Brynant Cole
Detroit,Michigan
Summary
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
A&R Director/Artist Relations Manager
International Music Relations
New York, NY
01.2025 - Current
- Managed budgeting and financial planning processes for the organization.
- Cultivated frequent and consistent communication with artists to promote schedule alignment.
- Managed book of clients with new projects, account records and client details.
- Facilitated collaborations between signed acts by introducing them to each other's work and negotiating agreements when necessary.
- Provided creative direction in the selection of songs for albums or singles releases.
- Used strong negotiation skills to obtain top-notch bookings.
- Managed and adjusted artist calendars and sent reminders for events.
- Monitored sales figures of released albums and singles to measure success levels.
- Scheduled studio time for recording projects and managed budgets to ensure cost-effectiveness.
- Negotiated between talent and various agencies for contractual arrangements.
- Attended events and performances in off-hours to support artists and build industry rapport.
- Resolved issues between talent and directors to maintain strong, professional relationships.
- Developed budgets for artist tours and other promotional efforts.
- Distributed samples of clients' work and other collateral to obtain audition slots or endorsement deals.
- Conducted interviews and auditions to locate and evaluate potential talent.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase artist engagement.
- Prepared reports on artist performance metrics such as album sales, streaming numbers, ticket sales.
- Managed relationships with industry unions, maintaining positive communication and collaboration.
- Drafted artist bios and media communications to support marketing and promotion.
- Organized photo shoots and video shoots for promotional materials.
- Created campaigns to develop and market clients' brands.
Property Manager
BGSF
Detroit, MI
07.2023 - Current
- Responded to tenant maintenance requests according to agreed conditions for building functionality.
- Implemented rental payment policies and pursued delinquent accounts via phone calls and personal visits.
- Ensured that all rent payments were collected on time by following up with delinquent tenants.
- Coordinated with vendors for the procurement of services such as repairs, renovations, landscaping.
- Established policies regarding tenant relations and enforcement of rules and regulations within the properties.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Met with prospective tenants to show property and assess applications or sign leases.
- Analyzed market conditions regularly to identify opportunities for improving operational efficiency.
- Built relationships with service vendors and submitted associated billing statements.
- Issued non-payment notices to delinquent tenants in accordance with lease, county and state regulations.
- Managed day-to-day activities involving tenants, subcontractors and property management.
- Conducted periodic inspections of properties to ensure compliance with safety regulations and tenant requirements.
Project Manager
The Rich Star Firm
Los Angeles, CA
05.2018 - 05.2023
- Determined project staffing needs and led resource management.
- Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
- Communicated effectively with stakeholders to ensure project goals are met on time and within budget.
- Developed solutions to project risks and issues, meeting quality and timeline goals and objectives.
- Created project status presentations for delivery to customers or project personnel.
- Identified needs and coordinated resource allocation to deliver quality standards on time and within budget.
- Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
- Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.
- Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
- Created team objectives and roles with specific goals outlined for each individual.
Leasing Manager/Assistant Property Manager
Apartments America
Los Angeles/Atlanta, GA, CA
04.1998 - 05.2011
- Performed regular inspections of common areas to ensure proper upkeep and safety standards were being met.
- Used conflict resolution skills to quickly resolve issues among residents.
- Detailed application requirements and answered questions from prospective tenants.
- Conducted informative and personalized tours, resulting in new leases.
- Prepared lease agreements, collected security deposits and rent payments from tenants.
- Oversaw the leasing process from initial inquiry to lease signing, ensuring a smooth experience.
- Reviewed applications from prospective tenants; conducted background checks and credit history reviews.
- Wrote and filed reports each day on current leasing activities.
- Utilized property management software for efficient operation and reporting.
- Kept records of correspondence with residents and tenants.
- Collected first month's rent along with security deposit prior to move-in date.
- Handled resident complaints and expedited maintenance requests.
- Oversaw daily operations, maintenance, and administration of various properties.
- Prepared monthly financial reports for review by the property manager.
- Negotiated rental terms with applicants ensuring that they comply with company policy standards.
- Created tenant files, maintained records of rental payments, and tracked lease agreements.
- Assisted property manager in leasing and marketing activities.
Education
Certificate - Project Manager
Grow With Google
Online-Detroit, MI04-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Music Business
Musicians Institute
Hollywood, CA05-2022
Bachelor of Science - International Business
American InterContinental University, Atlanta, GA,
Atlanta, GA06-2002
Skills
- Project management
- Financial analysis
- Budget development
- Artist relations
- Negotiation skills
- Contract management
- Creative direction
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Organizational skills
- Property management
- Affordable housing programs
- Staff supervision
- Crisis management
- Public relations
- Tour management
- Contract negotiation
- Property inspections
- Property showing
Timeline
A&R Director/Artist Relations Manager
International Music Relations
01.2025 - Current
Property Manager
BGSF
07.2023 - Current
Project Manager
The Rich Star Firm
05.2018 - 05.2023
Leasing Manager/Assistant Property Manager
Apartments America
04.1998 - 05.2011
Certificate - Project Manager
Grow With Google
Bachelor of Arts - Music Business
Musicians Institute
Bachelor of Science - International Business
American InterContinental University, Atlanta, GA,
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