ‘The Son of Satan’ (2012) earned notable success at many festivals, and the film ‘Slaughtered’ was bought by the TV station El Rey Network owned by producer Robert Rodriguez. Film ‘Ghost Town’ won the Octavian award at a festival in Zagreb as the best animated film in Croatian production in 2016.

His recent animated film, ‘All Those Sensations in my Belly’ has won 25 awards and mentions and has been shown on more than a 200 festivals worldwide, such as Annecy in France, Outfest and Rhode Island Festival in USA, Message to Man and Big Cartoon in Russia, Animafest in Zagreb and OIAF in Ottawa (Canada) where it won the best script award too.

He is also the co-founder of the Adriatic Animation Studio for animation production in Zagreb, and one of the organizers of the OHOHO Festival of Comics and Street Art since 2019. He’s been publishing short comics in many magazines worldwide. He is also the editor of two comic magazines OHOHOzin and Strip-Prefiks.

Links:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markodjeska/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markocomix/

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Mateja Pribanic (HR)

petrosadmin — Sat, 11 May 2024 09:11:35 +0000

Mateja Pribanić – Born in 1992 in Zagreb, in 2013 she enrolled in the study of philosophy and religious studies at the Faculty of Philosophy of the Society of Jesus. Surrounded by a feminist worldview, but without specific education, she enrolled in the educational program of the Center for Women’s Studies in 2016, and in 2017 she completed her undergraduate studies with a thesis on Feminist Theology. Although she gained most of her work experience as the barista, her long-term volunteer collaboration with civil society organizations acquainted her with logistical, financial, and administrative processes, as well as the organization of public events, including a four-year collaboration with the Zagreb Pride team.

In 2021, she became an employee of the Autonomous Cultural Center Attack! as a program coordinator, including production within projects such as SubScena, Festival of Alternative Theatre Expression and Ohoho festival of DiY underground comics and street art. She also works part-time as a Logistics Manager for UK music festivals Outlook Origins, Dimensions Festival, and Hospitality on the Beach.

Links:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roachrattt/

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Dario Draštata (HR)

Fani — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 18:27:17 +0000

Dario Draštata is executive director of Dallas Records Croatia and Serbia with almost 3 decades
of experience in music industry, from record label & publishing, to promoting, booking and
management. Before starting at Dallas Records he was DJ, music editor and
music journalist . Since it’s foundation in 2018 he is president of RUNDA – regional indie labels
association from Adria region and from September 2023. Chair of IMPALA independent music
companies associations. He’s also a board member of WIN and HDU/Zapraf – Croatian
Discographic Association and Collective Society.

Social Media Links:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dario.drastata/
Instagram: @dariodrastata
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dario-draštata-32714b14
Twitter: @drastata
DALLAS RECORDS: https://www.facebook.com/DallasRecordsOfficialPage/
RUNDA: http://www.runda.digital
IMPALA: https://www.impalamusic.org

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