Marisa Garcia
New York,New York
Summary
Highly skilled professional with a background in managing high-level artists and performers, negotiations and client relationships. Possess strong negotiation skills and ability to handle high-pressure environments. Expert communicator with personable and highly articulate style. Known for strong relationship-building skills and commitment to maintaining trustful relationships with clients. Has successfully negotiated lucrative contracts and endorsements, securing optimal benefits for clients while maintaining strong relationships within the industry. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
AGENT
WILLIAM MORRIS ENDEAVOR
NEW YORK, NEW YORK
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Identified and recruited profit generating multi-talented artists and prepared them for commercial success
- Successfully served as the Territorial Project Manager for more than 40 accounts
- Implemented collaborative strategies with Marketing Team to successfully promote and track over 200 national and international appearances.
- Exceeded goals in growing talent business through strategic utilization of social media platforms
- Managed the negotiation and execution of over 300 crucial contracts
- Strategized and negotiated six-figure deals, ensuring maximum profit for the company and clients.
- Brainstormed and implemented innovative revenue generation strategies for clients amidst the COVID crisis
- Collaborated effectively with the Finance Department to guarantee prompt and appropriate payment of commissions, stakeholder contributions, and client remittances.
- Liaised with the Digital department to ensure seamless coordination of influencer and entertainer appearances in various marketplaces.
- Functioned as a Responsible Agent, delivering exceptional service to elite clientele
- Maintained close cross departmental relationships to ensure overall client success.
JUNIOR AGENT
WILLIAM MORRIS ENDEAVOR
NEW YORK, NEW YORK
04.2021 - 06.2022
- Cultivated relationships with a diverse range of individuals including local venue decision-makers, promoters, high-level clients, managers, publicists,and bookers.
- Planned and managed large-scale nationwide tours for popular comedians, influencers, and speakers
- Partnered with Department Head and Partners to successfully organize and execute diverse client personal appearances
- Designed nationwide venue deck and database, later adopted by wider team.
ASSISTANT
WILLIAM MORRIS ENDEAVOR
NEW YORK, NEW YORK
03.2019 - 03.2021
- Aided with the operations of two agents within the stand-up comedy department
- Entered deal and offer terms into internal system and managed contract processing for individual client dates
- Kept record of client marketing materials and riders.
EAST COAST PAGE
NBC UNIVERSAL
NEW YORK, NEW YORK
11.2017 - 03.2019
- Collaborated closely with Senior Director of Brand Culture and Social Media for USA & Syfy Brand Culture in the USA
- Assisted in compiling a comprehensive competitive analysis for NBC's audience targeting product in collaboration with the Director of Product Communications during tenure at Ad Sales Business Operations & Strategy
- Efficiently managed the coordination of talent check-in and provided assistance to the booking team for organizing travel accommodations at Morning Joe Production.
Education
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - COMMUNICATION STUDIES
Loyola Marymount University
Skills
- VIP Relations
- Brand Strategy
- Contract Negotiations
- Social Media
- Strategic Planning
- Partnership Management
- Leadership
- Talent Management
- Audience Engagement
- Relationship Building
- Storytelling
- Lead prospecting
Accomplishments
- AGENT TRAINEE PROGRAM, William Morris Endeavor, 2021 - New York, NY
- PAGE PROGRAM GOLD STANDARD AWARD, NBCUniversal, 2018 - New York, NY
Affiliations
- Pop culture and media fanatic
- Voracious reader
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
AGENT
WILLIAM MORRIS ENDEAVOR
07.2022 - 10.2023
JUNIOR AGENT
WILLIAM MORRIS ENDEAVOR
04.2021 - 06.2022
ASSISTANT
WILLIAM MORRIS ENDEAVOR
03.2019 - 03.2021
EAST COAST PAGE
NBC UNIVERSAL
11.2017 - 03.2019
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - COMMUNICATION STUDIES
Loyola Marymount University
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