CALLISTA BESSELLIEU
Queens, NY 301-***-****
ad5vx7@r.postjobfree.com
Personal Assistant / Professional Executive Assistant / Administrative Assistant
Strategic Support Project Management Global Coordination Critical Thinking
Dedicated and resourceful Executive Assistant with over 15 years of experience supporting high-profile executives in the dynamic world of entertainment. Adept at seamlessly managing complex schedules, coordinating international travel, and maintaining confidentiality with the utmost discretion.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Adaptability Detailed Oriented Organized Superior Customer Services Team Collaboration Proactive/self-starter Professional Demeanor Final Cut Pro Efficient Work Prioritization Confidentiality Exceptional Time Management Microsoft Office Suite Exceptional Writing and Communication Skills Professional Demeanor Adobe Photoshop Zoom Social Media Platforms Proficient computer skills Multitask
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
FANESS FRANCE PRODUCTIONS, Yonkers, NY 7/2003 – 12/2023
Executive Assistant/Personal
●Provided business and personal support to the CEO and Senior Executives.
●Handled all communications including calls, web conferences, emails, physical mail, and assisted with document drafting and proofreading.
●Managed calendar of appointments, filed expense reports, composed and prepared confidential correspondence.
●Responsible for tracking expenses, budgeting, bill payments, wire transfers, and cash management.
●Assisted with business presentations both locally and via Skype.
●Oversaw the household operations for multiple homes, including vendor coordination and property management.
●Planned social events, philanthropic engagements and family gatherings.
THE INTERNATIONAL EMMY AWARDS, New York, NY 6/2000– 6/2002
Administrative Assistant
Assisted Oprah Winfrey, Shakira, and Danny Glover during the production of the awards show.
Worked on-site at both the international Emmy Awards and the Primetime Emmy Awards.
Prepared media kits for the Board of Executive Meetings.
Reviewed and approved the sales sponsorship proposals.
Updated newsletters for television executives.
Handled all domestic and international travel reservations for the Executive Director, cutting travel expenses by 12%.
EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Communications – Hunter College, CUNY – New York, NY
TECHNOLOGY-BUSINESS RELATED
Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Zoom Platforms, Adobe Photoshop, Final Cut Pro, File Maker Pro