EVENT PRODUCER
Fever/ Michigan // **** – CURRENT
Manage the marketing and execution of the Candlelight experience across 10+ markets, ensuring a cohesive and engaging brand presence from conception to delivery. Oversee all aspects of event marketing, including digital promotion, audience targeting, and client engagement, to maximize market reach and profitability. Leverage market research and insights to identify and evaluate venues that align with brand goals and optimize the audience experience. Conduct walkthroughs and site visits to ensure venue suitability and enhance event marketability. Collaborate closely with artists and clients, ensuring clear communication and alignment with brand standards. Lead and manage on-site teams of over 30 individuals in key markets, such as Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Pittsburgh driving consistent delivery of high-quality events that enhance brand reputation and customer satisfaction. SENIOR BRAND AND DIGITAL STRATEGIST
Park West Gallery/ Southfield, MI // 2022 – 2022
Supervise and execute comprehensive marketing programs across a fleet of over 90 cruise ships. Source and manage promotional and production materials to enhance brand visibility and guest engagement through strategic giveaways. Facilitate effective communication between the marketing department and shipboard operations to ensure alignment and seamless execution of marketing initiatives. Oversee digital partnerships and coordinate the development of assets and campaign creation to drive brand awareness and customer acquisition. Contribute to the development of compelling marketing materials and content for the company website and social media platforms, enhancing brand presence and engaging target audiences. GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF MARKETING COMMUNCATION
University of Denver, Denver, CO 2023
CERTIFICATE OF PUBLIC RELATIONS
Ferris State University, Big Rapids, MI 2012
I am a highly driven marketing specialist with a
dynamic background that began in street team
marketing and blogging. With over 14 years of
experience, I have honed my skills across a wide
range of industries, including music, live events, luxury retail, and automotive. My expertise spans
across all facets of marketing and public
relations, including digital and social media,
consumer engagement, lifestyle campaigns,
CRM strategies, grassroots initiatives, travel
marketing, media buying, fundraising, and
content creation.
Recently, I have been dedicated to crafting
exceptional brand experiences from concept to
execution. My work involves overseeing every
aspect of event production, including hospitality, logistics, staffing, communications, and creative
direction. I take pride in collaborating with top- tier talent to deliver unique and impactful
projects that resonate with audiences and
exceed client expectations.
MASTER OF ARTS IN MARKETING COMMUNICATION MANAGEMENT University of Denver, Denver, CO 2021 – 2024
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION/ MUSIC INDUSTRY MANAGEMENT
Ferris State University, Big Rapids, MI 2009 - 2014 CONTENT MANAGER
Law As A Business/ Remote // 2020 – 2021
Develop and strengthen brand identity and online presence by creating and distributing multimedia content across various digital platforms. Responsibilities include formulating comprehensive content strategies, managing a content team, and fostering an engaged online community, with a focus on tracking community growth and engagement metrics. Manage social media strategies and blog content for 20 clients through Elder Counsel, ensuring consistent brand messaging and audience engagement. Create targeted weekly content designed to attract and retain clients' audiences and produce quarterly and monthly newsletters to maintain ongoing communication and client engagement.
Oversee all content projects using content calendars and Salesforce, ensuring alignment with marketing goals and timely delivery. LIVE EVENTS STRATEGIST AND INFLUENCER SPECIALIST
PETA/ Los Angeles, CA // 2018 – 2019
Coordinated partnerships and managed PETA's presence at over 100 events across North America and Canada, engaging with over 100,000 attendees. Played a key role in influencer collaborations and campaign selection, ensuring alignment with PETA's brand and mission. Oversaw the creative development, partnership agreements, and all related communications for the Concert Rep program. Additionally, co-managed a community of over 20 activists, providing guidance and support to enhance their effectiveness at events, and ensuring consistent representation of PETA's values and objectives.
C A R E E R O V E R V I E W
P R O F E S S I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E
E D U C A T I O N
P R O F I L E
/PROFESSIONAL
SKILLS
• Marketing
• Team Leadership
• Project Management
• Communications
• Budgeting & Planning
• Client Support
• Social Networking
• Editing
• Branding
• Content Creation
• Event Planning
• Production Coordination
• Management
ASHLEY ABDENOUR
Marketing and Event Specialist
**************@*****.*** 586-***-****
2024 Producer 10+ Markets (Fever)
2022 Event Manager (Fever Detroit/Grand
Rapids) / Senior Brand and Digital Strategist
(Park West Gallery)
2021 Event Manager (Fever Detroit) / Content
Manager (LAB)
2020 Luxury Retail and Customer Experience
Manager (Max Mara, Gucci, Coach)
2019 Live Events Strategist (PETA)
2018 Environmental Graphics Project
Coordinator (Sundance Film Festival)
2017 Freelance Events Production and VIP
Specialist
2016 Marketing and Events Manager (The
Sharpe Collection: BMW, MINI, Land Rover,
Jaguar)
2014 Tour Marketing Manager (PETA, The
Canvas Foundation, Art Feeds)