Corporate Events A Dedicated

Chaneray Simmons

Baltimore, MD, ***** +1-667-***-****

ad5yh4@r.postjobfree.com

Dynamic Event Designer and Seamstress with 3 years of experience crafting weddings, birthdays, social, and corporate events and 6 years manufacturing apparel. Skilled in transforming spaces to match client desires, from lighting setups, bar construction, and custom event decor. Specialized clothing manufacturing including apparel construction, repairing, refurbishing, and making alterations. A dedicated communicator, prioritizing active listening, critical thinking, and teamwork while managing time effectively. Passionate about delivering exceptional experiences and bringing clients' dreams to life with creativity and precision.

EXPERIENCE

Seamstress/Trainer Jun 2018 - Apr 2024

Maryland Correctional Enterprise, Jessup, MD

Displayed working knowledge for apparel manufacturing utilizing raw materials and various machinery to complete orders

Provided training to new co-workers, assisting them through hands-on exercises and tasks, providing verbal feedback to enhance knowledge base, and practicing supportive techniques such as active listening and empathy to increase production and confidence

Performed various activities using machinery including but not limited to: performing stitch operations with a sewing machine, placing various snaps and buttons onto clothing and bags, reinforcing stitches with a precise machine, and applying a finishing trim for overstitching for polished look

Executed clothing alterations to customer desire

Maintaining inventory including fabric, thread, buttons, snaps, zippers, elastic, and tags to sustain production needs

Security Customer May 2017 - Feb 2018

Abacus Security, Baltimore, MD

Performed patrols on-foot or utilizing a Segway, monitoring the assigned building(s), surrounding areas, and garages

Observed and reviewed cameras and footage of sensitive areas to maintain security

Enforced building entry requirements at checkpoints, ensuring credentials, verifying identities, escalating access to authorized personnel to sensitive areas, and performing temporary and limited building access to approved

Maintained safety preparedness in case of emergency, ensuring knowledge of protocols for security breaches, fires, natural disasters, medical emergencies, and domestic disputes

Provided visitors with appropriate information, including directions and addressing concerns

Executing documentation and reports for incidents, observations, or irregularities to aid in possible investigations

Crew Member Apr 2015 - Feb 2018

Revolutions Events Design & Production, Baltimore, MD

Coordinated and collaborated with fellow designers to plan, prepare, and execute designs, layouts, and other concepts for events

Attended meetings with customers to assist with brainstorming and implementation of ideas in design team meetings

Executing directives from Lead Designer while working with crew members to create various pieces including floral and material construction displays

Exhibited and executed extensive knowledge of wiring, creating cabling, and running cabling to power the event with proper discretion

Constructed and assisted in the construction of various pieces and sets for events, including but not limited to: elaborate wooden bar areas, DJ booths, gaming tables, custom tables, couches, ottomans, shelving, photo booths, and backdrops

Assembled lighting constructs and prepared lighting structures when needed

Transported and/or assisted in the transport of equipment and performed setup and breakdowns as needed

EDUCATION

General Studies Aug 2006 - Jan 2008

Carver Vo-Tech High School, Baltimore, MD

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