95% Remote from Day 1Director/Project Manager: Collaborated with Executive Director, CFO, and Development Director in day-to-day operations, demonstrating strong organizational and leadership skills.Scheduling: Coordinated and oversaw logistics for 30-45 live monthly performances and private event rentals at two performing arts theaters, ensuring smooth execution and satisfaction for performers, clients, staff, and audience.Systems: Devised functional and innovative practices to increase efficiency and communication.Coordinator: Served as Artist Liaison for 60+ performers each month, building and maintaining positive relationships with artists, agents, and partners.Guest Services: Managed Box Office operations and maintained relationships with ticket holders and donors, emphasizing exceptional customer service.Development: Successfully led a renovation campaign that raised $44K in donations, demonstrating strong project management and fundraising abilities.Database Management: Utilized PatronManager/Salesforce for sales and guest/donor management, showcasing proficiency in donor relationship management systems.Entertainment and Events: Emceed showcases, managed house operations, and provided audio engineering support.Web Manager, Content Specialist, Email Marketing, and Copywriter: Managed and created website content. Designed and wrote weekly email newsletters with a 59% open rate, utilizing graphic design, web development, and effective communication to engage subscribers.Graphic Design: Created promotional and fundraising materials, showcasing a strong eye for engaging images while conveying vital information.Toolkit:Salesforce, PatronManager, Schedulicity, Asana, Airtable, Zoom, Box, Trello, DragGoogle Workspace, MS Office, Chat GPT, Adobe Acrobat, DocuSignWordPress, Squarespace, WeeblyHootsuite, Later, Planable, Emma, MailChimpPhotoshop, Canva, iMovieShopify Academy, QuickBooks

Designed marketing materials and updated the website, showcasing creativity and proficiency in graphic design.Managed social media presence to promote Community Acupuncture and low-cost healthcare, demonstrating skills in online marketing and community engagement.Provided administrative support to the Owners and handled light bookkeeping using QuickBooks, showcasing attention to detail and organizational skills.

Booked talent and negotiated contracts, demonstrating strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.Created theme nights and events to attract a diverse audience, showcasing creativity and marketing abilities.Promoted events through print, radio, and social media channels, highlighting proficiency in event promotion and marketing strategies.Worked with concert promoters, agents, and sponsors, showcasing strong communication and collaboration skills.Managed website content and design of promotional materials, utilizing web development and graphic design skills.

Taught the Ukulele and simple music theory to students of all ages, demonstrating passion for teaching and excellent interpersonal skills.

Nationally Touring Recording Artist and Performer.Solo Singer-Songwriter performing as Yours Truly, Michele.Freelance Session MusicianFormer member of Secret Emchy Society (Queer Country Band), Laura Benitez & the Heartache (Classic Country Band), Heartache Sisters (Americana Harmony Duet), Tippy Canoe & the Paddlemen (Ukulele led Folk, Jazz, and Roots Music), The Frisky Frolics (Early Jazz), The Kirby Grips (Garage Pop/Indie Rock).

Provided direct support to the Vice President, demonstrating strong administrative and organizational skills.Scheduled interviews and acted as a liaison between clients, VP, and candidates, showcasing excellent communication and coordination abilities.Handled administrative duties and maintained confidentiality, emphasizing trustworthiness and attention to detail.

Developed the agency’s entertainment division. Booked musicians, dancers, and live stage acts for corporate events, private parties, weddings, film, and television commercials. Designed promotional materials.