Hi, I’m
Justin Imbastari
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Forward-thinking experiential producer with a proven track record delivering standout activations and large-scale event installations. Combines strategic project management and agency-savvy collaboration to guide creative visions from concept to flawless execution. Adept at synchronizing cross-functional teams, forging impactful partnerships, and ensuring high-quality, on-time, and on-budget outcomes for both clients and audiences.
Overview
8
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Long Feng Art Project
Production & Operations Support
07.2024 - 09.2024
Job overview
- Collaborated with executive producers and design teams to plan and construct multi-million dollar large-scale experiential art car 'Long Feng' for Burning Man 2024
- As a production assistant ensuring alignment with creative vision, ongoing management of guest and artist relations
- Assisted in the management of high end camp operations (set-up, scheduling, logistics) for large scale camp and artists, and experiential activations for a 10 day schedule
- Oversaw all criteria and licensing with Burning Man Org
Contracted
Fabrication, Builder and Designer
08.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Consulted and led fabrication, installation, and project management for large events and experiential art activations builds and stage builds at (VEECON, Broadway NYC, Design Science) across Los Angeles, New York, and Southern California
- Builder in the off-grid van industry for Brooklyn Camper Vans and personal clients designing and fabricating high end luxury sprinter vans
- Key skills: Cross-Functional Collaboration, Logistics & Operations, PM Software (Click Up/Asana), Sketchup/Rhino 3D, Adobe Creative Cloud
- Worked closely with owners throughout process to keep projects in line with individual visions.
Byte Project
Project Manager
04.2022 - 07.2024
Job overview
- Developed creative vision and brand identity for Byte's digital campaigns and online presence, collaborating with illustrator/founder Jay Blanda
- Managed festival appearances (Burning Man, Lightning in a Bottle, Desert Hearts, All Day I Dream) across consecutive years (2022-present), overseeing logistics such as transport, permits, route planning, and safety protocols
- Coordinated artist management and collaborative activations, ensuring seamless integration of performances and activation experiences at large-scale events
- Led design, fabrication, and installation teams (2022-2023) for the 'PETAByte' mutant vehicle, delivering a cohesive production timeline and immersive on-site experience at Burning Man
- Leveraged key production tools and skills: Adobe Creative Suite to craft media and marketing material (Illustrator, Premiere Pro, InDesign)
Ceremonia
Operations Coordinator
05.2022 - 10.2023
Job overview
- Drove branding, marketing and operations initiatives for an entheogenic retreat center, partnering with key stakeholders to shape Ceremonias brand positioning and grow engagement in the developing psychedelic therapy space in Colorado
- Oversaw operations for health and wellness events and retreats in Denver and Costa Rica, creating hospitality guest guidelines for Ceremonias high end retreat practices continuously refining SOP standards through our initial launch
- Personal Assistant to CEO Austin Mao, assisting with research and special projects
Diversion
Event Coordinator
10.2023 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Worked closely with stakeholders to manage strategic brand sponsors, including companies such as Fabletics for Diversion Summit (a Web 3 conference held in Santa Monica)
- Developed the brand identity and managing content deliverable for Diversion Series, coordinating creative assets, influencers and collaborating with videographers, designers/editors to develop online campaigns for the event
Compass (R.E. Sales)
Real Estate Sales
10.2021 - 05.2022
Job overview
- Menteed under Seth Struiksma, increasing total group sales for the sales team by 40% through the use of data analytics and SEO in the San Diego Real Estate market
- Managed clients through Firepoint CRM with 200+ outbound calls a day, nurturing cold and warm leads
- Skills: Client Relationship Management, Cold Calling, Negotiation, Compass CRM platform, Google Suite, Firepoint CRM
SynBioBeta
Vendor Coordinator
10.2021 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Working as a contractor I served as the primary point of contact for all vendor-related matters for the SynBioBeta conference in Oakland, communicating with vendors within the cellular agriculture industry
- (event cancelled due to Covid)
- Scheduling deliveries, on-site services and set up times ensuring vendors understand timelines and requirements
Brand Models & Shamon Freitas
Model and Commercial Print Actor
10.2016 - 10.2021
Job overview
- Worked as a commercial actor and model for GAP, Nike, TECATE, Qualcomm and various other brands in Southern California
Triple Crown Consulting
Account Manager
01.2019 - 06.2019
Job overview
- Managed ongoing relationships with 10-20 Technical directors in Hardware and Software companies for Google, Facebook, Deloitte and 3M
- Management of the sales floor and implementation of training program for all new hires
- Founding team in Costa Mesa, CA office - First Sales team establishing SOP's, scripts and sales material
- Working closely with executive leadership
Education
California State University, Fullerton - Mihaylo School of Business & Economics
Bachelor of Arts from Business Administration, Emphasis Information Systems
01.2018
University Overview
Currently Enrolled in PMI Certification for Project Management
Skills
- Event Production & Operations
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Logistics & Vendor Relations
- PM Software's (Click Up, Asana, Notion)
- Project estimations and Time Management
- Sketchup/Rhino 3D
- Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Premiere Pro, Illustrator)
- Fabrication & Construction Management
- Fluency in Spanish
Certification
PMI Certification for Project Management, Currently Enrolled
Timeline
Production & Operations Support
Long Feng Art Project
07.2024 - 09.2024
Event Coordinator
Diversion
10.2023 - 06.2023
Fabrication, Builder and Designer
Contracted
08.2023 - Current
Operations Coordinator
Ceremonia
05.2022 - 10.2023
Project Manager
Byte Project
04.2022 - 07.2024
Real Estate Sales
Compass (R.E. Sales)
10.2021 - 05.2022
Vendor Coordinator
SynBioBeta
10.2021 - 12.2021
Account Manager
Triple Crown Consulting
01.2019 - 06.2019
Model and Commercial Print Actor
Brand Models & Shamon Freitas
10.2016 - 10.2021
California State University, Fullerton - Mihaylo School of Business & Economics
Bachelor of Arts from Business Administration, Emphasis Information Systems
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