AMY ARGENTO
Springfield,USA
Summary
Bookings and casting professional with over 20 years of experience collaborating with magazines and brands. Proven track record in organizational excellence and creative teamwork, particularly in children's casting. Transitioning into early childhood education, leveraging extensive hands-on experience as a full-time parent to create engaging learning environments. Committed to fostering a calm and collaborative atmosphere in nursery or preschool settings as a Teacher Assistant.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Bookings Professional
Lucky Magazine
New York, NY
03.2010 - Current
- Cast and booked child and adult talent for editorial and advertising campaigns
- Coordinated castings, compiled digital portfolios, and scheduled on-site support
- Booked support teams including stylists, makeup artists, and photographers
- Worked closely with clients and creative teams to align visions and meet shoot goals
- Provided travel arrangements and logistical planning
- Regularly served as acting Bookings Director
- Increased casting efficiency by 20% through streamlined scheduling
- Negotiated contracts reducing booking costs by 15%
- Managed over 35 photo shoots per year with top-tier talent and client satisfaction
- Secured 50+ new talent collaborations, expanding diversity by 25%
Photo Coordinator
Brides Magazine
New York, NY
04.2014 - 01.2015
Casting Consultant
Matchbook Company
New York, NY
04.2012 - 02.2014
Acting Senior Bookings Editor
Self Magazine
New York, NY
05.2013 - 08.2013
Casting Consultant
Redbook Magazine
New York, NY
03.2010 - 04.2013
Acting Bookings Director
Lucky Magazine
New York, NY
09.2011 - 12.2011
Bookings Editor
Marie Claire Magazine
New York, NY
07.2005 - 01.2009
Casting Consultant
Health Magazine
New York, NY
08.2004 - 07.2005
Freelance Bookings Editor
InStyle Magazine
New York, NY
09.2003 - 07.2005
Bookings Editor
Cosmopolitan Magazine
New York, NY
05.2000 - 09.2003
Assistant Bookings Editor
Glamour Magazine
New York, NY
11.1998 - 05.2000
Assistant to the Bookings Editor
Cosmopolitan Magazine
New York, NY
04.1998 - 11.1998
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources
University of Delaware
Newark, DE05.1997
Skills
- Child Engagement & Development Support
- Classroom & Activity Preparation
- Scheduling & Logistics Coordination
- Multitasking in Fast-Paced Environments
- Creative Problem Solving
- Contract Negotiation & Budget Management
- Team Collaboration & Staff Coordination
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Photo Coordinator
Brides Magazine
04.2014 - 01.2015
Acting Senior Bookings Editor
Self Magazine
05.2013 - 08.2013
Casting Consultant
Matchbook Company
04.2012 - 02.2014
Acting Bookings Director
Lucky Magazine
09.2011 - 12.2011
Freelance Bookings Professional
Lucky Magazine
03.2010 - Current
Casting Consultant
Redbook Magazine
03.2010 - 04.2013
Bookings Editor
Marie Claire Magazine
07.2005 - 01.2009
Casting Consultant
Health Magazine
08.2004 - 07.2005
Freelance Bookings Editor
InStyle Magazine
09.2003 - 07.2005
Bookings Editor
Cosmopolitan Magazine
05.2000 - 09.2003
Assistant Bookings Editor
Glamour Magazine
11.1998 - 05.2000
Assistant to the Bookings Editor
Cosmopolitan Magazine
04.1998 - 11.1998
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources
University of Delaware
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