Will Stokes
New York,NY
Summary
Creative and personable Entertainer with numerous years of musical, acting and performing experience for children and adults in countless venues. Outgoing and welcoming professional with vibrant stage presence and flair for unpredictable performances that delight audiences and employers. Dedicated to leading social and fun events that bring businesses revenue and make clients happy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Will Stokes Entertainment
Free Lance Event Production
New York, NY
05.2022 - Current
- Helped with end-to-end event planning process through meetings, walk-throughs and day-of execution.
- Organized catering services by selecting menu items, negotiating prices, ordering food and beverages, setting up buffet areas.
- Collaborated with leadership and colleagues to coordinate staffing for each event.
- Monitored guest satisfaction levels throughout the duration of an event.
- Liaised between clients and company to verify contract fulfillment.
- Created detailed reports outlining event planning progress, timelines, budgets, and other relevant information.
- Developed event themes and concepts to ensure successful execution of events.
Barrett School of Music
Laura Hollis
New York Mills, NY
03.2022 - Current
- Developed and maintained client relationships to grow business and improve account retention.
- Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
- Helped students appreciate arts with instructional and immersive techniques.
- Organized development and implementation of diverse marketing videos, social media posts and blogs.
- Monitored website performance to ensure optimal user experience.
- Optimized web pages for better search engine rankings.
- Worked with management team to develop operational goals aligned with business strategy.
Air's Champagne Parlor/ Tokyo Record Bar
Viejo Group
New York Mills, NY
05.2022 - Current
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
- Sang popular songs to engage the crowd in sing-alongs.
- Analyzed sales trends to maximize sales potential.
Entertainer
Free Lance Web Development
New York, NY
08.2017 - Current
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Acting
Marymount Manhattan College
New York, NY05-2021
Skills
- Illusion Tricks and Tactics
- Efficient Time Management
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Conflict Resolution
- Self-Driven and Motivated
- Live Audience Entertainment
- Promoting Events
- Line Memorization
- Multitasking
- Effective Communication
Accomplishments
- NAACP Nominated Producer for "Small Victories" by Jade Scott
Certification
- Driver's License
Affiliations
- Performing
- Culinary Arts
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Will Stokes Entertainment
Free Lance Event Production
05.2022 - Current
Air's Champagne Parlor/ Tokyo Record Bar
Viejo Group
05.2022 - Current
Barrett School of Music
Laura Hollis
03.2022 - Current
Entertainer
Free Lance Web Development
08.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Acting
Marymount Manhattan College
- Driver's License
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