Experience

Original X Productions

• Events Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Director, Studio Partnerships

  • Nov 2022 - Present

  Direct and maintain communication and deliverables between external vendors, internal Creative, Social, Marketing, Tech, Retail, and Production teams and our studios partners/IP holders. Currently responsible for multiple domestic and overseas Harry Potter projects as well as development of unannounced projects for major Licenses. My position is a hybrid of creative, business, marketing and development. I work closely with multiple teams internally and externally on a daily basis, to ensure that our projects keep moving forward at a quick pace, while continuing to meet the rigorous standards and approvals of major studio and corporate IP. My role relies heavily on organized project management, creative development, and the ability to work with, understand, and anticipate the needs of multiple teams and their respective workflows. Show less



SuperflyX

• United States
• Entertainment Providers
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director, Studio Partnerships

  • Aug 2021 - Present

  Direct and maintain communication and deliverables between external vendors, internal Creative, Social, Marketing, Tech, Retail, and Production teams and our studios partners/IP holders. Currently responsible for multiple domestic and overseas Harry Potter projects as well as development of unannounced projects for major Licenses. My position is a hybrid of creative, business, marketing and development. I work closely with multiple teams internally and externally on a daily basis, to ensure that our projects keep moving forward at a quick pace, while continuing to meet the rigorous standards and approvals of major studio and corporate IP. My role relies heavily on organized project management, creative development, and the ability to work with, understand, and anticipate the needs of multiple teams and their respective workflows. Show less



Oculus VR

• United States
• Computers and Electronics Manufacturing
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Event Marketing Manager

  • Sep 2019 - Jun 2021

  • Produced digital pivot for Facebook Connect 2020 (Online and VR) • Led development of experiential showcase for multiple titles from various developer • Explored new vendor products, and innovation to showcase unique technologies • Fostered, and maintained multiple agency relationships • Focused on guest journey, developing unique, and rewarding experiences that stand apart • Produced digital pivot for Facebook Connect 2020 (Online and VR) • Led development of experiential showcase for multiple titles from various developer • Explored new vendor products, and innovation to showcase unique technologies • Fostered, and maintained multiple agency relationships • Focused on guest journey, developing unique, and rewarding experiences that stand apart



2K

• Ukraine
• Chemical Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Events Manager

  • Feb 2014 - Jul 2019

  Responsible for planning, designing, budgeting and execution of internal and consumer facing events from trade shows, conventions and press events to livestreams and product launches. I've worked on major franchise titles including NBA2K, WWE2K, Mafia, Borderlands and Civilization. My goal is to always create events that are fun, unique and stand apart from the rest. • Partner with internal stakeholders, Marketing and PR to craft events supporting their goals • Vendor management with a focus on setting realistic expectations ensuring calendar milestones are met and deliverables meet our brand's high quality standards • Extensive industry relationships with established venues, vendors and producers • Strong understanding of the gaming community from a business and consumer perspective • Oversee branded event asset creation process from design to approval to production • Primary annual projects include E3, Comic-Con, PAX, GDC, Gamescom, Tokyo Game Show Show less



Walt Disney World

• United States
• Entertainment Providers
• 700 & Above Employee

• Entertainment Manager (Special Events)

  • Jul 2013 - Jan 2014

  As a member of Walt Disney Parks and Creative Entertainment I have helped produce and stage manage multiple events for Disney as well as outside clients. • Oversaw elements of conception, budgeting, production, design and operations of live shows. • Scheduled and managed Equity talent on-boarding, rehearsals, fittings and day to day needs. • Partner with stakeholders, contractors and vendors for installation and maintenance of shows. • Juggled multiple phases of production at once. Developing shows while other shows were in operation or winding down. Show less



Revel Entertainment

• United States
• Entertainment Providers

• Associate Producer (Events and Entertainment)

  • Feb 2012 - Aug 2012

  • Key member of the opening events team for the $2.6 billion resort • Developed resort-wide entertainment content and programming, including ‘Premiere Weekend’ featuring Beyoncé • Partnered with Food & Wine Magazine to produce ‘The Taste of Revel Weekend’ featuring Iron Chefs, Marc Forgione and Jose Garces • Propelled pre-sale ticket program with media partners, resulting in three sold-out Beyoncé shows • Created programming focused on targeted lifestyle segments to build the Revel brand Show less



Lucasfilm

• United States
• Entertainment Providers
• 700 & Above Employee

• Screening Coordinator - RED TAILS

  • Nov 2011 - Feb 2012

  • Coordinated more than 80 pre-release screenings and events nationwide for key influencers, including Oprah Winfrey, The White House and the general media. • Propelled a grass-roots outreach and sustainment campaign; box office projections exceeded expectations • Partnered with Lucasfilm Marketing and PR team in conjunction with FOX to meet a wide range of talent and media needs • Coordinated more than 80 pre-release screenings and events nationwide for key influencers, including Oprah Winfrey, The White House and the general media. • Propelled a grass-roots outreach and sustainment campaign; box office projections exceeded expectations • Partnered with Lucasfilm Marketing and PR team in conjunction with FOX to meet a wide range of talent and media needs



