Jimmy Surace
Creative Director, Partner at Eight One Events- Claim this Profile
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Brandis Protenic
Jim not only has the qualifications and the intellectual talent for the position, but also demonstrates leadership, organizational, managerial skills necessary to succeed in all that he undertakes. Jim is extremely organized and can manage multiple timelines to ensure strict deadlines are met. Jim not only fulfilled but also exceeded the expectations of my team in each of these important functions. Jim’s strongest abilities are to think creatively and act decisively and correctly. He has a mature nature with a devastating wit and charm; is a team player and always is willing to jump in and help in any situation. These skills cannot be taught and are his reasons for success. Jim was often asked by my company to perform important and creative projects when dealing with our most key and demanding clients. Jim’s unique combinations of the above skills with a high level of moral and ethical standards have been critical to his personal and professional development. It is my belief that he will succeed in any undertaking largely because of his determination to adhere to these standards and accomplish his goals with integrity.
Brandis Protenic
Jim not only has the qualifications and the intellectual talent for the position, but also demonstrates leadership, organizational, managerial skills necessary to succeed in all that he undertakes. Jim is extremely organized and can manage multiple timelines to ensure strict deadlines are met. Jim not only fulfilled but also exceeded the expectations of my team in each of these important functions. Jim’s strongest abilities are to think creatively and act decisively and correctly. He has a mature nature with a devastating wit and charm; is a team player and always is willing to jump in and help in any situation. These skills cannot be taught and are his reasons for success. Jim was often asked by my company to perform important and creative projects when dealing with our most key and demanding clients. Jim’s unique combinations of the above skills with a high level of moral and ethical standards have been critical to his personal and professional development. It is my belief that he will succeed in any undertaking largely because of his determination to adhere to these standards and accomplish his goals with integrity.
Brandis Protenic
Jim not only has the qualifications and the intellectual talent for the position, but also demonstrates leadership, organizational, managerial skills necessary to succeed in all that he undertakes. Jim is extremely organized and can manage multiple timelines to ensure strict deadlines are met. Jim not only fulfilled but also exceeded the expectations of my team in each of these important functions. Jim’s strongest abilities are to think creatively and act decisively and correctly. He has a mature nature with a devastating wit and charm; is a team player and always is willing to jump in and help in any situation. These skills cannot be taught and are his reasons for success. Jim was often asked by my company to perform important and creative projects when dealing with our most key and demanding clients. Jim’s unique combinations of the above skills with a high level of moral and ethical standards have been critical to his personal and professional development. It is my belief that he will succeed in any undertaking largely because of his determination to adhere to these standards and accomplish his goals with integrity.
Brandis Protenic
Jim not only has the qualifications and the intellectual talent for the position, but also demonstrates leadership, organizational, managerial skills necessary to succeed in all that he undertakes. Jim is extremely organized and can manage multiple timelines to ensure strict deadlines are met. Jim not only fulfilled but also exceeded the expectations of my team in each of these important functions. Jim’s strongest abilities are to think creatively and act decisively and correctly. He has a mature nature with a devastating wit and charm; is a team player and always is willing to jump in and help in any situation. These skills cannot be taught and are his reasons for success. Jim was often asked by my company to perform important and creative projects when dealing with our most key and demanding clients. Jim’s unique combinations of the above skills with a high level of moral and ethical standards have been critical to his personal and professional development. It is my belief that he will succeed in any undertaking largely because of his determination to adhere to these standards and accomplish his goals with integrity.
Experience
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Eight One Events
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United States
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Events Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Creative Director, Partner
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Aug 2018 - Present
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AOO Events
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United States
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Events Services
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Senior Producer
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Feb 2016 - Aug 2018
-Successful in design and execution of full-scale productions, ranging in budget. -Integral role in in event design, customization and brand integration concepts -Create and manage all budgets and contracts to ensure a desirable closing gross profit margin -Conduct site inspection, client meetings and pre-production to review all details of the program as confirmed by contract, timeline and other pertinent documents -On-site lead for all vendors, production team and client to ensure flawless execution of event -Responsible for finalizing and auditing closed programs including post production debriefs -Responsible for day to day operations of producer team including departmental assignments, program assignments, leading monthly department meetings and liaison to managing team -Develop supplier/partner business relationships, negotiating contracts and setting terms of contracts.
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AlliedPRA
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Account Manager
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2014 - 2016
-Primary contact for clients and suppliers including productions, venues, off-property, activities, transportations and hotels -Responsible for the upkeep of file management to include: logistical planning of events, budget management, sub-vendor negotiations and contracting, preparation of contracted program elements for client -Successfully managed programs on average $2.5 million in annual revenue and average 65 programs yearly. -Active lead role for site inspections and client communications throughout course of planning -Provide ongoing support for the completion of internal projects, training and marketing efforts
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Event Producer
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2013 - 2014
-Successfully produced 20 full-scaled events generating $1.1 million in revenue for company -Assigned as lead producer to company’s highest grossing client to develop & nurture partnership and gain future business for company -Create and manage all budgets and contracts to ensure a closing gross profit margin of 50 percent or greater -Conduct site inspection, client meetings and pre-production to review all details of the program as confirmed by contract, timeline and other pertinent documents -On-site lead for all vendors, production team and client to ensure flawless execution of event -Responsible for finalizing and auditing closed programs including post production debriefs -Awarded ‘Vendor of third Quarter’ by AlliedPRA based on successful events produced
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Shore Hotel
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Manager, Guest Services
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Oct 2011 - Oct 2013
-Member of opening management team; hired department staff and developed & implemented hotel Standard Operating Procedures pertaining to Guest Services -Collaborated with restaurants, spas and salons to provide in room options for guests -Represented Guest Services in all pre-convention meetings -Managed all daily aspects of front desk agents, food and beverage, operators, and bell staff -Create daily Shore Report, which alerts all hotel staff of arrivals, departures, VIP guests, occupancy and hotel events -Organized and led daily morning meeting with directors of all departments to address ongoing hotel issues -Oversaw all corporate and VIP accounts to ensure total guest satisfaction
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Atlantis Events
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United States
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Travel Arrangements
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1 - 100 Employee
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Event Associate Producer
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Jul 2007 - Jul 2010
-Drafted and executed Banquet Event Orders for all onboard guest activities, meal functions and evening events -Managed all aspects of events team to ensure guest satisfaction at all events including coaching, feedback, training and scheduling -Contracted all outside vendors including lighting, lasers, sound, décor and entertainment -Managed all travel and coordination for staff and crew including staff meals, room blocks, and chartered transportation -Managed marketing department and branding for each themed cruise -Acted as liaison to resort and cruise staff to resolve any on-site guest or logistic issues
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DreamWorks Animation
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United States
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Animation and Post-production
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700 & Above Employee
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Event/ Production Coordinator
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2004 - 2007
-Worked in a team environment with other production coordinators in the development and implementation of the Master Production Schedule -Regularly attended Executive Production Meetings to communicate pertinent and accurate production information to crew members -Developed and organized morale-building and team events for crew members of the movies Flushed Away and Bees -Worked in a team environment with other production coordinators in the development and implementation of the Master Production Schedule -Regularly attended Executive Production Meetings to communicate pertinent and accurate production information to crew members -Developed and organized morale-building and team events for crew members of the movies Flushed Away and Bees
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Education
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Bowling Green State University
Communication, General
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