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Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Los Angeles, California, United States

Los Angeles, California, United States

Conceptualizing and designing engaging experiences that showcase the best that Los Angeles has to offer. Including:--Representing PRA and Los Angeles to incoming, national corporate meeting and event clientele.--Developing compelling visual proposals in Powerpoint.--Creating detailed and thorough investment summaries and budgets in Excel.--Researching, sourcing, and booking premier vendors to offer the best in services.--Analyzing event needs and strategizing best approach… Show more Conceptualizing and designing engaging experiences that showcase the best that Los Angeles has to offer. Including:--Representing PRA and Los Angeles to incoming, national corporate meeting and event clientele.--Developing compelling visual proposals in Powerpoint.--Creating detailed and thorough investment summaries and budgets in Excel.--Researching, sourcing, and booking premier vendors to offer the best in services.--Analyzing event needs and strategizing best approach for each program.--Offering superlative corporate event planning. Show less

Los Angeles, California, United States

Produced engaging environments for experiential agency Creative Riff and production company Black Ink Presents, which provided brand impact for their clients to build deep connections with their audiences. Key collaborator and department lead for pop-ups, immersive experiences, live show tours, special exhibitions, and more. Responsibilities included design/creative project management, fabrication and installation management, budgeting, scheduling, collaboration, research… Show more Produced engaging environments for experiential agency Creative Riff and production company Black Ink Presents, which provided brand impact for their clients to build deep connections with their audiences. Key collaborator and department lead for pop-ups, immersive experiences, live show tours, special exhibitions, and more. Responsibilities included design/creative project management, fabrication and installation management, budgeting, scheduling, collaboration, research, detailed price comparisons, resourcing, presentations, vendor and crew selection and oversight, prop styling and set decoration, etc.Notable projects included: --Prop Stylist / Set Decorator for ABC's Abbott Elementary Experience at San Diego Comic-Con.--Creative Project Manager for pop up exhibit "Outstanding!" for the National Cartoonist Society at Andrews McMeel Publishing--Creative Project Manager for touring show "Dino Ranch Live!" with a special focus on sourcing and managing scenic and props fabrication. Show less

Los Angeles, California, United States

Hired to elevate external-facing events for Milken, one of the largest private Jewish day schools in the United States serving families in close proximity to its Bel Air location. The goal was to create buzz and excitement leading up to their 30th Anniversary Gala. Produced events for Development, Admissions, and Communications Departments as well as for Head of School and various academic and program departments. Notable productions included the aforementioned 30th Anniversary… Show more Hired to elevate external-facing events for Milken, one of the largest private Jewish day schools in the United States serving families in close proximity to its Bel Air location. The goal was to create buzz and excitement leading up to their 30th Anniversary Gala. Produced events for Development, Admissions, and Communications Departments as well as for Head of School and various academic and program departments. Notable productions included the aforementioned 30th Anniversary Gala which hosted 1000 people at Warner Bros. Studios Backlot and was a major experiential win for the school, as well as Graduation Ceremonies at The Rose Bowl and The Greek Theatre, parent and donor receptions on- and off-campus, drive-in events, drive-through events, and fulfillment during Covid, and many more experiences including virtual and hybrid events. Budgets from $5,000 to $950,000. Show less

Greater Los Angeles Area

Produced and/or designed a variety of dynamic live experiences for reputable production companies, with a focus on developing engaging environments to create deeper audience-brand connections.Responsibilities included planning, research, resourcing, budgeting, scheduling, hiring and supervising key crew, selecting and managing vendors, negotiating rates, preparing pitch decks and drawings, internal and external communications, etc.Notable projects included: --One-month… Show more Produced and/or designed a variety of dynamic live experiences for reputable production companies, with a focus on developing engaging environments to create deeper audience-brand connections.Responsibilities included planning, research, resourcing, budgeting, scheduling, hiring and supervising key crew, selecting and managing vendors, negotiating rates, preparing pitch decks and drawings, internal and external communications, etc.Notable projects included: --One-month pop-up phenomenon, That’s From Disneyland! (designed and produced Instagram-able spots for Van Eaton Galleries)--Pixar’s Coco in Concert, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast in Concert, and Warner Bros' Willy Wonka in Concert, Lionsgate’s La La Land in Concert - all at the Hollywood Bowl (produced props and scenic elements for Kraft-Engel Management).--FX’s Immersive Experiences at San Diego Comic-Con: American Horror Story: 1984 and What We Do in the Shadows (set decorator and prop stylist for Creative Riff)--Beyond the Fluffy national tour for comedian Gabriel Iglesias (creative producer for scenic elements and co-producer pre-show animated video for Black Ink Presents)--National tour for Disney’s a cappella group, DCappella (produced props and scenic elements for Black Ink Presents)--Multiple fundraising events including an annual gala for Jewish Family Service at the Beverly Hilton (event producer / interim event planner)--Myriad theatrical design projects (award-winning and multi-award nominated set designer).Further details can be found on my website at deannemillais.com Show less

