Project Manager Sales Representative

REVIN SAMUEL

** ******** ******

Toronto, Ontario. M4T1G6

***********@*****.***

Phone: 416-***-****

OBJECTIVE:

To utilize my experience, knowledge as well as my creative and leadership skills to help

an organization achieve their goals.

To be in a position that will allow me to broaden my experiences, expand my skills and

achieve greater success.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Over five years of experience working in Event Management

Five years working at a Marketing Agency in Event Management, Project Management, Business Development and Advertising

Supervised the design, production and installation of the renovations to the Toronto Blue Jays Clubhouse

Managed BrandMatch corporate events for Zebra Studios with upwards of 400 attendees

Recruited corporate sponsors such as Sony BMG, HBC, NBA, Via Rail and more

Part of a team that coordinated and marketed events at Carleton University

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

September, 2006 Zebra Studios Toronto, Ontario

to Marketing Development, Events and Project Management

July, 2011

Managed different Zebra Studios events for hundreds of business professionals

Created detailed sponsorship strategies and presentation packages

Responsible for developing and implementing Zebra Studios marketing strategy

Presented and recruited sponsors for cross promotional, BrandMatch Networking Event

Project Manager and team member with different clients including CN Tower, Family Channel, Mattel, Nike, Toronto Blue Jays and Wrangler

Attended and hosted company trade show booths at trade shows and conferences

Oversaw the deployment and tracked Zebra eblasts for viewing and clicking patterns

Liaison between sponsors, suppliers and other vendors

Coordinated meetings and organized budgets

Oversaw the pre- event planning, on-site event management and post event review

Researched social media initiatives and carried out social media directives for events

Explored new clients, contacts, technology and events

Created competitive analysis

Oversaw the visual layout and content of event websites.

Proposal writing, copywriting and case study writing for invitations, eblasts, website, and press releases

Supervised and trained event staff and volunteers

OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Sales Associate and Shipper - Tommy Hilfiger Outlet Store: 8/2004-9/2005

Security, Event & Marketing Staff - Carleton University: 9/2002-4/2004

Aerosol Division Worker - 3M Canada: 5/2002-9/2002

Sales Representative - Vector Marketing: 6/2001-8/2001

Creative Consultant - Ematch Surveys: 6/2000-8/2000

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:

Managed George Brown College World Cup Event with proceeds

going to Right To Play – 2006

Volunteer to assist with Street Kids International Poker Tournament – 2006

Volunteer with United Way on CN Tower Stair Climb - 2005

EDUCATION:

2006 George Brown College Toronto, Ontario

Post Graduate Certificate, Sports Marketing & Event Management

2004 Carleton University Ottawa, Ontario

Bachelor of Arts English

COMPUTER PROFICIENCY, SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES:

Trained in the art of cold calling and different cold call approaches

Excellent typing skills

Good understanding of billing and docket organizers

Good understanding of database management systems

Knowledge of Print Production and Image Sourcing

Adapt easily to technological advances

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Work well as part of a team or on individual projects

Very detail and deadline oriented

Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills

Dedicated to planning, organizing and meeting expectations of clients, associates, attendees and volunteers

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