Britni Ruff
Musician
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Detail-oriented professional and industry-savvy professional with strong creative acumen and demonstrated history of developing positive working relationships with clients. Highly skilled in event coordination. Adept at identifying booking opportunities compatible with client career goals and industry niche.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Founding Artistic Director
2OH1 Studios
Atlanta, GA
10.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented an artistic vision for the Artist Collective @ 2OH1 Studios.
- Collaborated with local artists to produce virtual and in-person live music events.
- Supported 40+ artists with creative development and accessing paid performance opportunities.
Assistant Director - Contemp. Pop Music Ensemble
Spelman College Department of Music
Atlanta, Georgia
08.2019 - Current
- Conducted auditions for new musicians and assisted with the selection process.
- Attended rehearsals, providing guidance and feedback on vocal and instrumental performance.
- Coordinated on-campus performances and off-campus appearances
- Selected and arranged repertoire for mixed voice and instrumental ensemble.
Background Singer
Freelancer
Atlanta, GA
01.2013 - Current
- Learned and rehearsed vocal parts for various musical styles, including pop, rock, jazz, country, gospel and folk.
- Performed backup vocals with a band in live shows and recording sessions.
- Performed with and opened for artists including Missy Elliott, Musiq Soulchild, Anthony Hamilton, PJ Morton, STOUT, Lloyd, Elle Varner, and more.
Executive Producer
The Love Scene R&B
Atlanta, Georgia
10.2024 - 10.2024
- Coordinated all booking for The Love Scene featuring. India Shawn, Terrell Carter, STOUT, Keeyen Martin & The Artist Collective @ 2oh1 Studios.
- Selected and negotiated contracts with artists, band, venue, media, photographers, and production staff.
- Organized production schedules, budgets, and staff rosters to ensure efficient show day operations.
Vocal Coach
Marvel Studios - Agatha All Along
Atlanta, GA
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Instructed Kathryn Hahn and supporting actors on proper vocal techniques, such as projection, breathing and posture.
- Conducted one-on-one and group coaching on set.
- Provided constructive feedback during filming to help improve vocal performance and delivery of lines.
Manager
Trap Music Museum
Atlanta, Georgia
07.2018 - 08.2021
- Designed and Implemented visitor process improvements, resulting in an increase in operational efficiency.
- Managed shift schedules and task delegation for 12 direct reports, monitored staff performance and implemented visitor policies.
- Coordinated staffing and site operations for special events.
Private Music Instructor
Tudor Village Music
Avondale Estates, Georgia
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Taught music theory, vocal & piano technique, ear training, sight singing and performance skills to students of all ages.
- Taught popular music techniques and vocal arranging.
- Integrated music technology into teaching practices by using computer software programs such as Sibelius, Logic and Bandlab.
Background Singer
House of Flav
Atlanta, GA
09.2018 - 01.2021
- Arranged and performed background vocals for televised artist showcases hosted by Angie Stone featuring Kevin McCall and Musiq Soulchild.
- Learned and rehearsed vocal parts for multiple artists for same-day performance filming.
- Assisted in mixing and mastering tracks in post-production to achieve desired levels of volume, tone, clarity and depth.
A&R Assistant
Beatroot Music
Memphis, TN
06.2018 - 01.2021
- Developed and maintained relationships with producers, songwriters, artists, and labels to ensure successful partnerships.
- Organized and tracked music submissions for review by A&R team.
- Researched emerging talent in order to present new opportunities to the A&R team.
- Prepared reports on artist performance and market trends as requested by A&R team members.
- Coordinated promotional campaigns for newly signed artists in partnership with marketing teams.
Intern
TuneCore
Atlanta, GA
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Assisted in the development of marketing materials for activations and local artist events.
- Managed logistics and site operations for A3C 2018 TuneCore Activation
- Managed logistics and site operations for 2018 Atlanta Artist Showcase.
Intern
Twelve Studios
Atlanta, GA
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Created custom content for Twelve Studios' social media accounts.
- Managed client inquiries and bookings.
- Assisted with event planning, support and execution of virtual and in-person engagements.
Music Assistant
True Colors Theatre - The First Noel
Atlanta, GA
08.2017 - 01.2018
- Supported Music Director and Composers with creating choral voicings for new Broadway musical.
- Recorded changes to arrangements in real-time and produced new scores for vocalists and instrumentalists in Finale.
- Led music-only rehearsals with ensemble and lead actors.
Education
Music
Spelman College
Atlanta, GA05-2017
Skills
- Front of House Operations
- Technical Direction
- Organizational Development
- Fundraising expertise
- Vocal coaching
- Composition and Arranging
- Creative vision
- Partnership Building
- Financial Oversight
- Production Scheduling
- Contract Negotiation
Affiliations
- Femme it Forward: Next Gem Femme Mentee
- #StartWith8: Women In Hollywood Mentee
- Sounds Promising Young Composers Fellow
- Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity Member
Work Preference
Work Type
Contract WorkLanguages
English
Native language
Timeline
Executive Producer
The Love Scene R&B
10.2024 - 10.2024
Vocal Coach
Marvel Studios - Agatha All Along
03.2023 - 05.2023
Founding Artistic Director
2OH1 Studios
10.2020 - Current
Assistant Director - Contemp. Pop Music Ensemble
Spelman College Department of Music
08.2019 - Current
Private Music Instructor
Tudor Village Music
01.2019 - 01.2021
Background Singer
House of Flav
09.2018 - 01.2021
Intern
TuneCore
09.2018 - 01.2019
Manager
Trap Music Museum
07.2018 - 08.2021
A&R Assistant
Beatroot Music
06.2018 - 01.2021
Intern
Twelve Studios
09.2017 - 05.2018
Music Assistant
True Colors Theatre - The First Noel
08.2017 - 01.2018
Background Singer
Freelancer
01.2013 - Current
Music
Spelman College
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