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Chasten Elliott
Global Event Expert
New York,NY
Summary
Forward-thinking and self-directed global event expert with over 6 years of experience creating strategic alliances with organizational leaders to align with and support key business initiatives for on-time, under-budget event completion. Decisive leader and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Global Experiences Associate Manager
Conde Nast, GQ, Glamour, Allure, AD, Vanity Fair
New York, NY
12.2018 - 02.2021
- Planned all manners of global brand events, including the Vogue MET Gala, GQ’s global fashion week parties, brand collaboration events, and fashion shows (both IRL and virtually).
- Ensured consistent and efficient delivery of an exceptional event experience in all phases of the event (pre-event, on-site event, post-event).
- Implemented and evolved global event processes, guidelines, and standards for global programs strategy, deliverables, and initiatives in conjunction with internal teams.
- Coordinated the build and management of all services, service providers (vendor partners) and each event delivery team (Event Catering, Event Production, Security, Transportation, AV Engineering, Corporate Engineering) involved in all aspects of event program operations with the goal of delivering amazing event experiences.
- Became the main point of contact for any issues and troubleshoot service request escalations.
- Gathered relevant data to identify and evaluate potential risks and service deficiencies within the event services operations while implementing process improvement strategies and ongoing compliance with Conde Nast’s global event service policies.
Advertising Sales Associate - Luxury & Retail
Conde Nast - VOGUE
New York, NY
08.2017 - 12.2018
- Used consultative sales techniques to pinpoint customers' advertising needs and close on short-term and long-term sales contracts.
- Created and presented media and advertising packages to prospective customers.
- Sold non-traditional advertising in niche publications, commercial publications, digital platforms, and direct mail formats.
- Conducted market research to attract clients in new territories.
- Demonstrated in depth knowledge of all products, promotions, and recommendation to clients based on customer’s needs.
- Managed sales and optimized each step of sales process ensuring all clients received highest degree of sophistication and enjoyable service possible
- Successfully reached and surpassed monthly sales goals as determined by management.
Global Communications /Special Events Planner
Estee Lauder Companies, Clinique for Men & LAB SERIES
New York, NY
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Executed PR mailings to national, regional and short-lead editors, taste makers and influencers.
- Synthesized media monitoring and competitive research.
- Drafted press releases detailing relevant newsworthy information and supporting brand image, and worked with news media to spread positions.
- Curated creative mailings, story ideas, press events, and brand partnerships.
- Engaged in professional networking to maintain strong relationships with communications and media professionals to drive partnerships and effective dissemination of mass communications.
- Secured media coverage for clients, company and specific campaigns.
Events Associate
PRADA Group – Prada/ Miu Miu
New York
08.2015 - 01.2016
- Facilitated the planning and coordination of both Prada and Miu Miu events in North America.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, including contract signing, fee collection, event booking and event promotions.
- Prepared Monthly project reports and sent copies to department heads for evaluation.
- Utilized strong social skills to help initiate amiable relations with associates and potential clients.
- Performed excellent research abilities along with gained knowledge on data compilation and verification.
Education
Bachelor of the Arts - International Business, Finance & Applied Psychology
New York University
New York 08.2013 - 05.2017
Skills
Events logistics / management
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software
Windows & MacOS Applications
QuickBooks
Keynote, Powerpoint, Google Slides
Quote
Judge a man by his questions rather than his answers.
Voltaire
Timeline
Global Experiences Associate Manager
Conde Nast, GQ, Glamour, Allure, AD, Vanity Fair
12.2018 - 02.2021
Advertising Sales Associate - Luxury & Retail
Conde Nast - VOGUE
08.2017 - 12.2018
Global Communications /Special Events Planner
Estee Lauder Companies, Clinique for Men & LAB SERIES
08.2016 - 05.2017
Events Associate
PRADA Group – Prada/ Miu Miu
08.2015 - 01.2016
Bachelor of the Arts - International Business, Finance & Applied Psychology
New York University
08.2013 - 05.2017
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