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Most importantly, we work to bring branded content, film and television productions to the region as an economic development outreach and to highlight the stunning locations we have in Central Oregon. As the Executive Director, this expands to grant writing and development, in addition to collaborating with local non profits as an outreach around mentoring our youth through the visual media. We are here to act as support for visiting filmmakers, production companies and advertising agencies seeking to bring their productions to Central Oregon. With a plethora of diverse landscapes all in close proximity to Bend, I collaborate with the USFS, Deschutes County, City of Bend and local tourism agencies to ensure your production is seamless.

Red Phoenix Rising is a marketing, communications fundraising company specializing in raising funds for non-profit events.. We are currently partnering with the Cascade Cycling Classic, now in its 40th year to oversee all partnerships on the event taking place throughout Central Oregon. The iconic race starts in Tumalo on May 27, followed by races in Fossil, Sisters, Three Creeks, Old Mill District and finishing on Awbrey Butte on May 31. More info can be found here: https://cascade-classic.org/Red Phoenix Rising focuses on maximizing sponsorship revenues particularly with Fortune 500 companies seeking to align their brand with high profile events, potentially bringing awareness to a mission or non profit partner.We oversee all aspects of the partnership with a goal of long term rewards, alliances and implementation. Sponsorship, brand alliance, marketing, media impressions and revenue producing events are our forte.Previously, we have worked with Lay It Out Events, increasing sponsorship revenue 387% on events such as Bend Winterfest, Shakespeare in the Park, the Bite of Bend, Deschutes Dash, Balloons Over Bend and Happy Girls Half. We worked with Central Oregon's premier convert venue, the Les Schwab Amphitheater and the Old Mill District. In Portland, we work with Monqui to represent Concerts on the Lawn at McMenamins Edgefield.

Founding team of Inspireum, a pro-social enterprise celebrating outstanding youth achievement in sports, particularly football and soccer. Responsible for PR over three awards seasons. Executed annual, national awards ceremony and handled attending talent and guest speakers.Passionate advocate for KidsInTheGame.org, raising awareness of inspirational mission nationwide. I created, maintained and delivered all media including all teasers, promos and highlight reels per creative vision ensuring widespread awareness of these inspiring kids!

Responsible for the creation and implementation of the 2008 BendFilm Festival, inclusive of film selection, jury choice, VIP attendees, ticketing system, banter discussions with key industry personnel, heightened awareness of all elements of BendFilm within Oregon and nationwide.Solely responsible for all fundraising campaigns, sponsor relations and film festival initiatives.Nurtured and responsible for all sponsor and donor funding, ensuring deeper integration and involvement by key corporations and individuals.

Code Red Films was an International Film Consultancy company specializing in heightening industry awareness of Australian filmmakers and feature films in the US.As the primary consultant to Content Capital, a leading Australian film financier, Code Red Films advised on script potential, casting, key industry contacts, film financing and festivals.Code Red Films worked closely with key clients to present their films to leading US production companies and distributors resulting in film sales and distribution deals.

Attended domestic and international film festivals and markets including AFM, MIFED, London Screenings and Cannes assisting the President of Summit Entertainment, and supporting the sales team on films such as The Blair Witch Project, U571, Nurse Betty and Any Given Sunday.Liaised with international distributors, producers, agents, talent and industry executives on behalf of Patrick, ensuring positive and open communications with key industry professionals.