Westwood, Ca

Responsible for community- and donor-related event production, marketing communications, and annual giving for the largest Hillel in the West. The organization seeks to maintain students' ties to their Jewish roots through programs that bolster leadership skills, develop interpersonal connections, maintain traditions, and strengthen ties to Israel.Produced all fundraising/donor events and community programs with revenue ranging from $10,000 to $600,000. Produced highly successful "A… Show more Responsible for community- and donor-related event production, marketing communications, and annual giving for the largest Hillel in the West. The organization seeks to maintain students' ties to their Jewish roots through programs that bolster leadership skills, develop interpersonal connections, maintain traditions, and strengthen ties to Israel.Produced all fundraising/donor events and community programs with revenue ranging from $10,000 to $600,000. Produced highly successful "A Night for Chaim" hosted by Mayim Bialik at The Skirball Center, which honored our Executive Director on the occasion of his retirement after 40 years. Responsible for annual galas, High Holy Days services for the community, and exclusive events including at VIP residences like The Pritzker Estate.Developed marketing communications for all community and donor outreach campaigns including creative direction, advertising, digital marketing, visual development (in conjunction with our graphic designer), and integrated branding efforts. Management of the Development Department (under the Director of Development/Major Giving) including supervision of support staff, interns, and volunteers. Additional Duties:--Responsible for annual giving campaigns.--Originated the well-received "Chutzpah" campaign, which encouraged board and alumni participation and raised over $100,000/year in two consecutive years. --Handled budgeting and department finances. --Oversight of donor database including gift processing, registration processing, acknowledgements, reports, etc. --Management of website and social media presence for community and donor activities, including re-design of website.--Worked closely with Trustees, Board of Directors, donors, committees, students; provided exceptional customer service for the community at large. Began as a part-time event planner; offered a full-time position as the Development Manager in the wake of the 2008 economic downturn; later promoted to Director. Show less

Greater Los Angeles Area

Provided distinctive event design and full-service planning and production for individuals as well as the corporate, non-profit, cultural, lifestyle and entertainment industries.Produced corporate and non-profit events for clients such as The Verdugo Hills Hospital Foundation, Hillel at UCLA, Miziker Entertainment Group, Four Legged Friends Foundation and other organizations including galas, golf tournaments, fundraisers, live entertainment production, lectures and other events in line… Show more Provided distinctive event design and full-service planning and production for individuals as well as the corporate, non-profit, cultural, lifestyle and entertainment industries.Produced corporate and non-profit events for clients such as The Verdugo Hills Hospital Foundation, Hillel at UCLA, Miziker Entertainment Group, Four Legged Friends Foundation and other organizations including galas, golf tournaments, fundraisers, live entertainment production, lectures and other events in line with client initiatives.Services Included: Creative Design & Custom Décor / Planning and Logistics / Event Branding / Venue Research & Negotiations / Catering & Menu Planning / Multimedia Production / Entertainment / Staging, Lighting & Audio Visual / Travel & Transportation / Invitations & Collateral / Gift Services Show less

Santa Monica, Ca

Managed all aspects of public relations and administration for the highly-respected, award-winning architectural firm.--Fielded all incoming new client inquiries and worked with the press on all photo, interview, and article requests.--Executive Assistant to the Principal / Owner including all calendaring, travel arrangements, correspondence, calls, emails, purchases, reports, and regular tasks.--Coordinated two book projects with the Principal: "California Mediterranean" by… Show more Managed all aspects of public relations and administration for the highly-respected, award-winning architectural firm.--Fielded all incoming new client inquiries and worked with the press on all photo, interview, and article requests.--Executive Assistant to the Principal / Owner including all calendaring, travel arrangements, correspondence, calls, emails, purchases, reports, and regular tasks.--Coordinated two book projects with the Principal: "California Mediterranean" by Marc Appleton & Melba Levick (Rizzoli) and "New Classicist: Appleton & Associates" by Marc Appleton (Images).--Managed special projects including event planning for the firm as well as high-end organizations like the Yale Dean's Council, Cooper Union, and the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art.--Developed the So-Cal Chapter of the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art with the Principal and was the chapter manager for the first two years as the chapter developed. Eventually recruited and trained a new chapter manager who was with the organization for over a decade. Also, a founding officer (elected Secretary - 2 years) and inaugural member of the Board of Directors (3 years). Show less

Century City, Ca

Produced corporate, social and non-profit events for 10 – 1,500 attendees nationwide for clients such as Kawasaki Motors, KPMG, The Sports Club Company, MTV/VH1, Ameriquest Mortgage, MGE UPS Systems and BMG US/Latin. Budgets up to $1,000,000.Events produced include product launches, sales conferences, corporate holiday parties, VIP incentive trips, award ceremonies, themed events, and much more.Responsible for end to end production for each assigned event including initial… Show more Produced corporate, social and non-profit events for 10 – 1,500 attendees nationwide for clients such as Kawasaki Motors, KPMG, The Sports Club Company, MTV/VH1, Ameriquest Mortgage, MGE UPS Systems and BMG US/Latin. Budgets up to $1,000,000.Events produced include product launches, sales conferences, corporate holiday parties, VIP incentive trips, award ceremonies, themed events, and much more.Responsible for end to end production for each assigned event including initial research, client event proposal (including venue, decor, entertainment, menu, transportation, and logistics), budget, vendor selection and oversight, hotel and venue negotiations, creative direction, onsite event management from install through strike, final profit analysis, and much more.Started as an intern via UCLA and was later promoted to coordinator and then manager. Show less

Ba, Psychology

Courses, Interior Design / Interior Architecture

Activities and Societies: Coursework in Exhibition Design, Production Design, Two- and Three-Dimensional Design, Color Theory, Design.