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Samuel Kim

San Jose,CA

Summary

Hello, my name is Sam Kim. I am a motivated and adaptable professional with a background in event management, media production, and collegiate athletics. Proven ability to lead teams, communicate effectively with clients, and create memorable experiences across high-pressure environments. Skilled in hospitality, video marketing, and content creation, with a strong foundation in teamwork, time management, and creative problem-solving.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Event Captain and Closing Manager

Almaden Golf and Country Club
San Jose, CA
07.2024 - Current
  • Directed and executed a wide variety of high-end events, including weddings, concerts, wine tastings, and golf tournaments, strengthening adaptability and situational awareness in dynamic, high-pressure settings.
  • Led diverse teams through all stages of event execution, sharpening leadership, delegation, and real-time decision-making abilities.
  • Coordinated directly with event hosts to understand and fulfill their vision, reinforcing client-facing communication skills, and attention to detail.
  • Managed complex logistics including scheduling, setup, and breakdown, deepening understanding of event flow, timing, and operational efficiency.
  • Delivered elevated guest experiences by aligning ambiance, service, and timing, cultivating a keen eye for hospitality excellence and quality control.
  • Solved last-minute issues calmly and effectively, building confidence in high-stakes problem-solving, and maintaining professionalism under pressure.

Wedding Server/Bartender

Serendipity Garden Weddings
Oak Glen, CA
05.2023 - 07.2023
  • Collaborated with a service team to execute large-scale weddings, ensuring smooth operations and delivering exceptional experiences for the bride, groom, and 100+ guests, refining client service and event execution skills.
  • Gained cross-departmental exposure to general management and HR functions, building foundational knowledge of business operations, internal coordination, and organizational structure.

Digital Marketer

Driveline Academy
Kent, WA
06.2021 - 07.2021
  • Produced and edited targeted commercial content to promote Driveline Academy's baseball equipment and summer program, significantly boosting online engagement and program visibility.
  • Strengthened creative storytelling and technical skills in screenwriting, cinematography, and post-production, while aligning video content with marketing objectives.

Independent Contractor

Advent Group Ministries
San Jose, CA
07.2020 - 01.2021
  • Created and performed in promotional video campaigns, in collaboration with the fund development team, supporting fundraising and revenue growth initiatives.
  • Enhanced brand visibility and audience engagement by producing compelling social media content and advising on strategic digital marketing approaches.

Freelance Videographer

Bellarmine College Preparatory
San Jose, CA
02.2020 - 03.2020
  • Independently produced and marketed a COVID-19 inspirational video and short film, applying full-cycle creative skills in writing, acting, filming, editing, and promotion, to deliver impactful visual storytelling.

Server/Busser

Bellarmine College Preparatory
San Jose, CA
08.2016 - 02.2020
  • Provided exceptional service as a server and busser at 20+ Bellarmine events, enhancing the alumni experience through attentive hospitality.

Photographer

Chamber of Commerce
Saratoga, CA
09.2017 - 01.2018
  • Captured event photography, and collaborated with a team to review and publish content, enhancing community engagement, and promoting future Chamber events.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Economics & Business, Communication Studies Minor

Westmont College
Santa Barbara, CA
05.2024

Skills

  • Event planning and coordination
  • Team leadership and supervision
  • Client communication and relationship management
  • Hospitality and customer service
  • Video production: scriptwriting, filming, editing, acting
  • Digital marketing and social media strategy
  • Content Creation and Storytelling
  • Photography and visual content curation
  • Time management and multitasking
  • Problem solving and adaptability
  • Cross-department collaboration

Timeline

Event Captain and Closing Manager

Almaden Golf and Country Club
07.2024 - Current

Wedding Server/Bartender

Serendipity Garden Weddings
05.2023 - 07.2023

Digital Marketer

Driveline Academy
06.2021 - 07.2021

Independent Contractor

Advent Group Ministries
07.2020 - 01.2021

Freelance Videographer

Bellarmine College Preparatory
02.2020 - 03.2020

Photographer

Chamber of Commerce
09.2017 - 01.2018

Server/Busser

Bellarmine College Preparatory
08.2016 - 02.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Economics & Business, Communication Studies Minor

Westmont College

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