Justin Brotman
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Dynamic talent agent with expertise in market research, contract negotiation, and promotional event coordination. Proven ability to foster relationships with industry professionals, enhancing visibility and collaboration opportunities for artists.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Musician
Self Employed
- Composed original music for diverse genres, showcasing adaptability and creativity.
- Performed live in various venues, engaging audiences and enhancing performance skills.
- Collaborated with fellow musicians to arrange pieces, fostering teamwork and creative synergy.
- Managed logistics for performances, ensuring smooth execution of events and schedules.
Talent Agent
Ripchord Entertainment
Gilbert Arizona
08.2024 - Current
- Conducted market research to identify emerging talent trends and potential clients.
- Coordinated promotional events, enhancing visibility for represented artists within the industry.
- Developed and maintained relationships with industry professionals, fostering collaboration opportunities.
- Negotiated contracts with artists and secured contracts resulting in performance contract execution.
Adjunct Faculty Member
Scottsdale Community College
Scottsdale, AZ
08.2007 - 05.2014
- Designed engaging curriculum materials to get the best from every one of my students
- Facilitated interactive classroom discussion and playing to promote a music rich learning environment
- Students required to perform progress jury in front of panel of faculty and staff.
- Developed course objectives aligned with institutional standards and learning goals.
Adjunct Faculty Instructor
Arizona State University, Tempe Campus
Tempe, AZ
08.2007 - 05.2011
- Developed course syllabi and instructional materials to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Facilitated engaging classroom discussions that promoted critical thinking and collaboration among students.
- Students required to participate in jury performance to evaluate student progress and provide constructive feedback.
- Utilized educational technology tools to enhance instructional delivery and student engagement.
Education
Associate of Arts - Music
Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZNo Degree - Film Composition
Berklee College of Music
Boston, Massachusetts, MASkills
- Cooperative teamwork
- Skilled in conveying information effectively
- Clear feedback delivery
Accomplishments
Musician/ Talent Buyer/ Agent having been a working professional musician for over 30 years, has fostered many working relationships with other quality talent of varying public visibility. As an agent there is a great deal experience on all levels of production from start to execution. Having performed on many wonderful stages from the Talking Stick Resort Amphitheater to the Gallo Center for Performing Arts and everywhere in between, being comfortable on stage is my business. As a talent buyer/agent, it has been a fulfilling life goal of mine to seek out and deliver on performance opportunities to gifted musicians and bands that are not just artistically satiating, but also fairly compensates the artist for their talents and abilities to entertain. As a musician it has been an opprtunity of a lifetime to travel the world and perform with world class talent including Javon Jackson, Rachel Eckroth, George Benson, Dennis Rowland, (Singer for the Count Basie Orchestra) Many years playing locally.
As a Talent Buyer/ Agent through Ripchord Entertainment, managed and booked many acts at Desert Diamond Casinos, Wekopa Casino, Gainey Ranch Golf Club, Seville Country Club, Encanterra, (Blue Star Property) Iron Oaks, (Blue Star Property).
Timeline
Talent Agent
Ripchord Entertainment
08.2024 - Current
Adjunct Faculty Member
Scottsdale Community College
08.2007 - 05.2014
Adjunct Faculty Instructor
Arizona State University, Tempe Campus
08.2007 - 05.2011
Professional Musician
Self Employed
Associate of Arts - Music
Mesa Community College
No Degree - Film Composition
Berklee College of Music