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Angela LaBarbera
Objective To utilize my diversified knowledge and experience in Communications
towards the growth and development of the business in establishing and
exceeding all goals.
Experience 2004- Current Grand Casino Mille Lacs Onamia, MN
Director of Advertising
Manage all Communication and Mass Media for two properties
Establish and plan all Advertising in Broadcast, Print, Collateral and Outdoor
Manage and Negotiate all Contract Services with Outside Vendors
Interface with all departments on recommendations to signage and collateral
Responsible for development and management of department budget and 9
direct reports
Responsible for 4 websites and email marketing
2002-2004 Data-Mail, Inc Newington, CT
Senior Account Manager
Increased client sales by $4 million in acquiring major portion of new acquisitions
market
Managed all phases of direct mail through planning, scheduling, database
criteria, planning and processing and mailing
Responsible for 2 direct reports, client budget and vendor selection.
1998-2002 Gage Marketing Services Maple Plain, MN
Manager, Direct Mail
Manage all direct mail for numerous clients in Banking, Insurance, Publishing,
Entertainment, Financial, Food and Beverage including fulfillment and rebates
Advisor on recommendation to layout, design, forecasting reporting and close
outs
Manage, purchasing, bid procedure, production scheduling and budget.
Responsible for list purchasing and data processing criteria
1996-1998 Direct Marketing Resources Lake Mary, FL
Supervisor, Production and Direct Mail
Responsible for overseeing all aspects associated with Data Processing, Print,
Laser Personalization, production schedules, vendor negotiations, list buying
and mailing
Responsible for forecasting, strategic planning and recommendations through
quality and work efficiency
Managed five direct reports
1985-1991 Wunderman Worldwide New York, NY
Manager, Direct Mail and Production
Managed and Supervised campaigns on major accounts such as Caesar’s
Palace, AT&T, IBM, Charles of the Ritz, and Sheraton Hotels
Responsible for forecasting, strategic planning and negotiations
Managed multiple client budgets;
Responsible for 2 traffic coordinators and 1 production coordinator
Implemented standardized bidding procedures
Designated by CEO to handle Company Name change from Wunderman,
Ricotta and Kline to Wunderman Worldwide.
Managed and coordinated all advertising efforts in print and broadcast in
conjunction with promos and direct mail
1982-1985 Showtime Pay TV New York, NY
Manager, Art Department
Managed and Supervised 3 Graphic Designers
Responsible for forecasting, budget, production, deadlines
Managed all on-air telethons for Showtime’s Regional Affiliated Offices
Responsible for all contract negotiations with outside vendors
Worked directly with Producer for all Showtime’s Television Commercials
Education 1981 Katharine Gibbs New York, NY
1 Year Business Degree
1976-1980 College of Staten Island, NY Staten Island, NY
Bachelor of Arts – 4 year degree in Communications
Achievements PIA Award, 1996, Recognition Letter from Alex Kroll – CEO Young &
Rubicam, 1990; Tennis Champion, Staten Island, NY 1976.
References Available upon request