Austin Bivens
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Client-oriented Event Coordinator committed to making clients' dreams come true. Skilled in working with clients to plan unique events from start to finish while proactively managing risks and potential problems. Proven leader with success creating cohesive, goal-oriented teams.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Banquet/Event Coordinator
Pier 5 Hotel
Baltimore, MD
05.2023 - Current
- Organized vendor contracts, negotiated fees, and ensured compliance with all regulations.
- Coordinated with internal teams to ensure timely delivery of products and services for events.
- Sourced venues for events in accordance with client needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with clients to identify their goals and expectations from the event.
- Managed logistics related to transportation, catering, entertainment, decorations for events.
- Ensured effective communication between vendors and suppliers before, during and after the event.
- Provided on-site support during the day of the event including problem solving if necessary.
- Conducted post-event evaluations to measure success of each program against objectives set forth by clients.
- Worked closely with audio visual technicians and other technical personnel in setting up equipment at the venue.
- Assisted guests throughout the duration of an event by providing directions or answering questions about available amenities.
Cashier/Sales Associate/Stocker
Shore Spirits
Pocomoke City, MD
01.2021 - 10.2022
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
- Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations within the store environment.
- Organized promotional displays or arrange merchandise on counters or tables to promote sales.
Warehouse Associate/Assistant Bookkeeper
Thriftbooks
Baltimore, MD
02.2022 - 09.2022
- Maintained accurate inventory records through manual and computerized systems.
- Performed cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory levels.
- Unloaded materials from trucks using forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Organized warehouse space by rearranging products on shelves, racks and bins according to size, weight, type and other specifications.
Housekeeper
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton
Salisbury, MD
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
- Changed bed linens and towels, tidied up rooms.
- Stocked amenities such as soap, shampoo and toilet paper in guest rooms.
- Replenished supplies such as drinking glasses and coffee cups in guest rooms.
- Sanitized all areas of the hotel lobby and public restrooms.
- Emptied trash receptacles throughout the property.
Photographer
Lifetouch Portrait Studios
Salisbury, MD
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Set up lighting equipment and adjust camera settings to capture desired images.
- Organize and store digital photographs, negatives, and prints in an orderly fashion.
- Edit photos using Adobe Photoshop and other software applications.
- Create portfolios for clients to showcase work.
- Consult with clients to understand their needs and preferences for a photo shoot.
- Review proofs with clients to determine which images should be printed or published.
- Advise on appropriate poses, props, and backgrounds for each shot taken.
- Maintain photography equipment including cameras, lenses, lighting gear, tripods.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pocomoke High School
Pocomoke City, MD05-2015
Some College (No Degree) - Photography/Art
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Princess Anne, MDSkills
- Teamwork
- Excellent communication
- Equipment setup
- Problem-solving abilities
- Workflow coordination
- Safety procedures
- Decision-making
- Teamwork and communication
- Strong work ethic
Affiliations
- I'm very passionate in herbal living and dealing with plant life.
- I love art and exploring different parts of nature.
Timeline
Banquet/Event Coordinator
Pier 5 Hotel
05.2023 - Current
Warehouse Associate/Assistant Bookkeeper
Thriftbooks
02.2022 - 09.2022
Cashier/Sales Associate/Stocker
Shore Spirits
01.2021 - 10.2022
Housekeeper
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton
01.2020 - 04.2020
Photographer
Lifetouch Portrait Studios
01.2015 - 12.2016
High School Diploma -
Pocomoke High School
Some College (No Degree) - Photography/Art
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
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