Amanda Dowswell
Secaucus,NJ
Summary
Enthusiastic professional with a versatile background in event coordination and live entertainment. Known for strong organizational skills and adaptability, consistently creating memorable experiences and driving brand awareness through effective communication.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Sales Coordinator
Great Big Game Show/The Escape Game
New York, New York
07.2024 - Current
- Delivers compelling proposals to prospective guests, showcasing the company's distinctive entertainment offerings, yielding a high conversion rate.
- Identifies and develops new sales opportunities through outreach, networking, and market research, increasing large group bookings and driving revenue growth.
- Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with clients, ensuring guest satisfaction through seamless event planning and execution, aligning with each guest's unique desires.
- Provides on-site support during events, ensuring all details are addressed promptly.
- Promotes brand with enthusiasm and expertise at tabling events, conventions, and networking functions, engaging audiences and enhancing brand awareness.
Game Show Host/Team Lead
Great Big Game Show
Nashville, Tennessee
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Led live game show events by engaging and entertaining contestants with high-energy performances, quick wit, and effective communication, ensuring a dynamic and exciting experience for all participants, resulting in consistently positive guest feedback.
- Coordinated game logistics to ensure smooth transitions between segments, contributing to an engaging and uninterrupted show experience.
- Adapted quickly to unforeseen circumstances and challenges while maintaining a positive and empathetic energy both inside and outside of the game show studio.
- Trained and guided new team members, fostering positive culture and ensuring clarity in roles and responsibilities for all staff.
Film, TV, & Live Theatre
Various Production Companies
Actor | Stand-In | Production Assistant | Run Crew
- Actor: Has performed principal, supporting, ensemble, and background roles in film, television, and live theatre productions; collaborated with directors, fellow performers, and production teams.
- Stand-In: Served as stand-in for principal talent during camera, lighting, and blocking setups, maintaining continuity and accurately executing direction from camera and lighting departments.
- Production Assistant: Supported film and theatre productions through set preparation, equipment and prop movement, production runs, and general on-set operations.
- Run Crew: Executed backstage scene changes, set and prop transitions, quick changes, and technical cues during live performances while coordinating closely with stage management and fellow crew members.
- Adapted to fast-paced production environments, changing schedules, and time-sensitive demands while maintaining professionalism, clear communication, and attention to detail.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Musical Theatre, Minor in English Literature
WESTERN CAROLINA UNIVERSITY
Cullowhee, NC05-2022
Skills
- Sales strategy
- Client relationship management
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Organization and prioritization
- Time management
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Adaptability
- Creative thinking
- Google Workspace
- Microsoft 365
- Canva design
- HubSpot
Awards
- Brinson Honors College Distinguished Scholar, Western Carolina University
- Chancellor's List, Western Carolina University
- Dean's List, Western Carolina University
Timeline
Event Sales Coordinator
Great Big Game Show/The Escape Game
07.2024 - Current
Game Show Host/Team Lead
Great Big Game Show
07.2023 - 08.2024
Film, TV, & Live Theatre
Various Production Companies
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Musical Theatre, Minor in English Literature
WESTERN CAROLINA UNIVERSITY