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Samantha Luck

New York,NY

Summary

Responsible worker good with busy environments. Friendly and energetic, with strong communication and organizational abilities. Results-oriented worker, motivated to exceed expectations and deliver exceptional service to meet all customer needs. Resourceful professional energetic young woman, eager to build professional abilities, through her strong communication, leadership, and teamwork abilities. Extremely quick learner, can hone and master new skills with ease.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Planner

The Wedding Plan & Co.
11.2019 - Current
  • Conducted initial consultation with clients to discuss wedding details, venue options and other logistics to understand vision and budget.
  • Negotiated prices with suppliers, inspected venues and selected vendors to meet couple expectations.
  • Directed pace of wedding and reception through multitasking and liaising with vendors to carry out event as planned with little or no deviations.
  • Created and designed tailor-made wedding plans to maximize client budget, keep client happy and cultivate referrals.
  • Compiled contracts for vendors and clients prior to starting work to meet legal, health and safety obligations.
  • Planned and created centerpieces, bouquets, floral arrangements, signage, and all decor and design details for decorating wedding venues.
  • Coordinated with vendors in securing necessary supplies and services for wedding.
  • Completed final reviews of ceremony and banquet area setups to resolve last-minute issues.
  • Oversaw setup and breakdown of wedding decorations and supplies.
  • Drafted wedding contracts and other documentation for review with clients and to obtain signatures.
  • Handled customer service inquiries and complaints and immediately resolved issues to guest satisfaction.
  • Scheduled appointments with potential clients to discuss wedding plans.
  • Held sales calls with potential new clients to onboard as many as possible.
  • Created and managed online presence to reach larger audience of clientele.
  • Executed advertisements, promotions and branding campaigns to attract new clients.

Front Desk

Colts Neck Inn Hotel
05.2020 - 12.2024
  • Used internal software to process reservations, check-ins and check-outs.
  • Promoted positive guest relations to all individuals approaching the Front Desk
  • Liaised with vendors to resolve issues with Internet phone and in-room movies
  • Issued keycards
  • Cleaned and maintained lobby and common areas restocking supplies and watering plants
  • Advised housekeeping staff when rooms have been vacated and are ready for cleaning
  • Deposited guest valuables in hotel safes
  • Oversaw guest registration reservations and other clerical duties with a focus in quality and courtesy
  • Solid experience in accounting functions such as account Payable/Receivable and auditing
  • Offered referral for services and handled requests for information
  • Communicated with all hotel departments efficiently and maintained the function board in the hotel lobby
  • Answered phones and booked all hotel reservations.

Teacher and Music Director

A Little Class Preschool
09.2020 - 01.2024
  • Created and developed appropriate lesson plans
  • Inspired the joy of music from children ages 18 months - 5 years old
  • Provided students with clear learning objectives and developed monthly assessment plans
  • Established an exemplary classroom culture that balances high expectations with love and support
  • Develop experiences where students learn through music and movement activities
  • Engaged students in more in-depth music learning through vocabulary lessons, and basic music theory instruction
  • Taught children basic percussion instruments and simple songs.
  • Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Assisted and supervised children through entire school day.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
    Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.

Business Development Assistant

DBI Construction Consultants
01.2020 - 05.2020
  • Assisted with the company website and social media, made sure it was up to date and was used effectively to support the development of the company
  • Researched, analyzed, and projected market data for potential markets.
  • Engaged with customers to build business relationships.
  • Researched businesses aligned with company offerings to determine leads.
  • Developed knowledge of company products and services to make suggestions according to customer needs.
  • Used computers for various applications, such as database management or word processing
  • Maintained scheduling and event calendars
  • Worked alongside Business Development associates to help with any tasks they may have needed
  • Kept marketing hours up to date and well documented
  • Kept client contacts up to date
  • Kept mailing lists updated
  • Attended corporate marketing events.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Dual Degrees in Voice And Opera And Theatre Arts

State University of New York At Fredonia
Fredonia, NY
12.2018

High School Diploma -

Mount Desert Island High School
Mount Desert, ME
06.2014

Skills

  • Strong time management
  • Charismatic and poised
  • Clear-headed under pressure
  • Excellent communication and listening skills
  • Extremely creative
  • Outstanding public speaker
  • Efficient multi-tasker
  • Skilled problem solver
  • Sales expertise
  • Can-do attitude
  • Customer Relationship Building
  • Networking

Timeline

Teacher and Music Director

A Little Class Preschool
09.2020 - 01.2024

Front Desk

Colts Neck Inn Hotel
05.2020 - 12.2024

Business Development Assistant

DBI Construction Consultants
01.2020 - 05.2020

Senior Planner

The Wedding Plan & Co.
11.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Dual Degrees in Voice And Opera And Theatre Arts

State University of New York At Fredonia

High School Diploma -

Mount Desert Island High School
Samantha Luck