Carrie Michelle Meyer

• Provide excellent customer service to Tempe community members registering for classes and activities
• Assist manager in all aspects of business operations; taking payment for classes, reservations, and licenses; maintaining filing systems; tracking financials and other duties as needed
• Contribute to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude
• Greet guests in with friendliness and professionalism
• Work closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations
• Strengthen client relationships through consistent follow-up communication and efficient problem resolution
• Demonstrate adaptability by quickly mastering new software applications for various tasks
• Increase efficiency by implementing new processes and providing administrative support to management

• Planned and organized live or virtual meetings and events for outside organizations and external clients
• Negotiated with vendors to secure cost-effective contracts, resulting in significant budget savings
• Implemented event strategies to achieve creative objectives
• Coordinated meeting logistics, including attendee registration, transportation, accommodations, meals, and technology
• Conducted rehearsals and system checks of all equipment and connectivity
• Established relationships with vendors for event support services
• Coordinated budget planning to ensure events stay within cost projections
• Coordinated all creative aspects of planned events
• Adapted quickly and identified effective solutions to unexpected challenges or changes in plans
• Coordinated schedules and timelines for events
• Managed event logistics and operations
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless event execution and positive outcomes

• Assisted the planning and implementing art and cultural festivals throughout the year
• Assisted the Director with coordination of artists and vendors in preparation of various festivals
• Managed financials, collected fees; created and maintained dynamic spreadsheets to track flow of currency
• Communicated and organized volunteers regarding scheduling and assignments
• Assisted in organizing successful events by collaborating with vendors and suppliers
• Developed integrated event strategies and conducted on-site events management and follow-up after events
• Directed team to set up and keep banquet space clean and presentable for guests
• Ensured smooth operations during events by managing schedules and delegating tasks to volunteers or support staff effectively
• Improved future events by evaluating successes and failures of previous private and corporate gatherings
• Contributed to positive event outcomes by promptly addressing issues or concerns from attendees or staff members

• Sold tickets and answered box office phone calls
• Provided management with post show sales report
• Maintained safety of guests
• Oversaw daily operations including supervision of assistants, patron service representatives, and volunteers
• Managed opening and closing procedures; completing paperwork, including time sheets, incident reports, event reports, and staff assignments
• Conducted pre-show and post-show meetings
• Addressed and assisted patrons with disabilities
• Checked in event vendors
• Completed merchandise sales reports
• Worked closely with box office, catering, and production to ensure a successful event
• Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals
• Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements
• Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives

• Coordinated production and back line set up
• Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays
• Provided facility and artist liaison services
• Assisted in social media event promotion
• Maintained appropriate budget for nine separate performances

Booking Assistant

• Input contract and license agreements into Event Pro
• Obtained and documented financials into custom spreadsheets
• Responded to inquiries, and supported the Business Development Department
• Delivered exceptional customer service and exceeding client expectations providing clientele with consistent communication by way of email/phone

Event Assistant

• Maintained and fostered relationship with scheduled clients who booked events by attending the walk through
• Maintained pre and post event correspondence
• Coordinated and maintained in-person availability throughout the entire event
• Optimized venue bookings by maintaining strong relationships with venue owners and managers.

• Greeted guests of the gallery
• Answered questions regarding the gallery, the center, or show productions
• Provided tours of the facility
• Tracked daily number of guests who enter the gallery
• Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with diverse clientele, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for all guests
• Contributed to the preparation of exhibits by checking in new art, packing and unpacking art, condition reporting, object movement, vinyl lettering, and text panel writing
• Assisted in the programming and management of special events

• Served as the primary point of contact, fostering strong relationships between Childsplay personnel and internal teams
• Maintained a high degree of professionalism at all times, representing the organization with integrity in both internal and external interactions
• Attended pre-production and administrative meetings to ensure successful execution of production
• Created event update reports for each show during the season to track attendance and develop effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications

• Administered house managers, staff scheduling, and provided volunteer supervision
• Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members
• Managed events including gallery openings, communicating with booking coordinator and CEO, and organizing monthly staff meetings
• Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows
• Oversaw safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards
• Managed diverse team, promoting inclusive work environment that leveraged individual strengths