Jenna Williams
Summary
Creativity, Communication, Organization, Time Management, Positivity and ability to handle high-stress situations with ease and confidence (and a sense of humor when necessary). I am poised and diligent in my work, take criticism well and benefit from collaboration.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Marketing and Community Relations Coordinator
Nina Berenato Jewelry
Austin, TX
05.2024 - Current
- Engage with influencers through social media networks to build brand loyalty.
- Provide support in creating presentations, press releases, newsletters.
- Organized events to engage with the community and create positive relationships.
Social Media Manager
Jennarally Speaking (Self-Employed)
07.2021 - Current
- Develop and implement strategic social media marketing plans and oversee special promotional events to drive positive media coverage, boost revenue and enhance sales.
- Utilize Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and Facebook to promote products, services and content.
- Manage day-to-day execution of social media messaging with influencer marketing strategies and creative campaigns.
Executive Assistant/Personal Assistant to CEO
Uncommon James
Nashville, TN
04.2022 - 03.2024
- Scheduled and arranged travel and hotel reservations for meetings, photo shoots and appearances for both personal and professional purposes.
- Managed and tracked expenses to meet company budget requirements.
- Organized personal and professional calendars with reminders for upcoming meetings and events.
- Managed household inventory and maintenance schedules.
- Organized work projects around client's house, including a cross-country move; Nashville to Los Angeles.
Executive Assistant To CEO/Private Events
The Listening Room Cafe
Nashville, TN
09.2020 - 09.2021
- I supported the owner and our small, yet mighty, team with positivity, grit and enthusiasm as the office manager, the bookkeeper and event planner.
- I planned and coordinated vendors, timelines and budgets for numerous events; and managed daily invoices, reports and proposals; including planning and budgeting to open a second location in Summer 2021.
- I worked closely with local designers to be sure our merchandise aligned with the brand, that orders were fulfilled in a timely manner and we were ahead of inventory; especially during high-volume seasons.
Executive Assistant/Event Coordinator
William Morris Endeavor
Nashville, TN
04.2017 - 05.2020
- I had the opportunity to work as an assistant to the co-head of our Nashville office, the head of the Christian Music department, as well as manage our Steps – a 125 person capacity music venue within our office.
- I planned and oversaw event logistics for 100+ internal events/showcases/press conferences while I was an event coordinator. I jumped in as the photographer and stage designer when needed. My proudest moment was being on the team for the press conference to announce Garth Brooks' college football stadium tour in 2018.
- In addition to administrative responsibilities - answering phones, reviewing contracts and entering offers; as an executive assistant, I worked closely with our roster's management teams to lock in tours and appearances, advanced shows, booked travel, managed expenses, scheduled, planned and took minutes in meetings and coordinated client gifts.
Assistant Manager/Office Manager
Mandolin Entertainment
Nashville, TN
07.2015 - 02.2017
- I served as the liaison between musicians and booking agents/record labels/publishers.
- I managed the day-to-day schedules of our artists (Lance Carpenter, Skye Claire, Whiskey Rose and Trailer Choir), managed their/our websites and social media pages.
- I created video content, show posters, and EPKs and lined up sponsorships for tours and public appearances.
- Daily tasks included writing-up contracts, organizing rehearsals and showcases, and managing the office and interns.
Account Manager/Intern Supervisor
Newton O’Neill Communications
Austin, TX
09.2013 - 07.2015
- I worked directly with our clients to be sure their needs were met, the creative edge was always an idea away and their brands were well-represented in the media landscape.
- I managed and provided social media and event management expertise and strategy, created e-mail campaigns, composed press releases, pitch letters and proposals, and managed the Newton O’Neill website and social media pages. I was also the intern supervisor.
Public Relations Executive
Broken Records Creative
Austin, TX
05.2012 - 09.2013
- I managed, produced, and planned our quarterly dynamic events that paired local non-profits with local musicians to benefit the community as a whole.
- I consulted with our clients in regards to their social media strategies, presented advertising campaigns to potential and current clients, wrote regular press releases on behalf of Broken Records and our clients, and planned team-building exercises within the company.
- Partnered with CEO/COO to establish overall public relations and external communications strategies.
Education
Certificate of Recording Arts Degree -
MediaTech Institute
Austin, TX2010
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers, FL2007
International Study Abroad Program -
Middlesex University London
London, England2006
Skills
- Mac/PC Proficient
- Microsoft Office Suite, G Suite/Outlook
- Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Snapchat, Pinterest, TikTok, Vimeo, YouTube, Reddit, Tumblr
- Mailchimp, Emma, Canva, Slack
- Constant Contact, Salesforce, Cision, Artist Growth, Bandsintown, Tripleseat
- Quickbooks
- Event Planning
- Public Relations
- Design, Photography
- Articulate and well-spoken, proper phone etiquette and strong problem solver
Activities
Napier Elementary, Camp Counselor (’17-’20), Habitat for Humanity, Volunteer (’19), Music City Food & Wine Fest, Guest Services (’19), Nashville Fashion Awards, Nominee Assistant (’18), Streaming Promotions, Client Relations (’17), Austin Young Chamber, Member (’15), Austin Fashion Awards, Red Carpet Assistant (’14), Austin Women In Media, Communications Board Member (’13 - ‘15), Saint Louise House, Volunteer (’13 –‘15), ACL Live, Guest Relations (’11 -‘16), Girl Guitar Austin, Guitarist (’09 - ‘16), 48 Hour Film Project, Production Assistant (‘12, ’13), FunFunFunFest, Merchandise and Artist Relations (‘11, ‘12), Austin Jazz Society: Jazz Festival, Stage Manager (’11, ‘12), DMX Music, Music Design Intern (’11), SXSW Music Festival, Production Assistant (‘09), Sony/Tree Studios & Blackbird Studio, Sound Engineer Intern (’10), Server, Outback Steakhouse/California Pizza Kitchen ('04-'11)
Hello..
I love to travel, laugh and learn! I was born and raised in Clearwater, Florida and I have lived in Austin, Texas; Toronto, Canada; London, England; and Birmingham, Alabama. I have traveled to Amsterdam, Paris, Wales, Barcelona, Dublin, Costa Rica, Puerto Rico, Bahamas, Italy and most of the United States. I live for my family and friends; music, sports and fashion motivate me, and I am always up for an adventure. I currently reside in Nashville, Tennessee.
Timeline
Marketing and Community Relations Coordinator
Nina Berenato Jewelry
05.2024 - Current
Executive Assistant/Personal Assistant to CEO
Uncommon James
04.2022 - 03.2024
Social Media Manager
Jennarally Speaking (Self-Employed)
07.2021 - Current
Executive Assistant To CEO/Private Events
The Listening Room Cafe
09.2020 - 09.2021
Executive Assistant/Event Coordinator
William Morris Endeavor
04.2017 - 05.2020
Assistant Manager/Office Manager
Mandolin Entertainment
07.2015 - 02.2017
Account Manager/Intern Supervisor
Newton O’Neill Communications
09.2013 - 07.2015
Public Relations Executive
Broken Records Creative
05.2012 - 09.2013
Certificate of Recording Arts Degree -
MediaTech Institute
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Florida Gulf Coast University
International Study Abroad Program -
Middlesex University London
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