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443-***-**** *******.*************@*****.*** Joppa, MD 21085
Dedicated professional with years of experience in coordinating and managing complex events to ensure successful outcomes. Strong organizational skills, superior attention to detail, and the ability to multitask and manage competing priorities. Proven ability to work with diverse groups and coordinate multiple teams to create successful events that exceed expectations.
May 2021
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) IN
FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE
Morgan State University,
Baltimore, MD
Awards & Honors
Magna cum laude
Sep 2021 - Jul 2022
COSTUME SHOP CATALOGER
Morgan State University-Fine Arts &
Performing Center, Baltimore, MD
• Created an environment of open
communication between departments
that improved collaboration among
teams.
• Monitored suppliers to efficiently
provide needed goods and
services.
within budgetary limits.
• Spearheaded multiple projects from
concept through completion while
successfully managing budgets and
timelines on each project.
• Checked appearance of costumes on
stage and under lights to determine
whether desired effects were being
achieved.
• Directed work of wardrobe crews during
dress rehearsals or performances.
• Created spreadsheets for dress lists,
show notes, and costume checks.
• Collaborated with production designers,
costume designers, and other
production staff to discuss and execute
costume design details.
Jun 2001
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (A.S.) IN
APPAREL RETAILING
Baltimore City Community College,
Baltimore, MD
CRYSTAL WASHINGTON
Education
experience
• Arranged costumes in order of use to
facilitate quick-change procedures for
performances.
Jul 2015 - Jun 2017 EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATIVE
COORDINATOR
Baltimore City Community College,
Baltimore, MD
• Acted as the Administrative Coordinator
to the Vice President of Academic
Affairs.
• Assisted the executive management
team in making informed decisions by
providing timely and accurate
administrative support.
• Established professional and
collaborative working relationships with
company associates and external
parties.
• Compiled and entered data into various
databases to ensure accuracy and
completeness.
• Built and maintained relationships with
students, faculty, staff, and guest of the
institution related to its mission.
• Established and implemented policies
and procedures to improve the
efficiency of office operations and for
accredited programs for the institution.
• Coordinated office workflow to
maximize productivity and labor
resources.
Apr 2013 - Mar 2015 EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Family League of Baltimore City,
Baltimore, MD
• Sustained office efficiency by planning
and implementing office systems and
equipment procurement.
• Coordinated executive calendar by
scheduling meetings with appropriate
parties and confirming availability.
• Conducted research and collected and
analyzed data to prepare reports and
documents.
• Managed office staff by recruiting,
preparing orientations and training
employees.
skills
• Interpreted administrative and
operating policies and procedures for
employees.
• Provided administrative and logistical
support for in-person and virtual events.
• Handled highly confidential information
in a professional and loyal manner.
• Coordinated and streamlined
operations between executive team and
board of directors to increase efficiency
and improve processes.
• Created frameworks for maximizing
collaboration and encouraged long-term
partnerships between different
organizations or professionals.
Apr 2008 - Feb 2013 EXECUTIVE ASSOCIATE
Department of Juvenile Services, Baltimore,
MD
• Acted as the liaison for the Secretary of
State of Maryland, DJS.
• Managed and organized confidential
information to maintain privacy.
• Filed and compiled corporate
documents, records, and reports to
streamline office flow.
• Prepared travel arrangements and
coordinated logistics for executives
traveling internationally.
• Compiled, transcribed and distributed
minutes of meetings.
• Assigned constituents documents from
Governors website to Juvenile Services
Executives for Secretary and Governors
approval.
• Organizational Skills
• Event Calendar Management
• Managing Events Start to Finish
• Event Supervision
• Pricing Negotiation
• Outstanding Customer Service
• Administrative Support
• Corporate Events Planning
• Special Event Planning
• Event Logistics Management
• Time Management
• Fashion Trends Understanding
• Fashion Events
• Production and Costume Coordination
references
volunteer experience
• Operational Improvements
• Guest Relations
• Donor Relations
• Business Administration
• Proposal Development
• Interior Design-Maryland Institute College of Art • Apparel Design References available upon request.
Jun 2023 - Present BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEMBER Bro Code Baltimore, Baltimore, Maryland
• Provide sound governance, fiduciary and strategic oversight while overseeing the operations of the organization. Ensure the mission addresses a community need and all legal requirements are met. Serve as the committee lead for special events and fundraisers.
Jul 2017 - Mar 2023 COMMITTEE MEMBER Morgan State University, Baltimore, MD
• Served as a committee member for accreditation board of Family and Consumer Science Program. Served as committee member for the Study Abroad Program. Assisted with recruitment process of program. Designed garments for Fashion Shows for University. certifications