Kristen Blankenship
Pasadena,CA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Producer
Dolls Kill
02.2019 - 07.2023
- Met with industry connections to discuss opportunities and advocated for clients well-suited for specific work.
- Collaborated with talent agencies to pursue leads and pitch potential representation.
- Managed book of 500 +talent
- Conducted meetings with staff to discuss production progress and to attain production objectives.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
- Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
- Observed tight deadlines and strict budgetary controls to avoid waste and streamline costs.
- Identified and approved equipment and elements required for productions.
- Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
- Remained highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results.
- Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through stages to completion.
- Hired, trained and managed production staff and crew members to build highly qualified team and boost overall performance.
- Maintained project costs through careful budgeting and monitoring of expenditures.
- Collaborated with marketing and advertising teams to achieve successful launch of projects.
- Enforced adherence with safety regulations and industry standards to keep productions compliant.
Content Creator
Dolls Kill
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Applied current editing and photography tools to tell great stories.
- Created dynamic graphics and pieces to increase website and social media traffic.
- Develop original content through social listening and independent sources.
- Implemented strategies and tactics to grow followers on social media channels.
- Identified target audiences to analyze characteristics, behavior and media habits.
- Developed original content using social listening and independent sources.
- Conducted online research to obtain relevant information and materials.
- Strengthened content through proofreading and editing.
- Created content for websites and online publications.
- Promoted and marketed works through social media platforms.
- Built, established and maintained relationships with sources.
- Studied and commented on current news and trends.
Manager
Fusion Salon And Spa
06.2014 - 01.2019
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
Social Media Intern
Ugly Magazine
05.2014 - 08.2014
- Created engaging content to catch attention of potential customers.
- Created informative and entertaining posts for client's Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram pages.
- Optimized social media content for maximum engagement and reach.
- Conducted daily updates to social media profiles to boost company online presence.
- Developed creative and unique campaign visuals, including videos, GIFs and images.
- Increased brand awareness and followers through comprehensive social media campaign management.
- Informed content creation and optimized campaigns using insights and analytics.
- Created customized marketing materials to increase product awareness.
- Collaborated with designers, copywriters and developers, creating effective search marketing campaigns.
- Conducted market research and competitor analysis to inform search marketing strategies.
Manager of Operations
California Ripped Fitness
03.2011 - 06.2014
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Partnered with vendors and suppliers to effectively manage and budget.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
After School Care Provider
Marysville Joint Unified School District
09.2008 - 03.2011
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
- Provided instructional support to students unable to attend regular classes.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.
- Shared important information with students concerning upcoming assignments and tests.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
Veterinary Assistant Intern
Marsyville Vet Clinic
09.2006 - 06.2007
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Observed animals for signs of distress or illness.
- Maintained clean and safe animal living areas.
- Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
- Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
UC Davis
Davis, CA06.2021
Skills
- Network Development
- Career Advising
- Strategy Development
- Critical Thinking
- Talent Scouting
- Contract Assessment
- Microsoft Office
- Google Office
- Asana
- Grin
- Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- Data Communications
- Schedule Management
- Travel Accommodations
- Customer Service
- Office Meetings
- Client Relationships
- Strategic Planning
- Production Processes
- Corporate Travel
- Payment Collection
- Invoice Preparation
- Guest Experiences
- Itinerary Planning
- Vendor Contracts
- Scheduling
Accomplishments
3.8 GPA And Deans List Graduate
Certification
- Diverse Leadership Training - 2021
Timeline
Producer
Dolls Kill
02.2019 - 07.2023
Content Creator
Dolls Kill
01.2018 - 01.2019
Manager
Fusion Salon And Spa
06.2014 - 01.2019
Social Media Intern
Ugly Magazine
05.2014 - 08.2014
Manager of Operations
California Ripped Fitness
03.2011 - 06.2014
After School Care Provider
Marysville Joint Unified School District
09.2008 - 03.2011
Veterinary Assistant Intern
Marsyville Vet Clinic
09.2006 - 06.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
UC Davis
- Diverse Leadership Training - 2021
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