Eric Keilman
Costa Mesa
Summary
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Buyer
THE WAYFARER
Costa Mesa
07.2014 - Current
- Cultivated relationships with booking agencies to secure high-quality acts for events.
- Filled music calendar with diverse touring and local talent to enhance event offerings.
- Developed and nurtured a local music program, fostering community engagement and support.
- Oversaw all production and hospitality aspects to ensure smooth event operations.
- Build offers, confirm the shows and handle the final settlements
- Schedule staff weekly including sound, cashier, security, bartenders, and kitchen staff to fit the needs and budget for each concert and event
- Handle marketing duties including, but not limited to social media, emails, flyers
- Upload concerts and events on our ticketing site
- Managed the venue's competitive beer selection and ordering.
Talent Buyer Assistant
DETROIT BAR
Costa Mesa
12.2012 - 02.2014
- Transitioned from assistant talent buyer to talent buyer role within one year
- Presented offer sheets, managed email communications, and collaborated with booking agencies.
- Oversaw production and hospitality efforts to ensure smooth operations
- Implemented marketing initiatives to increase visibility
- Coordinated Monday Residencies and Local Tuesday Nights to enhance local music scene.
- Supported staffing efforts by recruiting and scheduling employees
Server/Bartender
STEELHEAD BREWERY
Irvine
08.2001 - 10.2013
- Managed large, busy sections, ensuring excellent service under pressure
- Achieved high sales during peak business hours
- Trained new staff, facilitating smooth onboarding and integration
- Trained new, incoming staff
Education
Art - Art & Art Education
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY EDWARDSVILLE/CARBONDALE
Skills
- Event Coordination
- Negotiation Tactics
- Marketing
- Social Media
- Staffing
- Budgeting
- Staffing
- Networking
- Building Relationships
- Maintaining Relationships
- Website Updates
- Maintaining Relationships
Timeline
Talent Buyer
THE WAYFARER
07.2014 - Current
Talent Buyer Assistant
DETROIT BAR
12.2012 - 02.2014
Server/Bartender
STEELHEAD BREWERY
08.2001 - 10.2013
Art - Art & Art Education
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY EDWARDSVILLE/CARBONDALE