El Silard
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Multi-talented Production & Operations Manager with a passion for food and beverage. Highly experienced in customer service and client satisfaction. Articulate and professional problem-solver with good relationship-building abilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Assistant Manager
Film & TV
New York, NY
06.2022 - Current
- Supported the production of various films, TV series, and commercials as both a Production Assistant & Production Assistant Manager.
- Discreetly and professionally interfaced with high-profile clients and talent ranging from actors to models to musicians.
Operations Manager, Food & Beverage Coordinator
The Jae Impact
New Orleans, LA
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Coordinated details of various events and initiatives for corporate and non-profit clients, including The Bloomberg Foundation, Women's Foundation of the South, Goodwill, Festivals for Good, and the ACLU of Louisiana.
- Events included company dinners, short-term art exhibits, fashion shows, and educational programming.
- Acted as the Food & Beverage Coordinator for various food festivals.
- Managed vendor contracts and ensured receipt of all licensing and documentation.
- Established a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to hygiene and safety regulations.
Artist Liaison
Jazz & Heritage Foundation, Essence Festival
New Orleans, LA
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Coordinated talent outreach and booking, including interfacing with legal teams to secure talent contracts.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere within green rooms by attending to every detail from décor preferences to dietary restrictions, fostering a positive environment for artists.
- Built strong relationships with artists and management teams, facilitated prompt issue resolution by serving as a liaison between artists and production teams.
- Engaged professionally with high-profile artists to ensure a comfortable and safe environment.
Owner & Operator
Brooklyn Artist And Activism Coalition
New York, NY
09.2017 - 06.2020
- Created and managed a collective of artists, coordinating workshops, performances, community outreach and activism, & wellness classes and services.
- Independently managed bar and food services through a private venue, utilizing bar and event sales to support wellness and activism initiatives.
- Coordinated with local non-profits to provide services for artists and other community members.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Modern Languages & Linguistics
University of Maryland Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD05.2013
Skills
- Customer Service
- Strong multitasking
- Engaging personality
- Cleanliness and hygiene
Timeline
Operations Manager, Food & Beverage Coordinator
The Jae Impact
10.2023 - 07.2024
Artist Liaison
Jazz & Heritage Foundation, Essence Festival
07.2023 - 07.2024
Production Assistant Manager
Film & TV
06.2022 - Current
Owner & Operator
Brooklyn Artist And Activism Coalition
09.2017 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Modern Languages & Linguistics
University of Maryland Baltimore County