Event Coordinator

Location:

Posted:

May 01, 2015

Pricella Jah

Rowland Heights, CA 91748

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EDUCATION

University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA

Bachelor of Arts in Social Science with Psychology Emphasis May 2014

Phil Rulloda's Southern California School of Floral Design Anaheim, CA

Certified Floral Designer July 2014

EVENT PLANNING EXPERIENCE

Events Coordinator August 2007-Present

Self-Employed Rowland Heights, CA

• Oversaw a team of event volunteers and supervised the execution of plans

• Designed floor plans, event programs, flower arrangements, placement cards, and center pieces

• Corresponded with vendors, such as hair and make-up stylists, photographers, catering services, and florists

• Managed photo booth by taking photos and creating photo ideas at large events and parties of up to 500 guests

• Engaged with guests through conversation and photo suggestions to create an entertaining and enjoyable

experience

Vice President of Events February 2013-April 2015

Alpha Delta Chi Sorority, USC Los Angeles, CA

• Budgeted for decorations and food for several events of about 100 guests

• Designed invitations, floor plan, and decorations

• Corresponded with vendors around USC to donate to philanthropy event

• Outlined timeline of important deadlines and events

• Hosted annual philanthropy event

• Fundraised over $1000 in 10 days

Wedding Planner Assistant June 2013-August 2013

Beloved Events & Weddings Los Angeles, CA

• Shadowed wedding planner throughout entire wedding day

• Outlined timeline of wedding

• Showcased flexibility through running last minute errands and designing makeshift items for wedding

OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Brand Ambassador Accessories Specialist November 2014-Present

Banana Republic Santa Monica, CA

• Acknowledged as top sales associate by customers and managers

• Studied fashion trends in Los Angeles and New York

• Designed accessories and wall display every week

SKILLS

Languages: Conversational Mandarin, Taiwanese, and French

Computer/Social Media: Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, Sourcing