Shawanna Watson
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Aspiring special events coordinator prepared to create impactful and memorable experiences. Known for effectively managing all aspects of event planning, from concept to execution. Focused on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in logistics coordination, vendor management, data analysis, project coordination, and instructional assistance. Adaptable and reliable, with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Assistant
Lasell University
09.2024 - Current
- Supports the Student Activities and Orientation Office by planning and coordinating campus events, managing student organizations, and assisting with new student orientation initiatives
- Ensures efficient operations while fostering student engagement and development
Selling Associate
Victoria’s Secret
10.2022 - Current
- Drives sales and provides exceptional customer service, while engaging customers and exhibiting an elevated level of product knowledge and expertise
Orientation Coordinator
Lasell University
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Planned orientation sessions and activities for orientation leaders as well as prospective students
- Worked with incoming student; leads group activities, assists students with transition from high school to college
Education Intern
Christian Dior
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Responsible for assisting the North American Education team in the effort of driving efficiency and productivity within the team
- This contribution was made through managing training materials, arranging, and supervising digital e-learning content, offering field customer assistance, and collaborating on events, beauty, and fragrance projects
Blue Key Society Admissions Ambassador
Lasell University
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Handled inquiries, office work such as mailing, computer-based work on slate
- Provided prospective students and parents with informative walking tours of campus
Social Media Intern
Boston Even Guide
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Managed social media calendars and created compelling content
- Updated content and tested usability on their website
- Outreach to vendors for Bridal Bash online directory
- Built partnerships with influencers
- Wrote blog posts and emails, business development research and sales training
Education
Master of Science - Management
Lasell University
Newton, Ma05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Event Management
Lasell University
Newton, MA05-2024
Skills
- Microsoft office
- Administrative support
- Data analysis
- Event organization
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Scheduling management
- Collaborative mindset
- Written and verbal communication
- Telephone and email etiquette
Certification
· Certified Guest Service Professional November 2020
· Certificate in Revenue Management November 2022
· Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt March 2024
· Hospitality and Tourism Specialist April 2024
Timeline
Graduate Assistant
Lasell University
09.2024 - Current
Education Intern
Christian Dior
05.2023 - 08.2023
Selling Associate
Victoria’s Secret
10.2022 - Current
Orientation Coordinator
Lasell University
10.2022 - 09.2023
Social Media Intern
Boston Even Guide
05.2022 - 08.2022
Blue Key Society Admissions Ambassador
Lasell University
09.2021 - 05.2023
Master of Science - Management
Lasell University
Bachelor of Science - Event Management
Lasell University
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