Michele Bravo
Los Angeles
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive experience in managing large-scale, diverse, global events. I have a proven track record of executing impactful campaigns that elevate brand visibility, and support publicity and film marketing objectives. A team player with the ability to foster cross-divisional collaboration, streamline logistics, and execute impactful film events.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, Global Special Projects and Events
NBCUniversal
Los Angeles
09.2023 - Current
- Plan and execute 50+ global events annually, including world premieres, special screenings, international and domestic film festivals, award shows, tastemakers, and corporate events.
- Maintain budgets exceeding $600,000 for large-scale events.
- Manage external vendors, venues, food and beverage, and contracts for successful event execution.
- Liaise with talent, filmmakers, executives, and internal stakeholders to ensure effective communication.
- Create and facilitate guest counts, invitation correspondence, and seating arrangements per contractual obligations.
- Oversee film submissions, credentials, tickets, and logistics for global film festivals.
- Collaborate with security, legal, and business affairs teams to develop event-specific plans.
- Coordinate cross-divisionally for utilization of film props, costumes and specialty performers
Manager, Global Special Projects and Events
NBCUniversal
Los Angeles
12.2021 - 09.2023
Coordinator, Special Projects and Events
NBCUniversal
Los Angeles
05.2018 - 12.2021
Executive Assistant
NBCUniversal
Los Angeles
04.2016 - 05.2018
- Supported Senior Vice President of Franchise Strategy with travel coordination, expense management, calendar organization, and development of sales decks and materials for company-wide use.
- Coordinated screenings, wrap/cast parties, corporate events, and branded events, enhancing engagement for executives, licensees, and vendors.
Executive Assistant
Gehry Partners
Los Angeles
07.2012 - 04.2016
- Supported a Partner of the firm with day-to-day responsibilities, including international travel and calendar management.
- Coordinated exhibit and gallery openings, corporate meetings, and conferences for Frank Gehry.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interpersonal/Organizational Communication
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL12-2011
Skills
- Global logistics
- Vendor management
- Budget negotiation
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Microsoft Office and Event Builder proficiency
Certification
- Certificate of Sociology
Timeline
Director, Global Special Projects and Events
NBCUniversal
09.2023 - Current
Manager, Global Special Projects and Events
NBCUniversal
12.2021 - 09.2023
Coordinator, Special Projects and Events
NBCUniversal
05.2018 - 12.2021
Executive Assistant
NBCUniversal
04.2016 - 05.2018
Executive Assistant
Gehry Partners
07.2012 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Interpersonal/Organizational Communication
University of Central Florida