Judi Jewell
St Louis,MO
Summary
Client-focused Event Manager focused on translating visions into one-of-a-kind events. Expert in all facets of event planning with success in controlling costs through strategic negotiations with vendors, suppliers and venues. Committed to going the extra mile to make clients wishes come true.
Concise and decisive communicator with organizational, multitasking and project and resource management talents. Determined and experienced in team oversight, budgeting and implementing effective processes and procedures.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Producer and Event Manager
Freelance
08.2023 - Current
- Established strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and increased referrals.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional multimedia productions for various platforms.
- Coordinated logistics, schedules, and talent management for smooth production flow and optimal results.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making to improve overall production quality and audience satisfaction levels.
- Conducted thorough pre-production planning sessions, ensuring all stakeholders were aligned on project objectives and timelines.
- Led brainstorming sessions with creative teams to develop unique story concepts that resonated with target audiences.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations, legal requirements, safety protocols during all stages of production.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Boosted audience engagement with high-quality content through close collaboration with creative teams.
Program Manager
Brado Cuneo, LLC
04.2021 - 08.2023
- Managed multiple work plans, determined resources, created timelines and generated initial budgets as part of project scope determination
- Resource Management
- Drove team success through shared vision and recognition of quality performance
- Orchestrated projects within strict time frames and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with senior leaders.
Senior Project Manager
The Spark Agency dba Switch
09.2017 - 07.2020
- Developed and initiated multiple simultaneous projects, including managing costs, schedule and performance
- Kept multiple projects on schedule and within budget while serving as Event Manager
- Communicated project plans and progress to clients, key stakeholders, including project contributors, business, operational and technical resources
- Provided outstanding service to clients through effective communication and expectation management in effort to promote future business opportunities.
Education
BFA - Production Management
Conservatory of Theatre Arts At Webster University
Webster Groves, MOSkills
- Project Estimation and Bidding
- Project Planning and Development
- Logistics Management
- AutoCAD
- MS Office
- Resource Management
- Project Management
- Proposal Development
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Budget Development
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Onsite customer support
- Remote Team Management
- Budgeting and Resource Management
- Event Planning and Execution
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 50+ staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 100+ in the development of multiple projects.
Timeline
Producer and Event Manager
Freelance
08.2023 - Current
Program Manager
Brado Cuneo, LLC
04.2021 - 08.2023
Senior Project Manager
The Spark Agency dba Switch
09.2017 - 07.2020
BFA - Production Management
Conservatory of Theatre Arts At Webster University