Experience

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi

• Corpus Christi, Texas, United States

• University Center Events Coordinator

  • Jun 2022 - Present

  Process and coordinate reservations, optimizing space usage and finding creative solutions for events. Consult with clients to resolve scheduling conflicts and address event needs, including equipment setups, staffing, catering, and safety concerns. Inform and enforce relevant policies and procedures for reservations and building use. Guide clients through the event planning process, providing support and discussing available resources and cost information. Ensure smooth-running events by resolving problems in a timely and tactful manner. Conduct check-ins with clients to ensure proper room setup and client satisfaction. Manage operations of the Information Desk, including hiring, training, and evaluating student employees. Assist with department activities such as event management, emergency preparations, and budget needs. Prepare monthly event billing and reports for supervisor review. Show less



Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Events Specialist

  • Aug 2015 - Apr 2017

  Revamped logistics, public relations, and marketing strategies for a diverse range of events including theatre productions, art exhibition openings, music concerts, summer camps, and special guest speaker events hosted by the College of Liberal Arts and School of Arts Music and Communication (SAMC). Orchestrated seamless coordination between departments, ensuring smooth execution of all initiatives.Drove the development of marketing content and managed the social media presence for the Department of Art, Department of Theatre, and SAMC. Oversaw ticket booth operations and spearheaded ticket sales for Department of Theatre and Dance productions and recitals. Meticulously managed customer interactions, serving as the primary point of contact for patrons of The College of Liberal Arts and SAMC, providing exceptional service and fostering positive relationships. Show less

• Communication Assistant Specialist

  • Oct 2014 - Aug 2015

  Spearheaded comprehensive marketing campaigns for special events across all five academic colleges, student life, and alumni at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. Crafted compelling press releases, media alerts, and media pitches to generate extensive media coverage for assigned campaigns, resulting in increased brand visibility and community engagement. Published engaging and informative web stories on the University's website using Cascade server, ensuring timely and accurate dissemination of information to the target audience. Assisted in coordinating media interviews, event coverage, and live remotes, facilitating positive media exposure and enhancing the university's reputation. Show less



Islander Cultural Alliance at Texas &M University-Corpus Christi

• Texas A&M University- Corpus Christi

• Public Relations Coordinator

  • Nov 2012 - Dec 2014

  Executed promotions and increased awareness of the Islander Cultural Alliance among the university community. Acted as the primary media contact for interviews. Maintained the organization's social media presence. Executed promotions and increased awareness of the Islander Cultural Alliance among the university community. Acted as the primary media contact for interviews. Maintained the organization's social media presence.



Church Unlimited

• Corpus Christi, Texas Area

• Media Intern

  • Sep 2012 - May 2013

  Collaborated in the creation process of promotional print and video projects, ensuring a seamless and engaging end product. Assisted in the execution of video shoots, as well as special events, working closely with the media/production department. Provided valuable support to the production crew during live services, efficiently operating cameras and graphics to enhance the overall visual experience. Collaborated in the creation process of promotional print and video projects, ensuring a seamless and engaging end product. Assisted in the execution of video shoots, as well as special events, working closely with the media/production department. Provided valuable support to the production crew during live services, efficiently operating cameras and graphics to enhance the overall visual experience.



Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi

• News Reporter for the Island Waves Student Newspaper

  • Oct 2012 - Feb 2013

  Reported local and campus news for weekly print publication. Reported local and campus news for weekly print publication.



Del Mar College

• Corpus Christi, Texas

• News Reporter for the Foghorn Student Newspaper

  • Aug 2011 - May 2012

  Reported local and campus news for weekly print and online publication. Reported local and campus news for weekly print and online publication.



Higginbotham

• Corpus Christi, Texas

• Account Manager

  • Aug 2007 - Aug 2010

  Executed routine administrative tasks while providing superior customer service to a designated book of business of over 80 clients. Stayed abreast of updates in State/Federal laws that directly impacted accounts. Developed and maintained positive relationships and rapport with insurance carriers satisfy the client’s needs. Executed routine administrative tasks while providing superior customer service to a designated book of business of over 80 clients. Stayed abreast of updates in State/Federal laws that directly impacted accounts. Developed and maintained positive relationships and rapport with insurance carriers satisfy the client’s needs.