Dynamic Entertainment Coordinator with extensive experience at National Events, excelling in talent booking and festival production. Proven ability to manage logistics and direct creative teams, ensuring seamless execution of high-profile events. Strong communicator and problem solver, adept at fostering collaboration and delivering exceptional results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Entertainment Coordinator & Talent Manager (Freelance)
National Events
01.2019 - Current
- Coordinated travel, lodging, and timelines for immersive shows, brand activations, and themed productions.
- Directed costume, hair, and makeup styling in alignment with event aesthetics and branding.
- Recruited and onboarded new talent, maintaining talent rosters, and communication for upcoming events.
Supervised staff members responsible for setting up stages and seating areas prior to performances or presentations.
Organized and coordinated special events, such as concerts, festivals, parties and other social gatherings.
Managed the booking of entertainers for events.
Entertainment Coordinator
Shaq's Bass All Stars Festival
Dallas, TX
01.2023 - 01.2023
- Oversaw full casting and performer logistics: booking, contracts, lodging, and timelines.
- Managed backstage flow, rehearsals, and day-of-operations with a team-oriented, solution-driven approach.
Worked closely with venue managers to arrange suitable dates, times for scheduled performances, events.
Coordinated staffing needs for all entertainment activities including sound technicians, security personnel and ushers.
Managed the booking of entertainers for events.
Developed and managed entertainment budgets.
Entertainment Coordinator
Lights All Night Festival
Dallas, TX
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed performers and production schedules across multiple stages.
- Coordinated costuming, rehearsals, call times, and greenroom logistics for over 30 performers.
- Collaborated with production teams to ensure timely execution and brand consistency.
Tracked inventory of supplies needed for each performance and event such as microphones, speakers and lighting systems.
Worked closely with venue managers to arrange suitable dates, times for scheduled performances, events.
Coordinated staffing needs for all entertainment activities including sound technicians, security personnel and ushers.
Supervised staff members responsible for setting up stages and seating areas prior to performances or presentations.
Managed the booking of entertainers for events.
Developed and managed entertainment budgets.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all entertainment activities.
Communicated clearly with coworkers using radio, phone and text to stay on top of operations needs.
Scheduled and coordinated events and activities.
Office Administrator / Receptionist
UTMB Health, West Houston Dermatology, Grow Pediatrics
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments via phone and email for high-volume offices.
- Maintained digital and physical files, created patient charts, and updated schedules.
- Coordinated office workflows, processed payments, and supported client intake.
- Trained new administrative staff, and implemented efficient scheduling systems.
Composed correspondence such as letters, emails, memos, reports and other documents.
Ensured compliance with applicable laws regarding employment practices.
Answered incoming calls in a professional manner, directed callers to appropriate personnel or department, or took messages as needed.
Organized and maintained filing systems, including electronic databases and records.
Performed clerical duties such as photocopying, faxing and scanning documents.
Greeted visitors warmly upon arrival at the office premises.
Developed strong relationships with clients through excellent customer service skills.
Fashion Show Producer & Model Booker
University & American Heart Association
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Produced multiple runway shows from concept to execution, including a high-profile charity event.
Booked models, coordinated fittings and rehearsals, and led backstage production and direction.
- Designed and executed theme concepts, styling direction, and model choreography.
Supervised lighting technicians during shooting days and reviewed footage from each day's shoot.
Communicated regularly with network representatives regarding changes to show content or format.
Attended meetings with network executives and sales teams regarding advertising revenue projections.
Developed creative concepts and storylines for shows.
Managed promotional campaigns to increase viewership ratings.
Oversaw the auditioning process for actors, singers, dancers, and other performers.
Conducted regular meetings with crew members throughout pre-production and post-production phases of production.
Researched current trends in television programming genres to inform show development decisions.
Scheduled rehearsals and filming sessions to meet tight deadlines.
Worked closely with music supervisors to select appropriate songs or musical scores for each episode.
Supervised production staff during planned photo shoots in studio and on location.
Runway & Editorial Model
Freelance
01.2016 - 01.2019
- I walked in fashion shows, modeled for editorial campaigns, and participated in student productions.
- Gained a deep understanding of casting, styling, and model coordination through hands-on experience.
Developed creative ideas for photo shoots that highlighted the clothing in an attractive manner.
Worked closely with art directors to ensure that the vision of the brand was accurately portrayed through modeling.
Provided input regarding poses or styling if requested by client or photographer.
Participated in fittings before shoots so that clothing fit properly when photographed.
Developed relationships with casting agents and photographers who could provide future work opportunities.
Collaborated with photographers to create poses that best showcased products or concepts while maintaining a professional demeanor.
Maintained a positive attitude while working long hours under challenging conditions at times.
Stayed up-to-date on fashion trends by attending shows and reading industry publications regularly.
Demonstrated a variety of looks such as casual, dressy, sporty. during photoshoots.
Attended photoshoots and modeled garments for catalogues, magazines, websites, and other print media.
Followed instructions given by photographer or art director during photoshoots.
Applied makeup according to directions from stylists prior to each shoot.
Coordinator - Festival of Trees (Seasonal Role)
Interfaith Caring Ministries
01.2014 - 01.2014
- Cast and coordinate models for the charity fashion event.
- Handled decor planning, music setup, and backstage organization.
- Oversaw hair, makeup, and styling direction for the runway presentation.
Monitored inventory levels and ordered additional supplies as needed.
Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures related to project management activities.
Managed day-to-day operations of the department including scheduling tasks and assigning duties.
Organized team events to promote a positive work environment.
Maintained calendars of upcoming events, meetings and deadlines.
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Guided employees in handling difficult or complex problems.
Recruited, interviewed and selected employees to fill vacant roles.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Fashion Design
The Art Institute of Houston
Houston, TX
01.2018
Skills
Talent booking and casting coordination, performer scheduling and logistics, remote team communication
Festival and event production, costume, hair and makeup direction, administrative support and office coordination
Travel and lodging arrangements, rehearsal and backstage management, creative direction and styling, strong written and verbal communication
Talent management
Event coordination
Staff supervision
Team collaboration
Performance scheduling
Creative problem solving
Communication skills
Creative direction
Entertainment booking
Specialties
Talent Coordination | Casting Support | Performer Logistics | Event Production | Styling Direction | Creative Scheduling
Timeline
Entertainment Coordinator
Shaq's Bass All Stars Festival
01.2023 - 01.2023
Entertainment Coordinator
Lights All Night Festival
01.2022 - 01.2023
Entertainment Coordinator & Talent Manager (Freelance)
National Events
01.2019 - Current
Office Administrator / Receptionist
UTMB Health, West Houston Dermatology, Grow Pediatrics
OPERATIONS MANAGER; TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR; HUMAN RESOURCES; SUPERVISOR; AGENT (All Remote Positions) at HomePro TelecommunicationsOPERATIONS MANAGER; TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR; HUMAN RESOURCES; SUPERVISOR; AGENT (All Remote Positions) at HomePro Telecommunications