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EXPERIENCE

Portland Event Productions, Portland, OR

Community Outreach Specialist, July 2015 – Present

• Research regional events and businesses to build relationships and client database

• Plan and execute special events for clients

• Organize meetings with clients to discuss logistics for event’s success

• Assist in event design to create layout and ambiance

• Manage event crew and schedule to optimize the build of events

 

Decibel Music and Technology Festival, Seattle, WA

Event Volunteer, September 2015

• Managed ticket booth and VIP access for venues including Re-Bar and Q Nightclub

• Provided information upon request to event attendees and venue staff members

 

KWVA 88.1 fm, Eugene, OR

Radio DJ, January 2015 – July 2015

• Created weekly 1 hour  playlist of House tracks for live show, “The Club House”

• Assisted with production for KWVA sponsored events

• Authored editorial reviews for new albums used by DJs

 

University of Oregon Cultural Forum, Eugene, OR

Willamette Valley Music Festival Coordinator, September 2014 – June 2015

• Managed annual budget of 40K to produce a one day music and arts festival for the University of Oregon

• Contracted national and regional artists/performers/cultural workshops

• Scheduled space and equipment rentals with campus and local businesses

• Planned all creative and logistical production details for 2 stages and festival grounds

• Curated the festival’s first beer garden

• Secured sponsorships with local businesses

• Arranged professional security and a team of over 40 volunteers

• Hiring committee for 2016 coordinators

Event Staff, September 2014 – June 2015

• Assisted with production for all Cultural Forum events

 

University of Oregon Scheduling & Event Services, Eugene, OR

Event Staff, April 2013 ‐ June 2015

• Set up 500 events

• Supervised and managed crew members to produce diverse events

• Operated sound and lighting equipment as engineer for campus events

• Provided customer service for 10-2,500 commercial customers

 

Kaleidoscope Music Festival, Eugene, OR

Intern – Information/Staffing Assistant, March 2014 – September 2014

• Conducted research for volunteer coordination and festival sustainability

• Analyzed festival structures and created strategies to improve management

Intern – Festival Staff, August 2013

• Managed ticket booth, will call, and information desk

• Updated social media platforms with announcements to optimize event information

 

Function Central Music Booking Agency, London, UK

Intern – Creative Designer/Writer, July 2014 – August 2014

• Authored event blog posts aligning with event’s interests

• Assisted in developing the booking management system and website

• Created music videos for promotional distribution

 

OneEleven Productions, Eugene/Portland, OR

Intern – Creative Production Assistant, March 2013 – June 2014

• Assisted with concert preparation as assigned

• Managed ticket booth, coat check, and VIP access for concerts

 

Stephanie Urso Photography, Eugene, OR

Creative Assistant, December 2013

• Organized professional photographs for optimal viewing

• Contributed creative ideas on collections to increase client satisfaction

W.O.W. Hall Community Center for the Performing Arts, Eugene, OR

Concert Staff, November 2012 – April 2013

• Managed ticket booth and venue capacity

 

National Charity League, Danville, CA

Event Volunteer, August 2005 – May 2011

• Set up and decorated events for charitable organizations