Jonathan Brewington
Lumberton,N.C
Summary
Talented Donor Relations/Stage Management, event planner, and team leader with strong track record of success in surpassing fundraising goals. Confident in leading teams and making tough decisions to optimize fundraising operations. Motivates staff to reach ever-higher targets. Accomplished Stage Manager with 11 years of success in precisely managing the fine details of a production. Talented in supporting the intended artistic vision through consistent communication with technical professionals and designers. Purpose-driven in creating schedules for crew and cast members. Ambitious and detail-oriented event planner with more than 8 years of experience in planning and executing high visibility events. Accomplished in organizing memorable events reflecting clients' vision and building relationships with vendors, clients, and community members. Strong ability to prioritize with success in managing conflicting event needs. Excited to bring talent, passion, education and expertise to future students offering opportunities for advancement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Donor Relations & Stage Management
Carolina Civic Center
Lumberton, N.C
01.2013 - Current
- Complete stage preparation and organization for shows and renters.
- Supervisor of the light designer and sound technician, ensuring all work is performed to company’s policy.
- Box office assistant, handling all ticket sales, answering all phone calls and returning messages.
- Being of assistance to the theatres executive director.
- Met with at least 100 prospective new donors and supporters monthly to build relationships, establish effective communications and generate funds.
- Planned, mobilized and managed development programs that attracted record-setting donations for non-profit institutions, allowing unprecedented expansion of services.
- Managed public relations and fundraising activities across the southeastern area.
- Built and maintained corporate image, brand and identity.
Owner & Lead Event Planner
Dream Makers - Event Planning & Rentals
Lumberton, NC
01.2014 - 10.2022
- Trained teams on specific operations and requirements for each job site, including applicable procedures and techniques.
- Handled client questions and concerns via different communication channels to deliver exceptional customer service.
- Secured event sponsorships and auction items for charitable initiatives.
- Helped with end-to-end event planning process through meetings, walk-throughs and day-of execution.
- Collaborated with leadership and colleagues to coordinate staffing for each event.
- Liaised between clients and company to verify contract fulfillment.
- Directed event production in collaboration with sponsors, hosts and internal teams.
- Planned, coordinated and executed weddings and special events.
- Coordinated vendors, timelines and budgets for events.
- Assessed event success and uncovered room for improvement through client feedback.
- Supervised event logistics for large-scale corporate events.
- Organized all event logistics and operations, including facility selection, pricing, transportation, accommodations, food and beverage selections and audio-visual arrangements.
Education
MBA - Specialization in Management
American InterContinental University
Schaumburg, IL09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University Of North Carolina At Pembroke
Pembroke, NC11.2020
Associate of Arts - Reverse Transcript Program
Robeson Community College
Lumberton, NC11.2020
High School Diploma -
Robeson Early College High School
Lumberton, NC05.2009
Skills
- Customer service
- Designing
- Directing
- Event Planning
- Inventory control
- Scheduling
- Supervision
- Verbal communication
- Cost reduction
- Design coordination
- Resource coordination
- Space preparation
- Strategic planning
- Event execution
- Budget administration
- Team oversight
- Hiring and staffing
- Staff training and development
References
Gwen Chavis, Early Childhood Program Director(retired) - Pembroke, NC (910)-258-2411 Robeson Community College
Dr. Melissa Oxendine, College Instructor - Pembroke, NC (910)-618-7616 Robeson Community College
Kendrix Singletary, Artistic Director -Lumberton, NC (910)-734-2635 Carolina Civic Center Historic Theater
Dr. Rebekah Lowry, Director of Alumni Affairs - Pembroke, NC (910)-734-0759 UNC-Pembroke
Timeline
Owner & Lead Event Planner
Dream Makers - Event Planning & Rentals
01.2014 - 10.2022
Donor Relations & Stage Management
Carolina Civic Center
01.2013 - Current
MBA - Specialization in Management
American InterContinental University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University Of North Carolina At Pembroke
Associate of Arts - Reverse Transcript Program
Robeson Community College
High School Diploma -
Robeson Early College High School
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