Project Manager Public Relations

RESUME: Renee Howard

818-***-**** *****@**.*** Burbank, CA 91505

Seeking a position where I can provide my experience and skills in event coordination, catering management, marketing and communications.

WHAT PEOPLE SAY

"Renee Howard is the best project manager we ever had and one of the best event managers in the business. You want someone who has first-rate attention to detail and yet never loses sight of the overall goal That is Renee. Her people skills, whether dealing with clients, staff, celebrities or vendors were always on point"

Waltona Manion, Waltona Manion & Associates, Public Relations Firm

"The New York media preview and events were awesomely conceived and executed. A wonderful job of orchestrating the whole series of events. Congratulations."

PaulCritchlow, Merrill Lynch, NewYork

"Terrific events. Talk about lessons in how to do it right!"

Access Hollywood

"Renee is indispensable. My business of production and event catering is complex and demanding. She was my right arm."

Joel Boardman, Owner, Food FetishCatering

"The first Women's Forum was a terrific success. We had more than 200 attendees and raised more than $30,000 in sponsorships. Special plaudits to you for organizing and handling this event for us. You are the absolute best."

Helen Doherty,California Democratic Party, Native AmericanCaucus

"You met every objective we had for the grand opening. No easy task. Event production and branding delivered positive exposure for all of our targeted audiences. The response was tremendous." Maurice Lyons, Morongo TribalChairman

Project Management: More than two decades of experience in handling small and large events from personal to corporate, indoor or outdoor functions including weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, senior activities, fundraisers, political receptions, employee awards, formal sit-downs, cocktail parties, non-profit and concerts.

■ Proficient in assisting clients with theme and menu development, budgeting, rentals, lighting, staging, floral services, entertainment and photography.

■ Adept at working with staff, suppliers, vendors and guests.

■ Knowledgeable on event logistics, labor and set-up requirements and guest registration.

■ Experienced in training and staff supervision.

■ Strong capabilities in event decor and staging; room design and seating.

■ Successful track record as coordinator between management and catering operations for events ranging from 50 guests to 5,000.

■ Attributes: Collaborative, flexible, proactive, well-organized, resourceful, problem-solver.

Owner/Manager, BBA Talent, Inc. Talent Agency 2007 - 2023, Burbank, CA

• Managed daily operations including customer service, employee oversight and marketing.

• Developed annual business plan and kept business on track to meet objectives.

• Developed training programs for new hires as well as existing staff members.

• Set performance goals for staff based on objectives.

• Ensured compliance with laws and regulations related to the industry.

• Handled all financial transactions, banking and payroll

• Developed print advertising, social media campaigns and events to promote the company.

• Used effective problem-solving to resolve conflicts quickly and efficiently.

• Monitored industry trends in radio, TV, Internet and film to identify opportunities for growth or improvement.

• Hired, trained and supervised talent agency staff for commercial, theatrical and voice-over divisions.

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Owner/Manager, It's No Problem, Inc., Event Management and Logistics for Waltona Manion & Associates 1999 - 2023, Burbank, CA PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS:

• Provided coordination and staffing support for press conferences and media events.

• Designed and compiled weekly press reports for client projects.

• Planned and coordinated events for senior community including catering, decor, gifts and entertainment

• Supervised white-glove hand assembly of custom-designed invitations and coordinated direct mail projects

• Oversaw the training and staffing for complex registrations and credentialing for elected leaders, VIP's and celebrities for guest counts of 5,000t.

• Helped plan and coordinate the $14 million year-long grand opening for Morongo Casino Resort & Spa which included large scale groundbreaking and topping out events, bi-coastal premieres in New York and Hollywood and on-site grand opening events. Won national and international awards for logistics and marketing.

• Prepared handout materials for client briefings and special presentations.

• Oversaw production of video presentations including hiring of voice-over talent, music supervision and editing services.

• Responsible for supervising packing, shipment and set-up of display materials and equipment for events, conferences and trade shows.

• Oversaw production of video presentations including hiring of voice-over talent, music supervision and editing services.

• Conducted a year-long project of gathering and creation of a major archival database of historical documents, photos and materials which was coordinated with tribal historians, sociologists and academicians.

• Responsible for planning and logistics coordination of hundreds of events ranging from employee rallies and awards functions to political receptions and dinner, groundbreakings, topping out ceremonies, dedications, grand openings, restaurant debuts and public presentations.

• Organized and managed multiple teams for different projects, ensuring tasks were completed on time and within budget.

General Manager, Academy Lighting Consultants - TV/Film Industry Lighting 1988- 1998, Burbank, CA

• Provided lighting services, equipment and technicians for Screen Actors Guild and Academy of Motion Pictures Arts & Sciences award ceremonies and events as well as for theme parks, casinos, 1V shows and films.

• Responsible for procurement, repair and maintenance of equipment inventory

• Handled all bookings, invoicing and client coordination.

• Created an coordinated the company's marketing and advertising including event sponsorships, print ads, and direct mail.

• Organized and managed multiple teams of employees, ensuring that all tasks were completed on time and within budget.

• Established the firm's annual business plan and tracked quarterly progress

• Successfully managed the company and delivered 10 year of profitable operations

• International Special Events Society(ISES) Top Honors for event logistics and overall event marketing

• Public Relations Society of America, Silver Anvil Award for best event marketing program

• Most Valuable Player Award, Waltona Manion & Associates

• Associate In Arts (AA), Graphic Design and Advertising, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ

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