Darren Stokes Jr
Project Manager
Brookhaven,PA
Summary
Talented,knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings 11 years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Project Manager
Stokes Entertainment
06.2010 - Current
- Created a video production/photography company because of deep seeded passion for storytelling
- Develop and produce Visual Content for businesses who want to increase client engagement
- Work efficiently and prioritize sessions to stay on schedule
- Assemble Teams of Camera Operators, Editors, Scriptwriters, and more
- Achieved 20% new client increase in 2020 by developing and implementing innovative marketing techniques to solicit new business
- Utilize a variety of marketing trends and advertisement types on social media to attract and retain clients
- Achieve project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Foster relationships with vendors to promote positive working relationships.
- Develop and initiate projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Services
03.2019 - Current
- Assigned to manage classes (grades 6-12) when primary teacher is absent
- Follow classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Maintain effective classroom management by implementing teacher’s lesson plans and procedures
- Comply with all policies relating to child safety,health, security, and equal learning opportunities
- Record all student attendance and behavior feedback as required by school officials
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
09.2017 - 03.2019
- Receive products coming into the warehouse from vendors
- Control inventory by implementing cost reduction strategies
- Verify the quantity and quality of each item by checking them individually
- Prepare receiving reports and ensures that appropriate receipts are signed
- Utilize various types of PIT equipment to safely transport items to designated areas in the warehouse
Assistant Contractor/Secretary
Ebony Contractors
09.2007 - 08.2013
- Collaborate with team to demolish and reconstruct rooms
- Utilize Word to create client invoices
- Generate and manage client list/job data in Excel
- Maintaine and organize paperwork and data pertaining to each job and client
WorkReady Intern
City of Chester Streets
07.2012 - 08.2012
- Photograph and print areas of the street and sidewalk in need of repair
- Archive vital photos, property registration forms, etc
- Resolve city residents’ questions and concerns via telephone
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management
Lincoln University of PA, Lincoln University
08.2009 - 05.2013
Skills
Safety awareness
Verbal and written communication
Classroom management
Relationship building and management
Adaptable
Discipline
Creative problem solving
Disciplinary procedures
Advanced problem solving
Business process re-engineering
Project planning and development
Expense reports
Technical Support
Contract Management
Logistics Management
Project Management
New product introductions strategies
Procedure development
Staff Management
Directing experience
Preparing sets
Staging shots
Post-production expertise
Setting up equipment
Pre-Production Planning
Excellent Communication
Planning and Coordination
Cultural Awareness
Basic Math
Data Entry
Customer Service
Self-Motivated
Leadership
Teambuilding
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Websites
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Services
03.2019 - Current
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
09.2017 - 03.2019
WorkReady Intern
City of Chester Streets
07.2012 - 08.2012
Project Manager
Stokes Entertainment
06.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Management
Lincoln University of PA, Lincoln University
08.2009 - 05.2013
Assistant Contractor/Secretary
Ebony Contractors
09.2007 - 08.2013