BRIAN M. KOHN
Jackson,NJ
Summary
Lead day-to-day operations for a 15-person creative agency managing 40+ active clients Oversee fulfillment, production, and delivery of hundreds of content assets weekly Manage and scale a 13+ person creative team across editors, creators, and contractors Founder-adjacent operator responsible for execution, client satisfaction, and retention Drive creative strategy, social execution, and paid media support for brand partners.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Operations & Client Strategy
Illusia Agency
New Jersey
09.2023 - Current
- Lead and optimize day-to-day operations for a fast-growing creative agency, ensuring seamless execution of content production, social media campaigns, influencer activations, and paid advertising that drive client growth and engagement.
- Serve as primary operational and client-facing leader, overseeing scopes, timelines, deliverables, and long-term client relationships
- Manage and coordinate a 13+ person creative team, ensuring quality control and a two-week turnaround across hundreds of assets weekly
- Run weekly leadership and production meetings, maintaining the fulfillment funnel and aligning execution with business and revenue goals
- Act as right-hand operator to founders and CEO, supporting strategic planning, operational decisions, and agency growth initiatives
- Oversee shoot scheduling and production logistics, including travel coordination, talent management, and on-site execution
- Contribute to creative direction and campaign strategy to ensure content aligns with brand identity, platform trends, and performance benchmarks
- Support invoicing, onboarding, scope management, and internal process optimization
- Promoted twice within one year in recognition of leadership, execution excellence, and expanded responsibility
Master of Ceremonies & DJ
Royal Entertainment Productions
Freehold, NJ
04.2017 - Current
- Lead MC and DJ for weddings and large-scale live events, managing teams of 10+ staff and coordinating complex timelines for events with 500+ attendees
- Serve as primary liaison between clients, vendors, and venue staff to ensure seamless execution in high-pressure environments
- Deliver high-energy, audience-focused performances while managing run-of-show execution and real-time problem-solving
- Train and mentor junior DJs and contribute to operational improvements across event productions
Creative & Marketing Intern
Real Talent Management
Freehold, NJ
12.2021 - 12.2023
- Supported talent management operations by building relationships with artists, venues, and partners to facilitate bookings and brand collaborations
- Assisted with content strategy, influencer outreach, and social media execution to increase visibility and engagement
- Designed promotional assets, curated branded playlists, and supported event logistics and campaign launches
- Analyzed engagement metrics and contributed creative insights to improve campaign performance
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, Music Industry
Towson University
Skills
- Agency operations and fulfillment
- Client strategy and relationship management
- Creative direction and campaign strategy
- Social media management
- Production scheduling and logistics
- Team leadership and workflow optimization
- Influencer coordination
- Executive support
- AI workflow tools: ChatGPT, Gemini, Higgsfield AI, Midjourney, Luma AI
- Content creation and editing: CapCut, Adobe Photoshop
- Operational oversight
- Productivity tools: Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite
- Live production: Serato, RekordBox
Leadership And Honors
- Theta Chi Fraternity, Towson University, President, 12/01/22, 12/01/23, Oversaw chapter operations and managed 50+ members
- Matthew Lenno Integrity & Involvement Award, Towson University, 04/01/23, Awarded for outstanding leadership and campus involvement
Personal Information
Title: HEAD OF OPERATIONS & CLIENT STRATEGY
Tools And Technology
ChatGPT, Gemini, Higgsfield AI, Midjourney, Luma AI, CapCut, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, Serato (Advanced), RekordBox (Advanced)
Summary - Impact Snapshot
- Lead day-to-day operations for a 15-person creative agency managing 40+ active clients
- Oversee fulfillment, production, and delivery of hundreds of content assets weekly
- Manage and scale a 13+ person creative team across editors, creators, and contractors
- Founder-adjacent operator responsible for execution, client satisfaction, and retention
- Drive creative strategy, social execution, and paid media support for brand partners
Websites
Timeline
Head of Operations & Client Strategy
Illusia Agency
09.2023 - Current
Creative & Marketing Intern
Real Talent Management
12.2021 - 12.2023
Master of Ceremonies & DJ
Royal Entertainment Productions
04.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, Music Industry
Towson University