Dayva Savio
Jericho,VT
Summary
Highly conscientious and professional individual with extensive experience in program development and execution, team leadership, and management. Demonstrated ability to cultivate strong relationships and motivate individuals, resulting in increased efficiency and talent development. Adept at creating collaborative environments that foster innovation and drive organizational success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Healthy Families From the Start Program Coordinato
Janet S. Munt Family Room
20 Allen St Burlington Vt 05401
08.2020 - Current
- Developed program and offerings to address the needs and interests of pregnant and postpartum families.
- Planned, prepared and conducted regular home visits with participants and families enrolled in program.
- Promoted child growth and development through program offerings.
- Delivered information, support and referrals to participants to address family needs.
- Monitored program performance and outcomes for successful delivery of services.
- Managed annual program budgets.
- Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for client needs and resolve roadblocks.
- Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs.
- Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
- Managed volunteer programs focused on providing community services to underserved populations.
- Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
Grant Coordinator
Los Angeles Recovery Connect
Los Angeles, CA
06.2023 - 12.2024
- Managed post-award services and oversaw state and federal grant awards for compliance with uniform guidance and grant-specific requirements.
- Monitored and re-classed errors in grant charges, accounting and close outs.
- Conducted routine compliance reviews of grant programs.
- Worked with directors and grant program staff to implement established grant compliance policies and procedures.
- Established and maintained electronic files for grant-funded projects for tracking and reporting.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Director, Creative Management
TBWA CHIAT DAY
Los Angeles, CA
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Managed department of 100+ creatives including schedules and workload
- Managed creative department personnel budget to mitigate risk of overages.
- Worked with CFO and GAD on staffing plans based on fee and SOW
- Hired and oversaw Creative Management Coordinator
- Facilitated employee retention & department downsizing
- Managed growth and development of individuals in the group
- Researched and Hired appropriate freelance talent.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating freelance contracts for more advantageous terms.
- Coordinated and provided insight to employee performance reviews
- Provided insight and solutions to improve overall efficiency and productivity within the group.
- Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
Senior Manager, Creative Services
David & Goliath
Los Angeles, CA
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Managed department of 40+ creatives including schedules and workload
- Developed new creative department workflow process and structure
- Developed new Project Management department and process
- Worked with CFO and GAD on staffing plans based on fee and SOW
- Handled all creative recruitment, interviewing and salary negotiation
- Managed growth and development of individuals in the group
- Hired freelancers and managed project budgets
- Coordinated and provided insight to employee performance reviews
- Provided insight and solutions to improve overall efficiency and productivity within the group
- Approved timesheets, expense reports and vacation requests.
Senior Creative Manager
Arnold Worldwide
Boston, MA
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Managed department of 100+ creatives including schedules and workload
- Stayed current with activity on all accounts on a daily, quarterly, and yearly basis
- Managed growth and development of individuals in the group
- Assigned work based on skill set and availability
- Assisted with creative recruiting and interviewing talent
- Hired freelancers on a project basis
- Coordinated and provided insight to employee performance reviews
- Provided insight and solutions to improve overall efficiency and productivity within the group
- Approved timesheets, expense reports and vacation requests
- Oversaw creative department interns.
Education
Massage Therapist Certification - Massage Therapy
Cortiva Institute - Boston
Watertown, MADoula And Childbirth Educator Certification -
CAPPA
Advertising Photography
New England School of Photography
01.1999
Skills
- Project Management
- Creative Management
- Program Management
- Leadership
- Project Planning
- Approval Process
- Briefing
- Cultural Competency
- Client Advocacy
- Interpersonal Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Problem-solving aptitude
Websites
Timeline
Grant Coordinator
Los Angeles Recovery Connect
06.2023 - 12.2024
Healthy Families From the Start Program Coordinato
Janet S. Munt Family Room
08.2020 - Current
Director, Creative Management
TBWA CHIAT DAY
01.2011 - 01.2013
Senior Manager, Creative Services
David & Goliath
01.2010 - 01.2011
Senior Creative Manager
Arnold Worldwide
01.2008 - 01.2010
Massage Therapist Certification - Massage Therapy
Cortiva Institute - Boston
Doula And Childbirth Educator Certification -
CAPPA
Advertising Photography
New England School of Photography