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Dinorah Santana

San Diego,CA

Summary

Personable and anmbitous event coordinator bringing several years of expertise in highly-personalized event planning. Recognized for consistently building relationships with clients and leading teams to successfully execute events and daily operations. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact experiences in fast-paced environments.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Event Coordinator, Facility Operations

Border X Brewing
San Diego, CA
11.2021 - Current
  • Effectively executed within a fast-paced, multidimensional, multicultural work environment.
  • Maintained and organized tasting room venue events, as well as daily operations of the bar and landscaping responsibilities.
  • Oversaw setup, breakdown, and storage of all equipment used for the venue and bar.
  • Oversaw inventory for special events and bar operations.
  • Built a robust vendor network to secure cost-effective, high-quality products.
  • Attended and participated in industry and community events.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss goals and objectives set by management.
  • Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
  • Created processes to improve operational efficiency within the facility's departments.
  • Liaised between customers, residents, and property owners, management concerning any tenant or resident inquiries or requests.
  • Implemented policies related to health and safety regulations at the workplace premises.
  • Recruited, trained, managed and evaluated performance of staff members involved in daily operations.
  • Supervised various activities such as seminars, workshops or conferences related to the event theme or topic area.

Artist Assistant, Visual Artist Consultant

Private Practice
San Diego, CA
11.2010 - Current
  • Fostered productive, professional working relationships with fellow craftspeople, vendors and media representatives.
  • Interfaced with clients and customers to determine special art project needs, prepared design proposals and defined project scope.
  • Brainstormed with marketing and creative personnel to design high-quality images and illustrations for custom projects.
  • Integrated and developed visual elements to produce illustrations of ideas, emotions or moods.
  • Monitored events, trends and other circumstances to develop ideas and keep current on art world activities.
  • Maintained professional relationships with gallery owners and curators.
  • Organized exhibitions to showcase artwork in local venues.
  • Kept accurate records of sales figures for each piece created.
  • Addressed client concerns and worked together to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
  • Managed multiple art projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and delivery.
  • Provided art consultations and recommendations to clients based on their needs and preferences.
  • Documented the creative process and maintained an updated portfolio of works.
  • Prepped areas and set up supplies prior to beginning artistic sessions.
  • Actively participated in the artistic community, attending events and networking with other professionals.
  • Maintained an organized studio space, ensuring a conducive environment for artistic creation.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Full Spectrum Doula

Birthingway College of Midwifery
Portland, OR
01-2010

Skills

  • Sales contract management
  • Special events planning
  • Social Media Promotion
  • Catering Coordination
  • Business Growth
  • Operations Oversight
  • Workflow Management
  • Guest Relations
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Managing events start to finish
  • Room Setup and Breakdown
  • Client Relationship Development
  • Event Marketing
  • New Business Development
  • Social Media Marketing

Timeline

Special Event Coordinator, Facility Operations

Border X Brewing
11.2021 - Current

Artist Assistant, Visual Artist Consultant

Private Practice
11.2010 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - Full Spectrum Doula

Birthingway College of Midwifery
Dinorah Santana