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Edwin Ortiz

Clifton

Summary

Artist Manager with proven expertise at Boricua Boy Productions, excelling in contract negotiation and project management. Successfully enhanced artist visibility through strategic booking and market analysis, while fostering strong relationships with industry professionals. Adept at multitasking and resolving conflicts, ensuring seamless operations and client satisfaction in a fast-paced environment. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Manager/Operator

Luxury NYC
NEW YORK/CLIFTON
01.2015 - Current
  • Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
  • Monitored performance of personnel against goals set forth by the company.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
  • Provided direction and guidance to employees.
  • Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
  • Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
  • Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product excellence.
  • Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
  • Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
  • Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.

Artist Manager/General Manager

Boricua Boy Productions/
Clifton
01.2009 - Current
  • Collaborated with major artists in studio, hiring producers, songwriters, and musicians.
  • Coordinated artist bookings for TV shows, podcasts, and interviews with publicist.
  • Accompanied artists, managers, and promoters on tour dates to ensure seamless operations.
  • Negotiated contracts with labels and booking agencies alongside legal department.
  • Managed invoices and ensured timely vendor payments.
  • Analyzed market trends with production team to identify growth opportunities.
  • Oversaw artist calendars, sending reminders for events while managing schedules.
  • Facilitated communication of client reservations to relevant staff members.
  • Created press kits for the artist including bios, photos, reviews and media coverage.
  • Assisted in developing creative strategies for album launches and single releases.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with music industry professionals.
  • Arranged travel accommodations including flights, hotels and ground transportation.
  • Attended meetings with label executives to discuss marketing plans for upcoming releases.

Education

Master of Arts - Business Administration And Management

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
10-2022

Skills

  • Contract negotiation
  • Project management
  • Market analysis
  • Artist representation
  • Financial management
  • Event coordination
  • Problem solving
  • Customer service
  • Multitasking capacity

Languages

English Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Owner/Manager/Operator

Luxury NYC
01.2015 - Current

Artist Manager/General Manager

Boricua Boy Productions/
01.2009 - Current

Master of Arts - Business Administration And Management

University of Phoenix