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Melissa Bagwell

Assistant Manager, Social Media Director
Lynchburg,VA

Summary

My background in social media and special events for the previous 4 years has taught me strong leadership skills, efficient time management as well as working well under pressure while producing quality driven results.

I have demonstrated success in managing all types of social media accounts, as well as spearheading campaigns.

Staying knowledgeable about trends in boutique catering and special events with a successful track record on capitalizing changing conditions is a high priority.

I'm an enthusiastic event team lead eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. I have clear understanding of leadership and training that encourages self-motivation and results.

I am continually motivated to learn, grow and excel in management roles.

Successfully running and managing countless events and teams for both wedding, private and corporate events taught me to work well with others and to create a positive work environment to ensure our clients are satisfied with their experience.

I believe the best employee is one who is proactive and on task, who looks out for the best interested of the employer as well as their associates. Being a team player that leads by example is something I always try to bring to any task at hand.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Media Director

Purple Door Gourmet Kitchen
Lynchburg, VA
01.2019 - 10.2022
  • Brought about noticeable improvements to click rates, follower counts and engagement with clear and focused strategies.
  • Analyzed and reported social media and online marketing campaign results.
  • Increased customer engagement through social media.
  • Communicated with followers to promptly respond to queries and monitor reviews.
  • Designed and implemented social media strategies to align with business goals.
  • Set clearly defined goals to drive customer retention, brand awareness and website or social media traffic.
  • Developed productive relationships with bloggers, online media outlets and social media influencers.
  • Devised specific strategies for my employer based on goals, branding and target demographics.

Event Manager

Purple Door Gourmet Kitchen
Lynchburg, VA
01.2019 - 08.2021

Oversaw event happenings in progress, answered guest questions, acted quickly to resolve problems and trained and supported team members and volunteers.

  • Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
  • Monitored food preparation, production and plating for quality control.
  • Disciplined and motivated staff to achieve challenging objectives in fast-paced culinary environments.

Wedding Coordinator

Sorella Farms
Evington, VA
01.2016 - 03.2018
  • Coordinated Multi-Faceted Day-of Events Seamlessly
  • Built Detailed Ceremony Timelines
  • Created and Executed Intricate Event Timelines
  • Collaborated and Advised with Fellow Vendors
  • Scheduled and Organized Planning Meetings with Clients
  • Developed Strong Client Relations
  • Finalized All-Inclusive Packages
  • Developed Custom Floor Plans and Event Layouts for Ceremony and Reception
  • Trained and Mentored Assistants While Creating Positive Work Environment
  • Coordinated Catering, Equipment Rentals and Personnel Deliveries for Events
  • Orchestrated Wedding Rehearsals in Timely, Organized Fashion
  • Improved Quality Control for Crowd Coverage
  • Professionally Resolved Conflict with Event Guests
  • Oversaw Placement of Setups, Props and Decorations for Events
  • Successfully Enforced and Directed Specialty Transportation for Event Parking
  • Organized Alcohol Drop-Offs and Worked Close in Liaison with Bar Tender

Assistant wedding coordinator/ Office assistant

Sorella Farms
Evington, VA
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Executed Customized Ceremony Design and Implemented Seating Elements
  • Monitored and Transported Guests to Ceremony and Reception Locations
  • Facilitated and Directed Guest Parking
  • Explored Wedding Trends, Both Traditional and Non
  • Aided in Completion of Set-Up and Tear-Down of Events
  • Cultivated Strong Team Building Skills with Fellow Colleagues Operations facilitator for Venue, Created weekly objective and goal driven scheduling for staff
  • Over saw grounds maintenance and care of venue
  • Communicated for venue owners regarding construction/improvement of property

Assistant Manager

Kings Treasure
Alamogordo, NM
01.2006 - 01.2012
  • Directed and Lead Project Team of 4
  • Spearheaded Marketing, Authorized Purchases and Distributed Product
  • Controlled and Managed Cash Flow, Making Daily Deposits
  • Organized Daily Tasks, Set Goals and Developed Objectives using Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Headed Staff Meetings and Initiated Group Projects
  • Assisted Coordinating Non-Profit Events and Staff Functions
  • Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
  • Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
  • Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.

Skills

Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Docs, Honeybook, Allseated, Skype, FaceTime, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Mozilla Fire Foxundefined

Timeline

Social Media Director

Purple Door Gourmet Kitchen
01.2019 - 10.2022

Event Manager

Purple Door Gourmet Kitchen
01.2019 - 08.2021

Wedding Coordinator

Sorella Farms
01.2016 - 03.2018

Assistant wedding coordinator/ Office assistant

Sorella Farms
01.2015 - 01.2016

Assistant Manager

Kings Treasure
01.2006 - 01.2012
Melissa BagwellAssistant Manager, Social Media Director