Carletta Taylor
San Diego,CA
Summary
Results-driven individual with a solid track record in delivering quality work. Known for excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with a commitment to achieving company goals and delivering exceptional service. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Handmade Crafts Artist
Independent Contractor - Self Employed
San Diego, CA
10.2023 - Current
- Designed, created, and sold handmade sun catchers by using crystals, glass beads, teacups and saucers, watering cans, etc.
- I participated in local craft fairs and farmers' market events to sell my products.
- Engaged with customers at markets, trade shows and other public venues.
- Created a unique and eye-pleasing vendor display that was appropriate for small selling spaces, which maximized product placement.
Floral Designer Holiday Installation
Janice Dodge Inc
San Diego, CA
11.2023 - 12.2024
- Created unique designs for holiday decor as suited to various locations.
- Created tabletop and various other custom arrangements or pieces.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Elderly Caretaker
M.Shipway
Simi Valley, CA
06.2020 - 09.2023
- Oversaw and maintained estate needs and patients personal records and bookkeeping
- Administered medications according to doctor's orders
- Prepared meals and snacks according to dietary requirements
- Maintained a clean and safe environment in the home setting
- Provided companionship and emotional support
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals regarding care
- Transported the patient to medical, dental and personal care appointments
- Responding quickly in emergency situations
Entertainment Sales/Coordinator of Special Events
PEP Creative
San Diego, CA
04.1999 - 04.2020
- Handled all entertainment for corporate and private events including proposing, contracting, coordinating all event logistics between client and artists/entertainers
- Managed daily operations of an assistant while providing support for decor sales teams via in-house sales
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals
- Coordinated travel arrangements for artists/vendors
- Provided on-site coordination and staff
- Continually researched new artists options to provide clientele with cutting edge entertainment options
- Worked with production teams, vendors and decor sales to assess and optimize entertainment for clients
- Collaborated and created out-of-the-box specialty entertainment, producing one of a kind events
- Delivered exemplary client and artist support by remaining poised in stressful situations (and there were many!)
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Recreation Administration, Emphasis on Hospitality
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA12.1987
Skills
- Scheduling/Timelines
- Staff management
- Contract preparations
- Analytical thinking
- Researching
- Creating New and Innovating Concepts
- Event planning
- Creative problem solving
- Display arrangement
Accomplishments
- Awarded 'Million Dollar Salesperson' for 2015
- Negotiated with vendors to maximize profits
- Consistently maintained high client satisfaction ratings
- Sold over 4 Million in Entertainment
- Successfully implemented over 4000 corporate private and social events
- Created, implemented and maintained highly effective Entertainment Tariff for preferred clients
Timeline
Floral Designer Holiday Installation
Janice Dodge Inc
11.2023 - 12.2024
Handmade Crafts Artist
Independent Contractor - Self Employed
10.2023 - Current
Elderly Caretaker
M.Shipway
06.2020 - 09.2023
Entertainment Sales/Coordinator of Special Events
PEP Creative
04.1999 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Recreation Administration, Emphasis on Hospitality
San Diego State University
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