Alen Andrews
Summary
Creative operations specialist skillful in executing effective operating rhythms and management systems structures. Expertise in analyzing, articulating and solving various problems. Analytical and organized professional, comfortable working independently or as part of team.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Events Contractor
Stand For Life
10.2022 - Current
- Oversaw preparation and management of event budgets to deliver at or below projected costs.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking and event promotions.
- Assembled creative and innovative event attractions based on internal capabilities.
- Coordinated with sales and marketing teams to publicize and promote events.
Podcast and Marketing Manager
Highest Good Media
08.2022 - Current
- Assessed marketing copy, art comps and final designs and compared with established specifications.
- Researched industry and marketplace trends to develop marketing solutions and enhance business operations.
- Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements and music compositions, and optimized songs and albums.
Barista
Bean And Bottle
Houston, TX
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.
- Monitored supply levels at counter and maintained customer areas to meet typical demands.
- Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
High School Theology Teacher
Trinity Classical School
Houston, TX
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Evaluated students' academic and social growth, kept appropriate records and prepared progress reports to gauge performance.
- Fostered positive and pleasant classroom culture while maintaining learning development goals.
- Created study guides, research materials and syllabi for students.
- Talked with students in need of extra attention and made plans to assist with concerns.
- Utilized organized, methodical and technical approach to teaching concepts.
Partnerships and Events
The Gospel Coalition
03.2016 - 06.2021
- Built relationships with internal teams and managed volunteer groups.
- Developed annual account objectives and formalized client communications for communication of goals and plans.
- Oversaw preparation and management of event budgets to deliver at or below projected costs.
- Solicited feedback from clients to assess event success and uncover opportunities for improvement.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking and event promotions.
- Evaluated strengths of team members and assessed vacancies to match volunteers with positions.
- Managed volunteer calendar and verified coverage of key roles during volunteer unavailability.
Urban Program Coordinator and Teacher
Marie Sandvik Center
Minneapolis, MN
05.2014 - 12.2015
- Evaluated new and existing programming to assess suitability and need for changes, using information such as surveys and feedback
- Developed and maintained classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for social and emotional development of students
- Identified student needs and collaborated with staff members to assess and solve challenges.
- Orchestrated smooth and efficient program development by collaborating cross-functionally across departments.
Education
MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.S - MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPY CANDIDATE
Capella University
08.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Bethlehem College And Seminary
Minneapolis, MN 08.2012 - 05.2016
Skills
Hospitality
Vendor and contract negotiations
Project Management
Volunteer Management
Digital marketing
Timeline
Events Contractor
Stand For Life
10.2022 - Current
MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.S - MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPY CANDIDATE
Capella University
08.2022 - Current
Podcast and Marketing Manager
Highest Good Media
08.2022 - Current
Barista
Bean And Bottle
03.2022 - 08.2022
High School Theology Teacher
Trinity Classical School
08.2021 - 05.2022
Partnerships and Events
The Gospel Coalition
03.2016 - 06.2021
Urban Program Coordinator and Teacher
Marie Sandvik Center
05.2014 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Bethlehem College And Seminary
08.2012 - 05.2016