Nelson Godstime

Event Operations and Production Specialist with 6+ years of experience planning, coordinating, and executing high-impact corporate and social events. Proven track record managing 100+ successful events, overseeing décor implementation, vendor coordination, production logistics, and on-site event execution. Experienced in event design coordination, production planning, venue management, and large-scale event logistics, ensuring seamless experiences from concept to post-event breakdown.

Known for delivering visually compelling and well-organized events while maintaining strict timelines, budgets, and operational standards.

EVENT OPERATIONS MANAGER at Oaken Events (2025-08 – Present)

• Coordinate event production planning, operational execution, and technical project activities to ensure seamless delivery of large-scale events and productions.
• Manage scheduling, operational documentation, and project reporting to support efficient planning and execution.
• Oversee vendor coordination, logistics planning, equipment movement, and venue preparation to ensure compliance with production standards and client requirements.
• Monitor and supervise operational teams responsible for stage setup, décor installation, technical preparation, and venue layout implementation.
• Lead on-site event operations including setup, floor coordination, and post-event teardown, ensuring smooth workflow throughout the event lifecycle.
• Track event timelines, production milestones, and operational deliverables to ensure timely and high-quality event execution.
• Prepare project reports, presentations, and operational documentation to support internal planning and stakeholder communication.

EVENT MANAGER at NGT Events (2019-03 – 2025-06)

• Managed end-to-end planning and execution of over 100 events, including corporate events, social gatherings, and large-scale productions.
• Coordinated venue layouts, decoration setup, lighting arrangements, and vendor logistics to ensure high-quality event delivery.
• Led on-site event teams responsible for venue preparation, décor installation, and operational coordination.
• Built strong client relationships resulting in 80% repeat and referral business.
• Negotiated vendor contracts achieving average annual cost savings of 12%.
• Supervised teams and coordinated workforce scheduling for events hosting up to 1,000 attendees.

EVENT MANAGER / SUPERVISOR (CONTRACT) at TURNING POINT EVENT (2022-04 – 2024-02)

• Coordinated operational schedules, meetings, and team communications.
• Coordinated vendor deliveries and operational schedules to ensure efficient event preparation.
• Implemented workflow improvements that reduced event setup delays by 15%.
• Managed inventory and equipment tracking using Excel-based systems, reducing material shortages by 20%.

OPERATIONS OFFICER at Capricorn Digital (2018-01 – 2019-03)

• Coordinated operational schedules, meetings, and internal communications.
• Maintained documentation systems and reporting processes using Google Workspace tools.
• Managed internal surveys and data collection through Google Forms and Sheets.
• Designed operational presentations and documentation using Canva.

Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computer Science – Yaba College of Technology, Lagos

Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in Computer Science – Yaba College of Technology, Lagos