Sara (Gardner) Starnes Email & Phone Number

Philadelphia, Pa, Us

New York, United States

New York, United States

New York, United States

New York, New York, United States

New York, New York

New York, United States

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Greater New York City Area

• Lead the brainstorming, planning and execution of client events, from product launches and media previews to trade shows, concert series and multi-day pop-ups• Work cross-functionally across multiple teams and departments to deliver successful, impactful content, events and campaigns• Manage multiple projects at varying stages concurrently• Copywriting and copy editing for various platforms, such as: email campaigns, social media, web/digital content, blog posts, product… Show more • Lead the brainstorming, planning and execution of client events, from product launches and media previews to trade shows, concert series and multi-day pop-ups• Work cross-functionally across multiple teams and departments to deliver successful, impactful content, events and campaigns• Manage multiple projects at varying stages concurrently• Copywriting and copy editing for various platforms, such as: email campaigns, social media, web/digital content, blog posts, product packaging, client reports, and proposal decks• Executive Producer for multi-city concert tour, in charge of branding initiatives and leading teams of local brand ambassadors and production assistants• Part of development team for branding and incubator projects for CPG brands and skincare brands• Work with celebrity and influencer/blogger partners to execute cohesive content strategies with effective brand messaging across varied platforms• Create and manage budgets from $20,000 - $300,000+• Assist in development process for new business pitches and decks• Concept and produce compelling video content for clients• Styling for events, video and photoshoots• Develop and oversee social media strategies for clients, including influencer campaigns• Past and present clients include: Michaels, JCPenney, Mohawk Industries, Party City, Aurora Cannabis, Farmacy Beauty, USAI Lighting, The Alpha Workshops, Otamot Foods and more Show less

Greater New York City Area

• Dual role that encompasses both Operations as well as Event Production• Oversee operational logistics of a small office (15-20 people)• Function as go-to person for questions and troubleshooting for all personnel• Maintain, order and unpack office supplies• Oversee packing and shipping of boxes (PR samples, event needs, etc.)• Work closely with IT support and provide immediate troubleshooting for tech issues in a dual Mac/Windows environment• Manage calendar and… Show more • Dual role that encompasses both Operations as well as Event Production• Oversee operational logistics of a small office (15-20 people)• Function as go-to person for questions and troubleshooting for all personnel• Maintain, order and unpack office supplies• Oversee packing and shipping of boxes (PR samples, event needs, etc.)• Work closely with IT support and provide immediate troubleshooting for tech issues in a dual Mac/Windows environment• Manage calendar and scheduling for CEO via Outlook• Develop and maintain list of preferred vendors and contacts• Onboard and work with freelance event producers• Onsite coordination and help with event productions• Copywriting and copyediting for a variety of printed and digital materials, such as client reports, email campaigns, and proposal decks• Developed and executed a product feedback program for a client• Oversee social media content development and planning for multiple clients• Maintain company blog• Promoted after less than a year to Manager of Content and Special Projects Show less

New York, Ny

• Work with public relations, events, partnerships, and marketing initiatives on a national level for leading global lifestyle hospitality company • Supervise Regional Marketing Managers, regional PR agencies (10 properties) and oversee Marketing Assistant and department interns• Copywriting and copy editing for press releases, media alerts, social media, printed collateral, menus, email campaigns and website• Create and pitch annual departmental + regional (NYC) marketing… Show more • Work with public relations, events, partnerships, and marketing initiatives on a national level for leading global lifestyle hospitality company • Supervise Regional Marketing Managers, regional PR agencies (10 properties) and oversee Marketing Assistant and department interns• Copywriting and copy editing for press releases, media alerts, social media, printed collateral, menus, email campaigns and website• Create and pitch annual departmental + regional (NYC) marketing plans• Create partnership proposals and sponsorship decks• Coordination and execution of food photoshoot & video shoots • Development and tracking of marketing campaigns, working within set budgets• Foster and build partnerships with both brands and advertising partners• Oversee management of corporate website• Coordinate development of creative assets with Creative Director• Assist with marketing and public relations strategies for new restaurant openings globally• Facilitate ordering and inventory tracking of marketing collateral nationally• Responsible for on-the-ground marketing integration efforts at high-profile, celebrity-driven events such as Sundance Film Festival, Super Bowl, Tribeca Film Festival, SXSW & Coachella• Promoted within a year from prior position as Marketing & Public Relations Coordinator Show less

