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Maya Mardesich

Lompoc

Summary

Committed and professional individual with a passion for delivering exceptional customer service and executing events to the highest standards. Possessing extensive knowledge and experience in budgeting, vendor management, event promotion, and marketing. Known for creativity and innovation in finding solutions to challenges. Additionally, valuable experience in child-care, enhancing ability to adapt to diverse environments and effectively communicate with individuals of all ages.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Party Coordinator

South Play-Redondo Beach
08.2023 - 08.2024
  • Planned and coordinated up to 7 children's birthday parties per week.
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
  • Managed event logistics and operations.
  • Implemented new protocols and procedures to effectively manage planning process.
  • Analyzed event costs to identify areas of improvement and cost savings.
  • Utilized social media to promote events and increase attendance.
  • Managed day play while coordinating during the week, checking in customers and ensuring safety of the children during day play.
  • Cleaned venue thoroughly on a daily basis.

Youth Associate

Boys and Girls Club-Lompoc
05.2023 - 07.2023
  • Planned and executed activities and cared for over 150 children, K-12 per day.
  • Activities were planned for groups of 20+ children and included: Educational activities, Arts and Crafts, Music skills, Gym activities.
  • Assisted in fostering a safe environment for children at the facility.
  • Worked towards meeting the children's physical and emotional needs.
  • Worked as a translator for Spanish-speaking families.

Front of House

Taza Street Kitchen
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Coordinated with kitchen employees to consistently drive smooth operations which included: running food, managing the POS system, and taking customer orders (in person, delivery, and takeout orders).
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Maintained cleanliness of the restaurant daily.
  • Assisted with social media posting.

Social Media and Marketing Manager

Canopy Club
02.2022 - 07.2022
  • Continually maintained and improved company's reputation and positive image in markets served.
  • Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.

Social Media & PR Intern

Bespoke Beauty Brands
03.2021 - 12.2021
  • Conducted daily updates to social media profiles to boost company online presence for 3 different brands.
  • Researched relevant industry trends to develop engaging, topical social media content.
  • Responded to comments, posts, and questions from various channels under supervision of the Social media and PR manager.
  • Created and maintained relationships with influencers.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

University of California, Santa Barbara
06-2024

Skills

  • Entertainment planning
  • Marketing and promotion
  • Group management
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Child safety monitoring
  • Public Speaking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Analytical thinking
  • Spanish-speaking

Involvement

  • Youth and Government (President of Delegation)
  • Varsity Softball
  • Leadership group 'Be The Change'

Timeline

Party Coordinator

South Play-Redondo Beach
08.2023 - 08.2024

Youth Associate

Boys and Girls Club-Lompoc
05.2023 - 07.2023

Front of House

Taza Street Kitchen
08.2022 - 01.2023

Social Media and Marketing Manager

Canopy Club
02.2022 - 07.2022

Social Media & PR Intern

Bespoke Beauty Brands
03.2021 - 12.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

University of California, Santa Barbara
Maya Mardesich