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Monique Farah

Westlake Village

Summary

Dynamic Executive Assistant with a proven track record of excellence in calendar management, complex travel coordination, and maintaining the highest level of discretion. Recognized for a personable and professional demeanor, proactive approach, and the ability to streamline communications to maximize efficiency and productivity.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer

AMERICON
02.2017 - 06.2025
  • Managed executive calendars, prioritizing appointments and meetings for optimal time efficiency.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements for domestic and international trips.
  • Developed comprehensive meeting agendas and prepared briefing materials for CEO presentations.
  • Streamlined communication processes between departments.

Executive Assistant to the Owner

Nic's Martini Lounge and Restaurant
03.2008 - 01.2016
  • Managed the owner's calendars and scheduled appointments.
  • Assisted in organization of events, overseeing logistics and catering requirements.
  • Trained incoming staff on procedures and protocol.
  • Supported owner in decision-making processes for event menus.

Vodbox Manager

Nic's Martini Lounge and Restaurant
03.2008 - 12.2016
  • Crafted unique vodka tours, ensuring consistent sales and repeat customers.
  • Oversaw daily operations and implemented protocol.
  • Established new investors while maintaining the needs of current investor relationships.
  • Implemented staff training programs to enhance team performance and service quality.
  • Developed and maintained vodka inventory.
  • Coordinated marketing strategies to increase brand visibility and drive customer engagement.

Assistant to the Producer

Speed Network/WATV
06.2005 - 03.2007
  • Coordinated flights, transportation and meal logistics on long location shoots.
  • Logging and shipping of daily footage to the editors.
  • Took the position of B camera operator on smaller productions.
  • Assisted in the set up and break down of all equipment.
  • Responsible for driving the "camera car" for all tracking shots on location.
  • Performed stunt camera work.

Production Assistant

SWAT, CSI, Murder in the First, Nickelodeon, Speed Network
06.2004 - 10.2019


UNION DUTIES

  • Assisted with the actors and their delivery to set.
  • Proactively anticipated the AD's needs.
  • Managed and coordinated background.
  • Crowd control when on location.


NON-UNION DUTIES

  • Set up and break down of all equipment.
  • Responsible for driving members of production across country.
  • Assisted camera operators with equipment, footage and transportation. .

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Film Production

Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA
05-2004

Skills

  • Presentation development
  • Travel arrangements
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Office administration
  • Calendar management
  • Meeting planning
  • Personal discretion

Timeline

Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer

AMERICON
02.2017 - 06.2025

Executive Assistant to the Owner

Nic's Martini Lounge and Restaurant
03.2008 - 01.2016

Vodbox Manager

Nic's Martini Lounge and Restaurant
03.2008 - 12.2016

Assistant to the Producer

Speed Network/WATV
06.2005 - 03.2007

Production Assistant

SWAT, CSI, Murder in the First, Nickelodeon, Speed Network
06.2004 - 10.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Film Production

Loyola Marymount University
Monique Farah