Conference Manager at Rise Up Conference (2023-04 – 2025-12)
- Managed end-to-end conference operations, ensuring seamless coordination across all planning and execution phases.
- Directed the call for proposals process, managing submissions, evaluations, and final selections to curate a high-quality agenda.
- Developed and maintained the conference website while executing comprehensive social media strategies to enhance online presence, engage attendees, and drive registration.
Program Coordinator at Black Film Festival of New Orleans/Level Up Filmmaker Collective (2023-02 – Present)
- Assist the Festival Director with coordinating a community filmmaker cohort both virtually and on location.
- Assist with sponsorship and grant initiatives, supporting fundraising efforts and maintaining relationships with sponsors and grant providers.
- Update the festival's website to enhance visibility and engagement.
Festival Associate Manager, Events at Sundance Institute (2022-10 – 2023-02)
Seasonal
- Planned and implemented logistical needs for digital and live events, ensuring smooth execution and high-quality experiences.
- Created and edited event invitations using Splash That, curated guest lists, and developed run of shows and program remarks.
- Coordinated with Marketing to create event collateral, managed budgets, obtained necessary permits and rentals, and ensured all stakeholders were updated on planning and logistical needs.
- D.O.E. Producer, smooth execution of R.O.S., managed volunteers, and coordination with venue manager and vendors
Director of Media/COO at The Hip-Hop Association/The Hip-Hop Education Center (2004-11 – 2008-01)
- Oversaw the Hip-Hop Odyssey International Film Festival, maintaining relationships with the Hip-Hop media community and curating film programming with community partners globally.
- Managed program coordinators and directors, reporting to the Executive Director and President, and traveled to promote H2O programs, products, and services.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and goals.
Director of Media/COO at The Hip-Hop Association/The Hip-Hop Education Center (2023-04 – 2024-04)
- Oversaw the Hip-Hop Odyssey International Film Festival, maintaining relationships with the Hip-Hop media community and curating film programming with community partners globally.
- Managed program coordinators and directors, reporting to the Executive Director and President, and traveled to promote H2O programs, products, and services.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and goals.
Development Associate/Consulting Event Producer at New York Women in Film & Television (NYWIFT) (2005-02 – 2013-06)
- Created fundraising materials and coordinated corporate partner campaigns, managing contributor databases and ensuring accurate records of donations.
- Coordinated special events, including the Muse Awards and Designing Hollywood gala, overseeing all aspects from journal ad sales to ticketing and signage.
- Drafted proposals for corporate support, worked with committees on donor fundraising strategies, and managed relationships with corporate contributors for various NYWIFT events.
