Elizabeth Sheets Orcutt Email & Phone Number

Walnut Creek, Ca, Us

Walnut Creek, California, United States

As the Community Relations Manager for Walnut Creek Arts + Rec, I advocate for and promote our diverse programs and initiatives. I foster relationships with stakeholders, including staff, local businesses, and community partners. My efforts contribute to the growth and success of our organization by engaging current and potential Arts + Rec participants.In this role, my responsibilities include:• Relationship Building: I cultivate and maintain strong relationships with staff, local businesses, community partners, and participants to enhance support for Walnut Creek Arts + Rec programs.• Advocacy: I act as a passionate advocate for our vital programs, effectively communicating their value and impact to the community.• Branding and Marketing: I collaborate with the marketing team to develop branding strategies that resonate with our target audience and promote our programs effectively.• Community Outreach: I plan and execute outreach initiatives to engage with various segments of the community, prioritizing inclusivity and accessibility to ensure all voices are heard.• Communication and Media Relations: I develop and implement digital, print, and verbal communication strategies to effectively convey the mission, goals, and achievements of Walnut Creek Arts + Rec to diverse audiences.• Event Coordination: I assist in the planning and execution of community events, workshops, and programs to foster community engagement and support.• Administrative Analysis: I conduct general research and analysis to improve overall organizational efficiency and effectiveness through strategic planning and process optimization.

Walnut Creek, California, United States

• Develop standard operating procedures and guidelines to train and assist staff with content development and cohesive branding across all major social media platforms for Lesher Center, Center Repertory Company, Bedford Gallery, and Diablo Regional Arts Association• Design and maintain five websites, supporting community organizations with initial transition and strategic site development, utilizing the City of Walnut Creek’s Granicus software as well as Squarespace• Manage press releases and PR contracts, including coordination of press seats and artist interviews• Review and support the RFP selection process for press coverage, season collateral design, and other services• Lead the development of advertisements and copy placed in Arts + Rec quarterly class catalogs• Direct print and digital advertising plans focused on increased ticket sales and audience diversity, cultivating a robust and diverse regional audience for artistic productions and institutional marketing of the Lesher Center• Participate in a regional coalition with arts organizations across the Bay Area to build confidence for the safe and healthy return to in-person performances, exhibits, and events

Walnut Creek, Ca

• Contribute constructive internal analysis and actionable marketing tactics to the Lesher Center’s 2022 Strategic Plan • Manage print materials for special events, direct mail, annual reports, membership and sponsorship brochures• Write and distribute press releases that spotlight donors, grant funding, artistic productions, and the board of directors• Create proposals and agreements for media and corporate sponsorships• Foster and maintain key relationships with corporate sponsors and community partners• Develop content for donor communications (email marketing, social media, print materials), including fundraising campaigns, special events, and stories that highlight the impact of DRAA’s programs on the local community

Walnut Creek, California

• Support DRAA in all aspects of communications for programs, events, and fundraising activities• Develop and execute an annual communications plan with the Executive Director and Marketing Committee • Engage new demographics in supporting DRAA and ensure current donors are updated on DRAA's impact• Develop and conduct market research activities to gain insight into the types of programming the community wants to see• Support public and media relations including media sponsorship and community partnerships• Curate concepts and write content for web, social media, press releases, and external email communications • Elevate DRAA’s brand across all audiences, platforms and through Lesher Center for the Arts channels (launch and maintain new website, digital donor recognition, Diablo Arts print publications, social media, and more)

Walnut Creek, California

Lafayette, California

• Managed sales, marketing, and contracts for rental spaces, and increased revenues by strategically developing operational resources (digitizing tracking documents and creating online submission forms)• Maintained account files in the software system, ensuring accurate communication between clients and staff• Established and maintain collaborative relationships with the City of Lafayette and partner organizations• Communicated with all departments to coordinate customer’s needs, ensuring satisfaction and efficient operations• Created invoices, tracked revenues, and processed payments for donations and sales with Intuit QuickBooks

San Francisco, California

• Supported the Head of Business Development & the Director of Marketing with day-to-day operations• Created, proofread, and updated internal and external marketing collateral, including classified information• Managed the development of marketing materials across multiple departments to ensure accuracy and brand integrity• Worked closely with a committee to host an annual event for over 100 investors

San Francisco, California

• Worked closely with the Chief Compliance Officer to ensure all legal requirements were met, including safety training and emergency preparedness and the reporting of personal investments, gifts, and political contributions• Managed a company-wide health and wellness program• Provide administrative support, including expenses and invoices, editing, and preparing company-wide correspondence• Assist Human Resources with recruiting, tracking, and onboarding of new hires

San Francisco

• Worked with Artistic Director to complete operational duties, including communications and payroll• Compiled schedules and created a cohesive calendar to keep the company organized and focused on productions• Organized travel expenses and details for tours to Atlanta, Georgia, and Chicago, Illinois

Bay Club At The Gateway

• Trained more than 50 employees, including other managers, on registration and reservation software programs• Supervised daily operations and revenues of the shop, spa, group exercise classes, and two reception desks• Liaised with Human Resources to hire and onboard associates and approve payroll for over 30 staff members• Reported revenues, sales goals, and overall club performance strategy to executive management (written and verbal)• Worked with General Managers and Department Leads to ensure exceptional customer service, incorporating feedback from club members

Bay Club Sf Financial District

I oversaw all day-to-day operations of this unique Bay Club location in the heart of the Financial District of San Francisco, California. I managed and increased all revenue lines, including locker rentals, Shop (retail), Spa (massage), Front Desk, Guests, and Membership Sales. I reported on general budgets to track overall profit and loss of the club. I was responsible for providing an overall experience for members to enjoy and use daily.

Bay Club San Francisco Tennis

I was responsible for successfully providing the membership with a variety of retail products through The Shop in a manner reflective of the high standards and quality of service consistent throughout the club. This leadership position required a high level of customer service, an entrepreneurial spirit, knowledge of and experience in the retail industry, creative marketing, and responsible resource management to ensure financial success.

San Francisco Bay Area

First point of contact for front line associates and club members. I scheduled coverage of the desk and spearheaded revenue-boosting initiatives while getting my feet wet with reporting numbers and incidents to upper management.

San Francisco Bay Area

Co-directed the pre-professional campus dance company, University Dance Theater, alongside one other student and under the direction of two San Francisco State University Dance faculty members. From rehearsal assistant to basic accountant, I managed the regular operations of the entourage, spear-heading the initiation and logistics of fundraising for performance and education opportunities for the group of 19 college students.

San Francisco Bay Area

• Managed a diverse undergraduate university residence hall (mixed ages) while co-leading a staff of 15 Resident Assistants• Maintained clear and concise communications (verbal, printed, and digital) with accurate, helpful information• Counseled students on personal and academic issues, advised a hall council of rising leaders, and facilitated training and conversations about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

San Francisco Bay Area

• Managed a diverse undergraduate university residence hall (mixed ages)• Communicated important information to students (written, verbal)• Ensured the safety of the residence hall and surrounding areas• Programmed events and activities to increase student engagement

Master Of Public Administration - Mpa (In Progress)

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Dance (Performance And Choreography) And Holistic Health

Activities and Societies: Sigma Phi Gamma branch of the National Residence Hall Honorary (Spring 2009 to May 2012); University Dance.

High School Diploma, General Education

Activities and Societies: • Dancer with the Rhythm in Blue Dance & Drill Team: four-year member (one as Captain) of this Varsity level.