To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
CASTING DIRECTOR
VARIOUS PRODUCTION COMPANIES
2008.01 - Current
Recruited and cast talent for numerous television shows and production companies
Conducted outreach, Skype and in house interviews, story produced and edited casting reels, wrote one sheets and decks of show concepts.
Auditioned and interviewed performers to match attributes to specific roles or to increase pool of available acting talent.
Negotiated contract agreements with performers, with agents or between performers and agents or production companies.
Coordinated casting sessions by reserving audition space, scheduling talent and spearheading day-of activities.
Worked closely with producers and directors to define casting needs and deliver casting options according to expectations through comprehensive talent binders.
Circulated breakdown notices among talent agencies and independent agents to search for perfect cast.
Conducted interviews with numerous candidates to test suitability.
Circulated breakdown notices among talent agencies and independent agents to search for perfect cast
Kept up-to-date on industry trends and target audience objectives to guide decision-making process during casting sessions
Coordinated casting sessions by reserving audition space, scheduling talent and spearheading day-of activities
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
RP COLLINS CONTRACTING
Studio City, CA
2020.01 - 2022.01
Scheduling; reviewing, prioritizing and responding to emails; answering and returning phone calls; organizing documents; maintaining records; taking notes at meetings, invoicing, hired subcontractors, reviewed contracts, business development, managing of social media accounts
Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
Screened calls and emails and initiated actions to respond or direct messages for managers.
Prepared documents, reports and presentations for executives and board members using advanced software proficiencies.
Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze and report on performance and sales data.
Transcribed minutes of meetings and executed meetings and events for company to support sales, business development and senior management teams.
Trained junior office staff in correct procedures and reporting requirements.
Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
Streamlined operations and prioritized tasks, allowing senior staff to increase productivity.
Used QuickBooks to produce monthly invoices, reports and other deliverables.
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
DIRECTCARE
STUDIO CITY, CA
2018.01 - 2020.01
Bring in accounts from film/TV industry and manage account from start to finish
Built and strengthened relationships with new and existing accounts to drive revenue growth.
Prospected new clientele through networking, cold calling, canvassing and referrals.
Drove new business development through qualifying leads, building relationships and executing strategic sales.
Strengthened customer relationships with proactive and collaborative approach to managing needs.
Managed sales cycle from first contact to established customer sale and maintained solid customer base.
Reviewed accounts monthly to monitor and track customer satisfaction and complaints.
Contacted customers as issues arose to provide prompt resolutions.
Negotiated sales deals between customers and agency, resulting in mutually beneficial agreements and cultivated relationships.
Recorded and maintained sales prospect and sales data within customer relationship management system.
Identified customer needs and achieved service levels that met and exceeded expectations.
Created and executed account strategies to present services to key decision makers.
Maximized revenue by servicing accounts and proposing new products and services to established customers.
Met and exceeded service level goals by identifying and achieving standards and expectations.
Presented product concepts and offerings to clients based on established specifications and preferences.
Delivered services to clients to secure additional business and grow revenue streams.
Collected information from clients before securing accounts, verifying payments and special needs.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
VIXI
LOS ANGELES, CA
2017.01 - 2018.01
Helping to grow business through partnerships and opportunities that fit VIXI brand
Acquired sponsors for live events such as festivals, professional sporting events, etc.
Established relationships with key decision-makers within customer's organization to promote growth and retention.
Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.
Worked with existing customers to increase purchases of products and services.
Reached out to potential customers via telephone, email and in-person inquiries.
Negotiated, prepared and signed contracts with clients.
Researched and identified opportunities for account growth, account penetration and market expansion.
Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
Identified and pursued valuable business opportunities to generate new company revenue and improve bottom line profit.
Coordinated innovative strategies to accomplish marketing objectives and boost long-term profitability.
Uncovered and qualified prospects and sales opportunities in targeted markets using external resources.
Prospected new weekly leads using cold calling, site visits and customer referrals.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
THOUGHTFUL MEDIA
ENCINO, CA
2016.01 - 2017.01
Acquire new clients for company and help develop marketing strategies based on their goals
Worked in pairing influencers with brands to create campaigns.
Established relationships with key decision-makers within customer's organization to promote growth and retention.
Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.
Worked with existing customers to increase purchases of products and services.
Reached out to potential customers via telephone, email and in-person inquiries.
Negotiated, prepared and signed contracts with clients.
Researched and identified opportunities for account growth, account penetration and market expansion.
Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
Identified and pursued valuable business opportunities to generate new company revenue and improve bottom line profit.
Uncovered and qualified prospects and sales opportunities in targeted markets using external resources.
DIGITAL MARKETING CONSULTANT
PITCH 5 PRODUCTIONS
ENCINO, CA
2016.01 - 2017.01
Acquire new clients for company
Pitch concepts to brands and advertising agencies
Create pitch decks in Keynote and PowerPoint.
Provided weekly updates on digital marketing campaigns to clients, discussing strategic initiatives and methods for improvement.
Proactively engaged with clients by phone, email and in-person, which helped established long-term, lucrative relationships.
Spearheaded client meetings to determine project needs and professional requirements and identify correct course of action enhance client success.
Utilized techniques such as cold calling, networking and prospecting to develop new leads.
Education
No Degree - GENERAL
HARPER COLLEGE
ILLINOIS
Skills
Effective Communication
Microsoft Excel
Project Requirements
Microsoft Office
Critical Thinking
Complex Problem-Solving
Active Listening
Time Management
Google Drive
Customer Inquiries
Organizational Skills
Exceptional Customer Service
Industry Trends
Timeline
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
RP COLLINS CONTRACTING
2020.01 - 2022.01
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
DIRECTCARE
2018.01 - 2020.01
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
VIXI
2017.01 - 2018.01
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
THOUGHTFUL MEDIA
2016.01 - 2017.01
DIGITAL MARKETING CONSULTANT
PITCH 5 PRODUCTIONS
2016.01 - 2017.01
CASTING DIRECTOR
VARIOUS PRODUCTION COMPANIES
2008.01 - Current
No Degree - GENERAL
HARPER COLLEGE
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