Experience

PVTSTCK (Private Stock)

• United States
• Music
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Owner

  • Jun 2013 - Present

  A Chicago-based creative agency on a mission to cultivate a lasting impact within and without the frequencies of the city. Well-versed in sound, image, and authentic connections, we are creators-- diverse artisans of culture. As the Founder, I coordinate with all distributors, including international sales and licensing, supervising promotional activities with press, radio, and tour venues, project management and product development and manufacturing. I also discover quality talent, working with producers and songwriters, choosing and finding songs that fit each individual artist, oversee mixing and mastering, artwork, and all areas of production. In addition, I create and update website with fresh content daily, maintain story placement, photos, event announcements, upcoming releases, and tracks to download ► Draft promotional assets for label releases to be delivered to press and later featured on label’s website. ► Communicate with Apple Music, Spotify, Tidal and generate sales reports to my team monthly. For more information about my studio, visit http://www.pvtstck.com Show less



Papi Beatz

• Artist Management

  • Aug 2010 - Present

  MGMT: jason@pvtstck.com INFO: www.pvtstck.com/papi-beatz MGMT: jason@pvtstck.com INFO: www.pvtstck.com/papi-beatz



Heart of the City TV

• United States
• Movies, Videos, and Sound
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Co-Founder/Editor

  • Aug 2012 - Jan 2017

  In this position, I was responsible for monetizing content through sales, casting, content development, staffing, budgeting & financial oversight, & post-production management. OTHER RESPONSIBILTIES ► Implemented & directed a favorable media campaign with multi-channel marketing. ► Sourced and planned logistics and crews for shoots to meet production deadlines and budget constraints ►Oversaw all aspects of publishing and promoting editorial content across a multi-media digital platform In this leadership position as an Editor, I created and implemented strategies to increase efficiency while maintaining deliveries of high quality content. I also created optimized content for blogs and videos with over 1 million total YouTube views. For more information about my expertise in as an Editor, feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn or request my resume. Show less



LPZ Studios

• Music

• Co-Founder/Editor

  • Nov 2012 - Apr 2016

  ►Managed all operations and booking for studio and label. ►Managed the company’s social media platforms via company website, Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, and Instagram. ►Managed all operations and booking for studio and label. ►Managed the company’s social media platforms via company website, Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, and Instagram.



U.S. Cellular

• United States
• Retail

• Multi-Unit Store Manager

  • May 2005 - May 2013

  As a manager, I ensured efficient and correct store operations, product updates, and general store maintenance. I led and inspired a team of approximately 15 associates at two retail locations. Built organizational talent by promoting the development of internal leaders, as well as championing the identification and attraction of high potential external candidates. OTHER RESPONSIBILTIES ►Provided guidance to Operations leaders to help them connect the metrics to business processes and focus on continuous improvement strategies to achieve business objectives. ►Mentored new leaders in the area with on-boarding, orientation and training. Served as lead store manager to facilitate district initiatives. ►Proactively monitored all adjustment, payroll and performance-related reports to forecast any potential exposure to the organization. KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS ►Exceeded multiple key performance indicators including; 100% gross additions, 137% prepaid additions. ►Led location for the Chicago Market in phone protection add-ons for 2012, through modeling, teaching, coaching and holding associates accountable in a consultative sales approach. ► Achieved 115% small and medium business customer additions for 2012 by leading team through in-store prospecting, calling blitzes and prospecting calls. Account manager for in-store SMB clients. ► Mentored and developed direct and indirect reports, which led to the advancement of 8 associates. For more information about my accomplishments, feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn Show less



GoodLife Music Group

• United States
• Musicians
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Founder

  • Sep 2007 - Nov 2012

  GoodLife Music Group is an American record label and home to a diverse family of musical artists, focused predominately in Hip Hop and urban music. Managing the company’s social media platforms, I engage viewers and client through the company’s website visit, Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, and Instagram. I drafted and posted content, monitored accounts, and reported ROI. I also assisted in active press campaigns for artists and record labels by drafting press releases, Bios, compiling EPKs, and press mailings. Request my resume to learn more about my contributions in this position. Show less