HEATHER FREEMAN

NE **th Avenue Portland, OR *****

ptx6cj@r.postjobfree.com 206-***-****

Conscientious, dedicated sales executive ,client manager and talent liaison seeking to re-enter the production industry, working with a creative and dynamic organization, where I can contribute a wide range of sales, account management, organizational, interpersonal and creative skills.

Skills and Experience

Building and managing successful client relationships

Excellent communication, sales, marketing and presentation skills

Proven sales track record and closing skills

Organize and manage projects to determine priorities and meet deadlines

Create and execute marketing and promotional ideas and event planning

Allocated resources and staffing to meet demanding deadlines

Recruit creative talent: animators, designers, artists, production management and R&D staff.

Creative problem solving skills and conflict resolution management

Professional History

PDI/DreamWorks Animation (Palo Alto, CA) March 1993- January 1999

Creative Talent Recruiter March 1993- December 1996

Production Coordinator/ Layout Dept December 1996- January 1999

•Viewed creative talent demo-reels, resumes and portfolios; applicant liaison, including scheduling interviews and coordinating company schedules.

•Planned, organized and executed recruitment efforts and attendance at conferences, conventions and animation festivals.

•Company representative at conferences, festivals and universities, leading to a 300% growth in company and talent pool.

•Conducted interviews and worked on all necessary paperwork to obtain H-1 Visas.

•Coordinated and assisted in scheduling and flow of production pipeline: “Antz” film Pre-production: “Shrek” film.

•Allocated resources and staffing to meet demanding deadlines, attended dailies.

•Managed production database and tracking of key shot information; communication liaison with other departments and supervisors.

•Acting Production Supervisor for the completion of film.

Jason Ball Interiors (Portland, OR) April 2010 – May 2011

Design Assistant - Interior Design

•Assist in project management with design of custom interiors for residential and commercial remodeling projects. Sourcing materials to achieve a cohesive style, design and balance.

•Client and vendor liaison. Assisted with administrative duties.

•Support sales and marketing efforts, including creation of idea books and design boards.

Nordstrom Spa (Portland, OR) November 2009- April 2010

Spa Manager/Aesthetician

•Business and Spa Manager and aesthetician for Elemis skincare line.

•Responsible for Skincare sales and consults, spa scheduling and performing treatments.

•Responsible for driving sales, planning and executing events and outstanding customer service.

History (Con’t)

Salon Services and Supplies (Seattle, WA) October 2007-September 2009

Business Consultant/Dermalogica

•Prospect and close new accounts, and manage existing clientele.

•Work with clientele on marketing and promotional efforts/business development and event planning.

•Liaison between accounts and distribution process, responsible for problem solving and resolving conflict.

(Received Presidential Award in 2008 for outstanding growth (17%) in a million dollar territory)

Calidora Skin Clinic (Seattle, WA) March 2004-October 2007

Client Care Coordinator/Clinical Aesthetician

•Performed new client consultation, retail sales, administrative duties, tracking and database management.

•Performed clinical facials, chemical peels and microdermabrasion on clientele.

SkinWithin Services (Dallas, TX) March 2002-December 2003

Sales and Marketing Manager

•Prospect and close new accounts, and manage existing clientele.

•Managed all accounts and client relationships, generated sales and drove marketing and website

design efforts.

•Responsible for cost projections and budget management, handled trade show organization and attendance.

Emmis Publishing National Sales (Dallas, TX) March 1999- March 2002

Texas Monthly, Los Angeles Magazine, Atlanta Magazie

National Account Manager/Account Executive

•Established and managed national accounts for Texas Monthly, Los Angeles Magazine and Atlanta Magazine.

(Some Key accounts included: Lancôme, Aveda, L’Oreal, Neiman Marcus, PF Chang’s, Estee Lauder etc.)

•Created and maintained relationships with clients and advertising agencies. Drove sales.

•Responsible for ad pipeline and communicating with clients, conflict resolution and event planning.

Education: B.S. Hotel Management and Tourism and Business Management

New Mexico State University

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