Manager Management

Jessica M. Drazich

**** ******** ** ****** ****** Downey, CA 902**-***** -********@*****.***-com -Cell-Cell -310-310 -736-***-**** SUMMARY : An eager, poised, self-starting dedicated, multi-task and detail oriented Event Professional, creative and passionate for special events and organization while possessing a commitment to overall improvement. Strengths Include:

=Innovative Coordination =Visual Merchandising and Creative Design =Strong Relationship Builder =Consistent Follow Through

=Strategic Negotiation =Effective Space Planning =Project Management =Industry Knowledge Products/Venues

=Quick Concept/Problem Solving =Strong Interpersonal Skills- Verbal and Written =Familiar with Illustrator/Photoshop

= Proficient in Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint, Auto CAD/Vector Works =Independent and Collaborative Work Ethic EDUCATION :

California State University Northridge -Bachelor of Science-Science -Recreation Management (Business/ Event Management) 2005 Independent Wedding Consultants of America- Long Beach CA -Wedding Coordination Certification 2003 Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising- Los Angeles CA – Associate of Arts Degree-Degree -Visual Communications 2002 Professional Practices ~ Marketing Events ~ Presentation Design ~ Effective Speaking EXPERIENCE:EXPERIENCE :

Executive Account Manager-Manager -Event Coordinator: Classic Party Rentals August 2005-Present

Plan and execute all aspects of events-Location-Diagrams-Permits-Logistics-Flow-Catering-Décor-Managment

Cultivate and nurture relationships with clients and vendors. High Profile.

Strategized with clients and personnel to define organizational goals and objectives.

Supervise/Manage a multi staffed event setup.

Measure and draw floor plans-Space layout in VectorWorks.

Account and Project Management of million plus dollars in sales.

Develop all rental proposals, permits accordingly.

Problem solver and contact person in high stress environment.

Maintained a calendar of 100+ events yearly. Various Budgets and Variety of Events.

Achieved new customers, client relations and retention.

Established and Maintained effective working relationships with colleagues, personnel, clients and management. Event Manager / Coordinator: Team Play Events / Keystone Meetings and Incentives May 2004-July 2005

Plan, create, supervise, host and manage wide range of events

Arrange rental contracts, permits, flyers, and event information.

Organize registration, transportation, and hotel accommodations. Guest Services Attendant: Disney’s Grand California Hotel May 2003-July 2003

Involved with promotions, guest services, and events.

Inventory control, handled paper work, contracts and overview of setup.

Trained and managed staff accordingly.

Event Coordinator / On Call: Plan A Events April 2002 – May 2003

Arranged seating charts, mailing lists and guest registration.

Implementation of event décor and display, overall event ambiance.

Public relations with clients, guests and vendors Public Relations / Intern: Beyond PR Jan 2002 - April 2002

Organized themed events / special appearances / designed special giveaways

Created and arranged press kits, flyers, guests lists and invitations

Customer relations with vendors, designers, stylists and celebrities

Recorded and organized financial orders and log sheets

Manager of 40+ Volunteers

NOTABLE EVENTS:EVENTS :In Style Golden Globes After Party; NBC Golden Globes After Party; Grammy Awards; Kids Choice Awards; Teen Choice Awards; Guys Choice Awards; Comedy Central Roast; MTV Movie Awards; BET Awards; The Governors Ball

(Oscars and Emmys); Oscars Arrivals; Emmy Arrivals; Festival of Books; Celebrity C elebrity Weddings/Events; Movie Premieres; Corporate Events/Meetings; Incentive Trips; Simple Every Day Gatherings.

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