Tasha Blackwell
1808 North Hill Parkway * Atlanta, Georgia 30341 * (310) 766-5676 * tasha.blackwell@gmail.com

Objective

To obtain a management position where my vast skills in project management and marketing will be utilized to advance the company in a competitive market.

Highlights of Qualifications
• Self motivated and organized professional skilled in facilitating projects and utilizing all resources to achieve goals
• Well spoken clear communicator; with ability to create training for diverse groups and settings
• Dedicated team leader and motivator with a strong commitment to providing high quality support and excellent problem solving skills to meet all organizational and production needs

Education
American Intercontinental University, Los Angeles, California
BBA, Business Administration and Marketing

Experience
Single Parent Alliance and Resource Center
Communications Director
November 2007 to Present
• Responsible for creating, implementing and measuring the success of a comprehensive marketing, communications and public relations program.
• Responsible for enhancing the Organization’s image and position within the marketplace and with the general public, and facilitate internal and external communications.
• Responsible for editorial direction, design, production and distribution of all Organization publications.
• Coordinate media interest in the Organization and ensure regular contact with target media and appropriate response to media requests.
• Organization’s representative with the media.
• Coordinated the appearance of all Organization print and electronic materials such as letterhead, use of logo, brochures, etc.
• Developed, coordinated and oversaw programs, technical assistance and resource materials to assist in the marketing, communications and positioning of activities.
• Provide counsel on marketing, communications and public relations.
• Led projects as assigned, such as cause-related marketing and special events.

2Down Front Entertainment
Director of Client Relations
January 2004 – February 2005
• Responsible for strategic client relationship management, managing client expectations, and developing client solutions
• Responsible for client billing set-up and ensure billing accurately meets contractual obligations, including resource allocation.
• Proactively consulted with the client to develop options for the client’s individual goals , recommending product offerings and providing cost benefit analysis.
• Responsible for developing and executing strategies to retain and grow revenues with existing clients
• Developed relationships with outside vendors, as an advocate for the client, to assist in integrating new products.
• Developed request for proposals for prospective clients.
• Responsible for developing additional event revenue and profitability, ensuring successful service delivery to company and clients.
• Delivered successful events using team building and participative management techniques aimed at increasing revenue, customer satisfaction and reducing costs.

2Down Front Entertainment
Executive Personal Assistant
June 2003 – December 2003
• Managed day-to-day front office operations that included supply ordering, bank deposits, customer service sales, and monthly billing.
• Research and fulfill requests including restaurant and hotel reservations and recommendations, auto rental, gift recommendations, golf tee times, travel and destination information, or assistance with everyday tasks such as ticket purchases, or finding a quality house cleaning service, among other lifestyle management needs.
• Assisted busy ticket agency with creative marketing strategies and ticket sales with individuals and organizations.
• Developed new client base through extensive cold calling and presentation of company advantages, celebrity entertainment shows.
• Extensive customer service and presentation of all services and the company’s advantages to clients.
• Provided administrative support to Los Angeles and Brazilian directors.

References
Available upon Request