Sydney Paderna
Facebook Event/Logistics Coordinator
Oakland,United States
Summary
Proactive Production Manager successful at anticipating needs and making adjustments to schedules, materials and workflow. Ready to bring expertise to company needing hands-on, knowledgeable and resourceful leader.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr Events Specialist
Poshmark
04.2024 - Current
- Enhanced team productivity by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Developed strong client relationships through consistent communication and attentive service.
- Organized large-scale events, ensuring seamless execution of logistics, registration, catering, and venue management.
- Managed budgets effectively, consistently staying within financial constraints while maximizing resource allocation for optimal results.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors, securing high-quality products at competitive prices.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering professional growth through guidance on best practices in the industry.
- Reduced costs by identifying inefficiencies in operations and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
Production Manager
On Board Experiential
09.2021 - 03.2024
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
- Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Developed creative themes for events and created related activities to engage attendees.
- Trained and supervised event staff to complete tasks on time.
- Analyzed event costs to identify areas of improvement and cost savings.
- Monitored and controlled event expenditures to meet budgets.
- Researched and identified new vendors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing.
- Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, risk mitigation, and proposal development for various events.
- Fulfilled contractual obligations for rehearsal and day of event coordination.
- Created detailed timelines and budgets for events to meet all deadlines.
- Negotiated contracts with venues, vendors and suppliers to obtain best rates and services.
- Developed detailed event reports, documenting all aspects of each event.
- Implemented contingency plans to address last-minute changes or unforeseen events.
- Coordination of internal teams and external crews/vendors. Work closely with internal teams (Account, Creative, Operations) to ensure the high quality and smooth operation of overall
production and that all key deliverables are met to the client’s satisfaction.
On-Site Event Logistics Coordinator
FIRST Event Services
10.2019 - 09.2021
- Implemented protocols and procedures to effectively manage planning process.
- Coordinated travel and accommodations for event attendees.
- Produced concept plans for high-profile corporate meetings and events.
- Developed and distributed event surveys to gather feedback and assess event success.
- Plan and execute logistics for Partner Centre meetings including the coordination of catering, audio-visual, security, swag, collateral, transportation, and campus tours
- Build relationships and effectively work cross-functionally with Security, Reception, Catering, Facilities, Legal and A/V
- Developed detailed event reports, documenting all aspects of each event.
- Oversaw event registration process by collecting and tracking attendee information.
- Help develop and manage Virtual Events via Splash, Zoom, and internal planning software provided by Meta Facebook
Event Coordinator
AEGWorldwide
09.2017 - 04.2019
- Work with clients to coordinate, plan and support events related to NBA Basketball games, NFL Football Games, and concerts.
- Coordinate activities of event support personnel, including in-house and union event staff.
- Prepare and distribute detailed notes for events to venue departments such as operations, security, on-site vendors, and guest services
- Ensure contractual obligations are maintained and safety requirements are being met
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Honolulu, HI08.2015
Skills
- Cause and Effect Analysis
- Supply Management Expertise
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Training Skills
- Strong Leadership Abilities
- Cost Control
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Sensory Branding Expertise
- Customer Response
- Logistics
- Capacity Planning
- Operating Budget
Timeline
Sr Events Specialist
Poshmark
04.2024 - Current
Production Manager
On Board Experiential
09.2021 - 03.2024
On-Site Event Logistics Coordinator
FIRST Event Services
10.2019 - 09.2021
Event Coordinator
AEGWorldwide
09.2017 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Similar Profiles
Jill DickeyJill Dickey
E-Commerce Sales at PoshmarkE-Commerce Sales at Poshmark
JEREMIAH EUERLE FRANCISJEREMIAH EUERLE FRANCIS
Senior Associate, Shipping Escalations at PoshmarkSenior Associate, Shipping Escalations at Poshmark
Shruthi KrishnanShruthi Krishnan
Community Manager, Client Engagement & Support (India) at PoshmarkCommunity Manager, Client Engagement & Support (India) at Poshmark
Kaitlin AlhambraKaitlin Alhambra
Sr. Operations Associate at PoshmarkSr. Operations Associate at Poshmark
Stephen F. AlleyneStephen F. Alleyne
Site Supervisor at Allied UniversalSite Supervisor at Allied Universal