PATRICIE STEPKA
San Diego,CA
Summary
Motivated event coordinator with experience planning and executing large-scale events. Coordinates logistics, manages vendor relationships, and supports on-site operations to ensure event readiness. Drives improved attendee satisfaction through efficient scheduling and coordination.
Overview
4
4
Languages
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Event Coordinator
Queen Bee's Art & Cultural Center
San Diego, CA
03.2026 - 09.2026
- • Coordinated planning and execution of festivals, concerts, private events, parties, performances, and cultural programs.
- Coordinated support for the successful 2026 Beatles Fair at Deanza Hot Springs Resort, a two-day festival featuring multiple bands and RV accommodations.
- • Managed ticketing, event inquiries, booking quotes, client communication, marketing support, artist and band coordination, and on-site logistics to ensure seamless event operations.
- • Responded to booking requests for weddings, parties, bands, film screenings, art, and cultural projects, then supported clients from initial inquiry through event execution.
- • Facilitated media equipment setup to support audio and visual needs during events. and assisted with audio and visual gear.
- • Worked bar shifts during busy events in high-volume setting, serving guests quickly and maintaining a welcoming experience.
Front Desk/Special Events Coordinator
DeAnza Springs Resort
Jacumba, CA
08.2024 - 03.2026
- Coordinated special events for Deanza Springs Resort guests and groups.
- Managed on-site logistics for special events, ensuring seamless execution and participant satisfaction.
- Scheduled event logistics with vendors, staff, and resort departments.
- Assisted with large-scale events, including Youtopia, Beatles Fair, Know Other Festival, and Karnival of Arts.
- Processed check-ins, check-outs, group bookings, site-holder lead follow-up, application processing, and contract and lease preparation.
- Maintained comprehensive records for special events, ensuring accurate tracking of contracts, invoices, receipts, and attendance.
- Supported high-volume email communication and greeted walk-in customers.
- Promoted park model sales efforts, increasing customer engagement and driving sales growth.
Education
BA - International and European Economics and Politics
STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK in PRAGUE, Czechia
PragueDiploma Di Matura - Economics
BUSINESS ACADEMY
CZ, EUSkills
- Event logistics and production
- Ticketing systems management
- Vendor scheduling and coordination
- Audio-visual setup
- Customer relationship management
- Budget tracking and oversight
- Calendar coordination
- Clear communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Operations coordination
- Day-of-event coordination
- Deadline-driven approach
- Venue operations and selection
- Contract negotiation expertise
- Customer service excellence
- Social media management strategies
- Sponsorship development and engagement
- Guest relations management
- Fundraising event planning
- Sponsorship development
- Guest relations
- Fundraising events
- Managing events start to finish
Languages
German
Elementary
Czech
Native/ Bilingual
Slovak
Elementary
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Assistant Event Coordinator
Queen Bee's Art & Cultural Center
03.2026 - 09.2026
Front Desk/Special Events Coordinator
DeAnza Springs Resort
08.2024 - 03.2026
BA - International and European Economics and Politics
STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK in PRAGUE, Czechia
Diploma Di Matura - Economics
BUSINESS ACADEMY