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Javier Silva

Blanc Noir Event Group
Newark
7
years of professional experience

Runs live event setups across audio, video, lighting, LED walls, and streaming tools for 5–8 events per month, turning production plans into smooth audience experiences. Coordinates 2–3 crew members, cue calls, and on-site troubleshooting to keep shows on time and fix technical issues fast. Brings customer service, cashier, and bilingual communication skills to fast-moving event environments.

Work History

Event Production Manager

1 Year 9 Months
Blanc Noir Event Group | 11.2024 - Current
  • As a member of the Blanc Noir team, responsibilities include managing the technical, creative, and physical elements of our event group’s events. Aspects integral to events such as lighting, audio, video, staging, and ensuring the basic concepts given to us are turned into a real experience.
  • Technical Setup: Manages audio, video, LED walls, microphones, streaming tools/social media content, photo booths, and phone booths.
  • Design & Ambiance: envisioning stage building, lighting cues, and visual displays.
  • Vendor Management: Coordinated technical crews and on-site staff to ensure seamless event execution.
  • Show Execution: Ensured high-quality production through precise timing and effective cue calling from behind the scenes.
  • Problem Solving: Resolved live technical and logistical issues swiftly to maintain uninterrupted audience experience.
  • Managed logistics for multiple events, ensuring seamless execution and high client satisfaction.

Front End Staff

1 Year 2 Months
Costco Wholesale Wayne | 08.2023 - 10.2024
  • As a front-end staff member at Costco Wholesale typically I worked at the front of the store, assisting customers with their shopping experience.
  • Played a crucial role in providing customer service. This involved answering questions, resolving customer concerns, and directing customers to the appropriate areas of the store.
  • Facilitated membership operations by signing up new members, renewing existing memberships, and addressing membership inquiries.
  • Provided customer service by answering questions, resolving concerns, and directing customers to the appropriate store areas.
  • Kept the entrance and parking area tidy and was responsible for retrieving shopping carts from the parking lot and organizing them for customer use.
  • Managed checkout lines during peak hours, ensuring a smooth and efficient process for customers.

Crew Member

1 Year 11 Months
Dunkin’ Donuts | 08.2021 - 07.2023
  • Fawad Abbas, Manager
  • Prepared hot, fresh food for guests to meet brand standards.
  • Collaborated with managers and crew members to efficiently prepare and deliver customer orders.
  • Worked closely with managers and fellow crew members to prepare orders.
  • Cross-trained in multiple positions to assist during busy periods.
  • Delivered timely service and performed sanitation tasks.
  • Maintained high cleanliness and adhered to health code standards.
  • Maintained professional appearance and adhered to company dress code, enhancing customer experience.
  • Addressed customers with friendly greetings and conversations.
  • Minimized customer wait times by ensuring quick and accurate order taking and payment processing.
  • Newark, New Jersey

Front End Associate

11 Months
Sarmientos Construction | 07.2022 - 06.2023
  • Michelle Villanueva , Manager (201)736-2417
  • Customer service
  • Scheduled and confirmed services to ensure timely appointments
  • Answered calls to address customer inquiries and provide assistance
  • Performed clerical duties to support daily operations and maintain organization

Work Study Internship

6 Months
NJPAC, New Jersey Performing Arts Center | 09.2019 - 03.2020
  • Supported Head of Arts Education department in coordinating departmental initiatives.
  • Verified school attendance and voucher totals for upcoming shows to ensure accurate event planning.
  • Reviewed and synthesized incoming memos, submissions, reports, and documents for departmental decision-making.
  • 1 Center St, Newark, NJ 07102

Education

High School Diploma

St. Benedict’s Preparatory High School | Newark, NJ | 01-2022
Graduated 06- 2022

- Business Administration

Essex County College | Newark, NJ | 08-2026
Currently Seeking

Skills

Event coordination
Vendor coordination
Technical setup
Scheduling management
Quality control
Customer Focus
Teamwork
Accountability
Safety orientation
Bilingual
Venue logistics
Conflict resolution

Timeline

Event Production Manager

Blanc Noir Event Group
11.2024 - CurrentRead More

Front End Staff

Costco Wholesale Wayne
08.2023 - 10.2024Read More

Front End Associate

Sarmientos Construction
07.2022 - 06.2023Read More

Crew Member

Dunkin’ Donuts
08.2021 - 07.2023Read More

Work Study Internship

NJPAC, New Jersey Performing Arts Center
09.2019 - 03.2020Read More

Essex County College

from Business Administration
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St. Benedict’s Preparatory High School

High School Diploma
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Javier Silva