Benjamin Cole
Ford Audio Video
Magna,UT
1
Language
1
Certification
19
years of professional experience
Project coordination professional with a background in piano performance, instruction, and the development of educational resources. Experienced in Project Management, building rapport with instructors and stakeholders, managing multiple priorities, and ensuring projects move smoothly from planning through completion. Brings an informed understanding of piano playing and music education, along with collaborative, detail-oriented approaches to instructional materials, supporting events, and creating meaningful learning experiences. Recognized for thoughtful communication, dependable organization, and the ability to balance the music and the business sides together.
Work History
Project Manager
2 Years 2 Months- Facilitate coordination of daily activities for multiple commercial AV projects, optimizing timelines, resources, and deliverables to meet client and organizational standards.
- Serve as a central point of contact between technical teams, clients, and internal stakeholders to ensure clear communication and smooth project delivery
- Coordinate project meetings, focusing on agenda development, stakeholder engagement, and monitoring action item progress.
- Oversee maintenance of comprehensive project documentation, including schedules, scope changes, and resource plans.
- Support budget tracking, forecasting, and resource allocation to keep projects on schedule and within financial targets
Piano Performance and Teaching
17 Years- Piano performance experience spanning 30 years
- 6 released music albums demonstrating Solo Piano and Orchestral Composition pieces
- 20 years of home piano studio experience, teaching 150+ students piano, composition, organ, and music theory lessons
- Provided live piano performances across various Salt Lake senior living centers
- Music Notation professional with proficiency in Finale and Sibelius
- Daily piano practice averaging 1-2 hours
Program Director/Lead Teacher
7 Years- Directed day-to-day operations of a multi-site nonprofit program, aligning classes with sponsorship goals
- Directed budget management with $300k annual resources to maintain financial accountability.
- Taught Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Piano Classes at East High School
- Facilitated collaboration across educators, administrators, and program sponsors
- Facilitated regular meetings, trainings, and communications
- Ensured compliance with curriculum standards and operational record-keeping
Education
Masters of Music - Film Scoring
Bachelor of Music - Film Scoring
Skills
Project management
Project planning and development
Team collaboration and training
Advanced Piano Skill
Music Theory and notation
Church Leadership and Policy
Certification
- Spanish Language Proficiency (Conversational)
- CTS Certification (AVIXA Certified Technology Specialist)
- Full-time Mission – Peru Lima South, (2008-2010)
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Project Manager
Ford Audio Video
06.2024 - CurrentRead More
Program Director/Lead Teacher
Youth Enrichment Foundation
06.2017 - 06.2024Read More
Piano Performance and Teaching
Home Studio
06.2007 - 06.2024Read More
Berklee College of Music
Masters of Music from Film Scoring
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Berklee College of Music
Bachelor of Music from Film Scoring
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