Chavaughn Washington
Las Vegas
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with over 9 years of experience in event management, warehouse operations, and project coordination. Expertise in team leadership and logistics optimization, consistently delivering exceptional outcomes under tight deadlines. Skilled in multimedia content creation using Adobe Creative Suite to enhance communication strategies. Recognized for streamlining operations, fostering collaboration, and driving operational efficiency to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Productions and Warehouse Crew Chief, Site Experience
AREA15
05.2022 - Current
- Oversee production processes and closely collaborate with the Production Management team to coordinate and execute events.
- Supervise and provide leadership to production crew members, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and adhere to strict timelines.
- Develop and manage crew schedules, delegating responsibilities and maximizing team productivity.
- Ensure event spaces are clean, secure, and meet safety standards before and after events, including equipment storage and maintenance.
- Managed event setups and teardowns, ensuring efficient staging and decor.
- Performed regular equipment maintenance, minimizing downtime.
- Streamlined daily operations, optimizing truck loading, waste disposal, and supply management.
- Assist Event Producers in facilitating decor, performances, and guest experiences, ensuring excellent execution of events.
- Led warehouse operations and production crews, optimizing storage and ensuring seamless event setups. Streamlined workflows and logistics, enhancing efficiency and productivity by identifying process improvements and eliminating bottlenecks.
- Introduced improved scheduling techniques, leading to a 15% boost in operational efficiency.
Public Affairs Specialist
Army National Guard
07.2015 - 07.2021
- Directed public communication strategies by producing engaging multimedia content and conducting interviews.
- Designed and implemented media training programs, increasing personnel’s public speaking proficiency and boosting positive media coverage of military initiatives.
- Authored compelling news articles, ensuring accurate communication of Army activities through various channels.
- Achieved the Army Achievement Medal for exceptional service and contribution.
Education
B.A. - International Studies (Specialization in International Relations and National Security)
Hawaii Pacific University
HawaiiHigh School Diploma - Japanese Language Major
Las Vegas Academy of International Studies, Performing & Visual Arts
Skills
- Event Planning & Logistics Coordination
- Staff development
- Logistics and inventory oversight
- Project Scheduling & Resource Allocation
- Logistics optimization
- Creative asset production using Adobe tools
- Process optimization
- Strong interpersonal communication
- Accounting & Budgeting
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Experienced with Microsoft Office tools
- Calm in high-pressure situations
- Enthusiastic presence
- Social media engagement
- Event photography
Certification
- The Army Achievement Medal (2021)
- The Defense Information School Basic Public Affairs Specialist Course (2016)
- Boom Lift (2023)
- Scissor Lift (2023)
- Fork Lift (2023)
Timeline
Productions and Warehouse Crew Chief, Site Experience
AREA15
05.2022 - Current
Public Affairs Specialist
Army National Guard
07.2015 - 07.2021
High School Diploma - Japanese Language Major
Las Vegas Academy of International Studies, Performing & Visual Arts
B.A. - International Studies (Specialization in International Relations and National Security)
Hawaii Pacific University