Experience

The Feldman Agency

• Canada
• Entertainment Providers
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Agent

  • Nov 2018 - Present

• Junior Agent

  • Jul 2016 - Nov 2018

  • Represents a diverse group of emerging and established artists such as Tokyo Police Club, Born Ruffians, The Coathangers, Mix Master Mike, ROMES, Pkew Pkew Pkew• Procures live performance and revenue opportunities, facilitates the negotiation and execution of terms to the satisfaction of both clients and talent.• Consistently scouts, signs, and develops new talent that aligns closely with current agency objectives• Maintains excellent relationships with the key players in the music and entertainment industries• Meets and exceeds monthly revenue and retention-based KPIs• Troubleshoots and manages any issues that may arise over the course of talent engagement/activity.• Liaises with Digital Marketing team to promote talent availability and latest news via agency website, newsletters and social media accounts. Show less



Cloud Empire Creative

• Canada
• Entertainment
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Client Services

  • May 2013 - Apr 2016

  DIRECTOR OF CLIENT SERVICES Managing staff of 8 & training entry-level employees Developing training programs and department procedures Developing workback schedules, project policies, & protocols Acting as the primary point of contact for all clients Developed and implemented a monthly reporting system for two departments TALENT BUYING Currently representing 26 venues as primary Talent buyer, from St. John's, NFLD to Edmonton, AB. Negotiating engagements for clients ranging from appearances to performances, for one-off events and experiential marketing initiatives. - Budgets ranging from $5,000 to $150,000. Developing opportunities for brand/venue placement in film/music videos Developing unique media opportunities for clients Client/Venue relations and service sales On-site talent relations for booked engagements PRINT & MERCHANDISE Development of Print layouts for clients. Small and large scale print processing for clients. Development of merchandise designs and orders for clients. Small and large scale merchandise processing for clients. Consultation and development of merchandise and apparel programs for clients. Show less



Port Restaurant

• Pickering, ON

• Bar Leader / Brand Ambassador

  • Sep 2013 - Oct 2014

  Serve clientele in the lounge on the busiest nights. Create custom cocktails to order. Close cash & bar at the end of each shift. Maintain inventory levels & housemade ingredient preparations. Design seasonal cocktail menus, supplemental feature cocktail menus & cocktail pairings. Train & educate staff through bi-weekly seminars featuring skill enhancement & brand education. Act as a representative of the brand at networking events in the cocktail industry. Evaluate & audit guest experiences on-site at the restaurant. Show less



ENT Marketing

• Toronto, Ontario

• Talent Procurement (Sponsorships)

  • Jan 2013 - Nov 2013

  Develop & Design Sponsorship proposals issued to booking/managment for National tours Negotiated Music Sponsorships for Visa Canada (Visa Infinite). Procured Music Talent for events for Visa Canada, The CFL Player's association, Bell Canada, and Westjet. Maintain correspondence with major booking agencies/managment companies in North America. Develop client sponsorship proposals for artists. Provide input on creative endeavors in relation to sponsorships Update and maintain fluctuating inventory database. Research inventory details and update client services team accordingly. Perform market research for target markets in relation to upcoming initiatives. Show less



Barchef

• Assistant Bar Manager

  • Nov 2012 - Mar 2013

  Create on and off-menu cocktails upon request for clientele.Maintain inventory levels on a daily, weekly and bi-weekly basis.Manage a staff of bartenders and servers most nights of the week.Act as liason between entry-level employees and upper management.Maintain evolving ingredient aging program.Perform end of day cash outs.Open and close the bar on a regular basis as a keyholder.

• Bartender

  • Sep 2011 - Nov 2012

  Bartended 4 nights a week, ensuring the highest quality service for clienteleAssisted in training and educating new staffMaintained inventory on a bi-weekly basis, and day to day ordering of fresh ingredients



Canada Rugby League

• Toronto, ON

• Intern

  • May 2012 - Nov 2012

  Performed flyering and word of mouth marketing in downtown Toronto Selected and delegated regions for a team of 4 people for flyering Performed word of mouth marketing and flyering at competing sporting events Managed and executed game day setup schedule with a team of 20 volunteers Ensured sponsorship banners and signage were set up for maximum exposure Maintained ticket sales and information request databases Performed flyering and word of mouth marketing in downtown Toronto Selected and delegated regions for a team of 4 people for flyering Performed word of mouth marketing and flyering at competing sporting events Managed and executed game day setup schedule with a team of 20 volunteers Ensured sponsorship banners and signage were set up for maximum exposure Maintained ticket sales and information request databases



Serai Social Club

• Canada
• Food and Beverage Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Bar Manager

  • Oct 2010 - Aug 2011

  Developed and maintained inventory system for the bar Developed 4 week (8 hour) introduction to spirits and mixology program for members Trained and managed restaurant staff Developed and maintained inventory system for the bar Developed 4 week (8 hour) introduction to spirits and mixology program for members Trained and managed restaurant staff



The Great Farini

• Port Hope, ON

• Lounge Manager, Events Manager, Bartender

  • Sep 2008 - Aug 2009

  Promoted to Events Manager within 2 months, responsible for event bookings and acted as liaison between the bar and various booking agencies Ensured budgeting and break-even objectives were met through promotions and ticketing Maximized local advertising utilizing local media (Star 93.3, Port Hope Evening Guide) Managed event day operations including security, bar staff, sound systems and ticketing Co-ordinated setup and tear down of all events Acted as first point of contact for venue rental inquiries, and as liaison and coordinator for all outside clientele Show less



Echo Boom Music Expo

• Cobourg, ON

• Project Manager

  • Jan 2008 - Aug 2008

  Developed an 8 hour music festival hosting bands from across southern Ontario Developed a marketing plan for the event, including the uses of street promotions, media outlets, and band-to-fan exposure Developed event on a budget starting with $0, and increased to $15,000 through ticket sales and sponsorships Developed, negotiated and activated sponsorship packages for 7 local sponsors Organized flyering campaign and delegated regions to a team of 25 volunteers Managed promotions and ticketing teams, setting and evaluating goals for exposure and sales on a bi-weekly basis Negotiated artist contracts with 3 separate booking agencies Oversaw all creative processes for promotions, utilizing outsourced talent Show less



Underground Operations Booking Agency

• Musicians
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Artist Management Assistant, Office Intern

  • Jun 2007 - Jun 2008

  Maintained accounts payable/receivable & Artist recoups Co-ordinated distribution of promotional packages and merchandise purchases Constructed and distributed press releases to a contact database Maintained and updated contact database Worked closely with the head of management, maintaining schedules and relationships, and coordinating artist promotional goods/materials Maintained accounts payable/receivable & Artist recoups Co-ordinated distribution of promotional packages and merchandise purchases Constructed and distributed press releases to a contact database Maintained and updated contact database Worked closely with the head of management, maintaining schedules and relationships, and coordinating artist promotional goods/materials



Insurgent Productions

• Cobourg, ON

• Owner, Project Manager

  • Nov 1997 - Jun 2008

  Trained and managed staff and volunteers for ticketing, security and promotions Organized and executed over 80 events. Maintained budgets and financing for events from $0 to $1000 (small scale) Negotiated artist payouts, equipment rentals and venue rentals Trained and managed staff and volunteers for ticketing, security and promotions Organized and executed over 80 events. Maintained budgets and financing for events from $0 to $1000 (small scale) Negotiated artist payouts, equipment rentals and venue rentals