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Sarah Durkin

Scranton,PA

Summary

Professional event coordination specialist with proven track record in planning, organizing, and executing successful events. Skilled in vendor management, budget oversight, and logistics. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering tangible results. Known for adaptability and reliability in high-pressure and changing environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Social Media/Event Coordinator

Big Screen Escapes
02.2022 - Current
  • Managed social media accounts, including content creation, scheduling, and community management
  • Created compelling visual content for social media platforms using graphic design tools such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite
  • Analyzed key metrics such as reach, engagement, click-through rates, and conversions to measure the success of social media campaigns
  • Responded promptly to customer inquiries and comments on social media channels in a professional manner
  • Planned and executed off property events in order to promote business and drive revenue
  • Networked with local companies to form beneficial professional partnerships.
  • Managed event logistics and operations.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless event execution and positive outcomes.
  • Established positive relationships with clients, ensuring their needs were met throughout the event planning process.
  • Adapted quickly when faced with unexpected challenges or changes in plans, maintaining composure while finding effective solutions.

Restaurant Manager

Fairview Cafe
03.2021 - 12.2021
  • Directly assisted ownership in daily operations of restaurant.
  • Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
  • Coached new team members in order to improve guest experience.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
  • Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
  • Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
  • Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.

Patient Care Tech Supervisor

Brookdale Recovery Center
08.2019 - 10.2020
  • Directly responsible for attending to and fulfilling daily needs of patients, while continuing to maintain positive, structured, and caring environment.
  • Maintained inventory and sales of campus store.
  • Arranged, and executed transportation of patients between three departments.
  • Responsible for facilitating groups and monitoring 60 patients. Administer patient Biopsychosocial assessments. Liaison between patient and clinical staff.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
  • Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Bloomsburg University
Bloomsburg, PA
05.2003

Skills

  • Event planning
  • Social media marketing
  • Business management
  • Decision-making
  • Guest relations
  • Content Creation
  • Vendor relations
  • Scheduling

Certification

  • Think outside the Inbox: Email Marketing
  • January 2023 to Present
  • Online course authorized by Google, offered by Coursera.

Timeline

Social Media/Event Coordinator

Big Screen Escapes
02.2022 - Current

Restaurant Manager

Fairview Cafe
03.2021 - 12.2021

Patient Care Tech Supervisor

Brookdale Recovery Center
08.2019 - 10.2020

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Bloomsburg University