Natalie Paldus
*******.******@*****.***
A highly talented and accomplished
Coordinator
Summary:
Proven ability to develop, communicate and execute multiple customer
focused, result driven tasks within assigned target markets and
geographical regions. Highly successful at networking and partnering with a
combination of key executives, community partners and vendors. Results
driven communication style with an extensive background in social media,
brand marketing and fund-raising.
Professional Experience
Sears Canada Inc, Toronto, Ontario
November 2010 - June 2012
Promotions and Events Coordinator
. Designed, planned and executed sales-driven, brand-building in-store
special events
. Assisted in communication to internal and external partners
. Supervised relationships with in-store promotional team, delegated
multiple tasks to heighten brand awareness
. Managed in-store charitable donations and heightened awareness to
maximize donations
. Submitted invoices, tracking expense and followed up with previous and
future vendors to compile a future event planning forecast
. Evaluated event marketing initiatives from both quantitative (e.g.,
sales, attendance) and qualitative standpoints (e.g., event flow,
branding opportunity, in kind donations); reporting results to
management for improvement for future events
. Created and maintained social media sites (facebook and twitter)
. Offered creative, relevant and unique event ideas while keeping
current on events, pop culture and new concepts.
Geo Holiday Services, Toronto, Ontario May 2008- June
2009
Event Coordinator/Event Marketing Manager
. Gained exposure from local media via trade shows, magazine launches
and charity events
. Heightened brand awareness through major events and structured
promotional programs
. Created, developed and implemented cost effective outside marketing
promotions and campaigns
. Located, negotiated and secured event venues
. Lead event logistics including: booth arrangements, staffing,
marketing support materials, technology support needs.
. Created and developed successful marketing collateral materials
including:
displays, ballot box, merchant box and speciality event materials
. Managed tracking systems for program specific cost and ROI`s
. Generated an AAR plan to further ensure the success of events running
simultaneously
TELUS Canada, Calgary, Alberta March 2006- March 2008
Assistant Event Coordinator/Customer Service Representative
. Communicated with Events Planner to discuss registration plans and
options
. Provides backup data entry support for assigned events
. Aided in the coordination logistics and marketing materials for the
various events including print, promotional collateral, registration,
food and beverage
. Supported the team prior to event as well as on site and post event
. Understood all key objectives for events including pre and post event
strategies
. Helped in other event and marketing relative incentives
Education:
University of San Diego Event Marketing 2011
Fanshawe College Fashion Merchandising 2004
Internship
Constant Motion Creative Media, San Diego, California August
2010
Intern
. Prepared and delivered press kits for media (NBC San Diego)
. Oversaw events in a flawless and timely manner
. Monitored and updated social media
. Compiled, tracked and updated media contact lists
. Aided in key analytical planning to ensure success for events