ashley dean

* Direct the planning and execution of social events (including parties, concerts, festivals) in Astoria, * Queens. * Oversee a team of vendors and event contributors including entertainers, photographers, caterers, * and sound technicians. * Consult with small businesses on public relations, marketing strategy and event execution.

* Assistant to Manager Melissa Sabo * Schedule appointments * Organize Calendar * Oversee social media * Go to person for new projects * Clients: Sandy Vee, Greg Cerone, Tiffany Gia

* Promoted artists through online promotions and radio streams * Created content and contests for artists on roster * Strategized business proposals for potential clients

* Answered phones and redirected phone calls * Prepared documents and internal transmittals * Managed office calendar and prepared conference areas for meetings and special events

* Oversaw RFP and RFQ process through completion * Coordinated with subconsultants and vendors regarding RFP's and RFQ's * Created company newsletters, mailers, and external marketing communications

* Manage and coordinate responses to RFP’s, RFQ’s, SOQ’s and developing Letter of Agreement * contracts * Maintain and update project descriptions, resumes, and project image databases * Develop presentations and marketing collateral * Participate and lead weekly marketing meetings * Prepare award submissions * Maintain social media presence on LinkedIn and other platforms * Maintain annual renewals of certifications

* Managed Marketing Department of Graphic Designer, Marketing Coordinator & Photographer * Created database of resumes and marketing text for RFP's and RFQ's * Maintained social media presence

Activities and Societies: Music Industry Club, WONY, Jazz Appreciation Society