Star Wars In Concert/Another Planet Touring

• Exhibit Director/Curator

  • Feb 2009 - Aug 2010

  • Selected contents and developed overall aesthetic of a major Star Wars touring exhibit • Supervised the traveling Exhibit and building staff • Upheld Star Wars brand integrity for exhibit, and main stage show • Maintained all social media channels • Performed as principal liaison between Lucasfilm and Another Planet Touring • Selected contents and developed overall aesthetic of a major Star Wars touring exhibit • Supervised the traveling Exhibit and building staff • Upheld Star Wars brand integrity for exhibit, and main stage show • Maintained all social media channels • Performed as principal liaison between Lucasfilm and Another Planet Touring

• Event Coordinator Fan Relations/Events

  • Oct 2006 - Feb 2009

  • Produced and executed events for all divisions of Lucasfilm (LucasArts, Industrial Light & Magic, Skywalker Sound and Lucasfilm Animation) • Planned logistics for events worldwide including, Star Wars: Celebrations, E3, Comic-Con, Siggraph and GDC • Produced and directed speaker panels at Star Wars: Celebration III, IV, Europe & Japan • Worked closely with Licensees, partners and vendors • Worked with Star Wars licensees to develop merchandise for the Star Wars Fan Club Kit • Produced the launch and press events for Clone Wars, Indiana Jones, The Force Unleashed, • Coordinated Lucasfilm character media and live appearances • Responsible for budgetary, legal and proprietary concerns on all assigned projects Show less

• Entertainment Manager/Production Assistant

  • 2004 - Oct 2006

  • Coordinated travel, housing and scheduling of talent for the Emmy Award-winning broadcast of Walt Disney World’s Christmas Parade • Signature events – Star Wars Weekends 2005 & 2006; ESPN 2005 & 2006 • Responsible for production schedule, talent management, research and scripts • Coordinated travel, housing and scheduling of talent for the Emmy Award-winning broadcast of Walt Disney World’s Christmas Parade • Signature events – Star Wars Weekends 2005 & 2006; ESPN 2005 & 2006 • Responsible for production schedule, talent management, research and scripts



VEE Corporation

• India

• Assistant Company Manager

  • Jul 2002 - Jun 2003

  • Arranged travel and housing for 35 person cast and crew for 48 week tour • Coordinated local media buys for print, television and radio • Managed all show operations, including front-of-house staffing, box office and publicity events • Arranged travel and housing for 35 person cast and crew for 48 week tour • Coordinated local media buys for print, television and radio • Managed all show operations, including front-of-house staffing, box office and publicity events



Freelance

• Egypt
• Human Resources
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Various Production Roles

  • Jan 2002 - Jan 2003

  Music Writer: BLURT MAGAZINE Music Writer/Marketing Assistant FILTER MAGAZINE Production Coordinator: LIVE8 CONCERT BROADCAST MARION ANDERSON AWARDS – Oprah Winfrey recipient Production Assistant: MISS AMERICA BROADCAST 2002/2003/2004 SWADES (BOLLYWOOD) – filmed on location at NASA NATIONAL TREASURE – First and second unit Philadelphia NICKELODEON KID’S CHOICE AWARDS 2002/2003 Music Writer: BLURT MAGAZINE Music Writer/Marketing Assistant FILTER MAGAZINE Production Coordinator: LIVE8 CONCERT BROADCAST MARION ANDERSON AWARDS – Oprah Winfrey recipient Production Assistant: MISS AMERICA BROADCAST 2002/2003/2004 SWADES (BOLLYWOOD) – filmed on location at NASA NATIONAL TREASURE – First and second unit Philadelphia NICKELODEON KID’S CHOICE AWARDS 2002/2003

• Stage Technician

  • Feb 1999 - Jan 2002

  • Handled scenic, pyro, and rigging duties for several stage shows including The Lion King and Tarzan Rocks! • Oversaw commercial and media tapings • Worked on several Walt Disney World global media events • Member of the Tarzan Rocks! opening team • Handled scenic, pyro, and rigging duties for several stage shows including The Lion King and Tarzan Rocks! • Oversaw commercial and media tapings • Worked on several Walt Disney World global media events • Member of the Tarzan Rocks! opening team

• Crew Chief - Props Dept.

  • Jun 1997 - Nov 1997

  • Supervised local union stagehands during load-in, operation, and set strike of arena touring show • Supervised maintenance and upkeep of props and sets on tour • Maintained vendor relationships nationwide • Supervised local union stagehands during load-in, operation, and set strike of arena touring show • Supervised maintenance and upkeep of props and sets on tour • Maintained vendor relationships nationwide



Sesame Place

• United States
• Entertainment Providers
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Manager - Entertainment Dept.

  • Mar 1990 - May 1997

  • Hired and managed staff of 60 technicians, performers and theater hosting staff • Developed, produced, and coordinated stage and atmosphere entertainment • Maintained scenic integrity of both live shows and park scenic elements • Prior positions held: Stage Technician, Theater Host, Scenic Artist • Hired and managed staff of 60 technicians, performers and theater hosting staff • Developed, produced, and coordinated stage and atmosphere entertainment • Maintained scenic integrity of both live shows and park scenic elements • Prior positions held: Stage Technician, Theater Host, Scenic Artist