Ellen Barnes

Email: ellenbarnes172@gmail.com

Address: Nashville, TN

Education
The University of Georgia, Athens, GA
Bachelor of Science in Sociology
Certificate in Music Business, Terry College of Business
Overall GPA: 3.73/4.00
Relevant Coursework: Accounting I, Technology for Innovation in the Workplace, Interpersonal
Communication, Business Fundamentals for the Music Industry, Fundamentals of the Music Business, Art
History I & II, American Sign Language I-IV
Honors and Scholarships
Zell Miller Scholarship Recipient (August 2011 Present), Georgia Incentive Scholarship (August 2011
Present) Deans Honor List (Fall 2011, Fall 2013, Spring 2014, Fall 2014), Terry Excellence Award (April
2015)
Work Experience
Compass Rose Events, La Vergne, TN: Event Manager
May 2015 present
Complete pre event responsibilities and paperwork
Direct and participate in the setup/construction of the event by the predetermined layout
Ensure event food service quantity and quality and games, sports, and/or other specialized
activities
meet contract specifics and organization standards
Manage relationship with clients and vendors by accommodating needs and handling problems
Maintain all financial records for the event, including keeping an accurate record of all cash spent
by retaining receipts
A Childs Closet, Athens, GA: Sales Associate
May 2015
Run sales and returns on the computer
Display competence in using and trouble shooting in BCSS data program
Process clothes brought in by consignors (1,000+ items per week)
Promote weekly sales and information through Facebook, email, and print ads

August 2014

Progressive Global Agency, Nashville, TN: Booking Intern

Summer 2014
Input information for confirmed shows into database
Send out contracts and follow up with multiple promoters
File and track individual show information
Insure deadlines are met by promoters, bands, media outlets, etc.
University Housing, Athens, GA: Front Desk Assistant
December 2011
May 2014
Serve as a resource for accurate information concerning Housing and University operations
Support the Community Office staff by performing administrative responsibilities
Answer telephone, take messages, and provide information to callers
Distribute packages, sign for deliveries, and facilitate building pass-ins
Hendershots Coffee, Athens, GA: Promotions Intern
Spring 2014
Book shows with artists and agents
Update and maintain monthly show calendar and website
Point of contact for artists
Manage all social media outlets

University of Georgia, Athens, GA: Events Programming Intern

Summer 2013
Coordinate and implement summer events for up to 150 students
Collaborate with other departments and organizations to plan and facilitate events
Research event logistics: price, time, date availability, event details
City of Villa Rica, Villa Rica, GA: Summer Day Camp Counselor
Summer 2012
Supervise a group of children from activity to activity
Assist in maintaining materials, equipment, and building
Design and set up activities for up to 150 children
Chaperone children on field trips to Atlanta area venues
First Baptist Church Villa Rica, Villa Rica, GA: Assistant to Youth Pastor
January 2010 March 2011
Receive payments and keep records for youth trips and activities
Prepare purchase order requests and reconcile credit card statements
Maintain attendance records and prepare contact information for up 70 students
Perform clerical duties as needed
Campus and Community Involvement
University of Georgia Homecoming Committee: Major Entertainment Chair (2014), Spirit Chair (2013)
Plan and execute events for up to 700 students
Work with outside and internal vendors
Manage budget and answer to Coordinator and Advisor
Terry School of Business - Music Business: Festival Coordinator
Spring 2014
Keep track of all duties and tasks to execute the Music Business Programs annual music festival
Coordinate 7 sub-committees and monitor progress
Act as liaison between MBUS, Sports and Entertainment Law Society, and venue

Links
LinkedIn: http://lnkd.in/xGKKVF
Portfolio: http://ellenbarnes.weebly.com

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