New York, Ny

• Worked directly with journalist Jami Floyd to help develop her passion project, The Other Box• Coordinated an intimate salon-style discussion with well-known, leading figures in civil rights, sports, music and literary industries• Conducted research and outreach to garner interest in the project• As of 2018, The Other Box has been picked up by WNYC as a series of panel discussions, which will culminate in a museum exhibit of photography by legendary Carrie Mae Weems

New York, Ny

• Primary support to the president and senior agents at a boutique talent agency specializing in television/film, commercial, voiceover and theatre• Updated talent files and details within internal catalog system• Responsible for complete redesign of website, which directly contributed to acquisition of better talent, more applicants and an improved public image• Admin duties such as managing the calendar, scheduling appointments/auditions for all signed talent, answering phones and… Show more • Primary support to the president and senior agents at a boutique talent agency specializing in television/film, commercial, voiceover and theatre• Updated talent files and details within internal catalog system• Responsible for complete redesign of website, which directly contributed to acquisition of better talent, more applicants and an improved public image• Admin duties such as managing the calendar, scheduling appointments/auditions for all signed talent, answering phones and filing paperwork• Interviewing, auditioning and signing new talent• Worked directly with talent development one-on-one once signed• Responsible for interviewing, hiring, and managing interns• Acted as a liaison to both talent managers and casting directors on behalf of the agency.• Worked directly with all of the major casting houses in NYC (House Casting, Brooke Thomas, Don Case, Telsey + Co., etc.) as well as all of the major network casting departments (ABC, NBC, CBS, etc.)• Prepared agency and SAG-AFTRA contracts• Planned company events (holiday parties, talent training, talent showcases, etc.)• Promoted to Junior Agent after six months Show less

• Pre-production research and talent outreach for development of an upcoming reality show pilot for Spike TV• Worked with LA-based company while in NY, as well as communicated and coordinated with businesses/companies across the nation• Prepared and adapted talent decks and PowerPoint presentations for network pitches • Helped to shoot, edit and adapt sizzle reels• Critiqued, edited and developed show proposals• Provided regular status recaps to producer and production… Show more • Pre-production research and talent outreach for development of an upcoming reality show pilot for Spike TV• Worked with LA-based company while in NY, as well as communicated and coordinated with businesses/companies across the nation• Prepared and adapted talent decks and PowerPoint presentations for network pitches • Helped to shoot, edit and adapt sizzle reels• Critiqued, edited and developed show proposals• Provided regular status recaps to producer and production team• Began as an intern and was hired back as a pre-production assistant (freelance) Show less

Ithaca, Ny

Student Supervisor at Towers Dining Hall at Ithaca College. Responsible for overseeing student workers and assisting cook staff. Other duties include welcoming students into dining hall, dealing with questions and concerns as well as set-up and closing duties.

Ithaca, Ny

Helped to facilitate students in-class as a teaching assistant in the Computer Science department. Worked with XHTML, CSS and Java programming.

Greater Los Angeles Area

Worked specifically with reality and game show formats. Critiqued and developed show proposals. Edited and adapted sizzle reels. Prepared talent decks and PowerPoint presentations for pitches. Involved with a multitude of projects at various points of pre-production. Assisted with on-location shoots.

London, England

Assisted with both live and off-air shoots and interviews. Worked with iNews, ENPS, Avid Assist and Interplay programs. Prepared rundowns of hourly news stories. Facilitated staff with development of stories and packages for the Today Show, MSNBC and NBC Nightly News.

London, United Kingdom

Assisted in the front office at the Ithaca College London Center. Answered phones, greeted visitors, and facilitated ICLC staff and professors. Responsibilities included making photocopies, printing, and computer troubleshooting.

Ithaca, Ny

Acted as host of live game show "Fake Out" which aired weekly on public television (ICTV.) Helped with organizational elements of other on-air talent and guests prior to broadcast. Worked in a multi-camera setup with teleprompter.

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Televison-Radio

Activities and Societies: Honors Program, Oracle Honor Society, ICTV, ICLC, ICLA Rod Serling Scholarship recipient Oracle Honor Society.

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Radio And Television

Activities and Societies: ICTV Courses in: Media Production, Field Production, Media Writing, Media Aesthetics & Analysis, Television.