Positive, motivated and enthusiastic modern drama graduate with endless energy and determination, aspiring work in events

management. As a creative, positive and adaptable problem solver, I have the ability to conceptualise innovative ideas, and drive projects to fruition.

Adam Parker
www.adamparkerofficial.com Tel: 07734 393949

Skills Diplomatic and confident leader, with excellent collaboration skills, initiative and self motivation. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to present information clearly, concisely and coherently. Extensive sales background, strong negotiation skills and an ability to work within budgetary requirements. Organised and methodical approach to work, with demonstrated skills in planning and marketing events. Expert at time management, with an ability to multi-task and maintain accuracy under pressure. Proficient in numerous PC and Mac applications, with a confident ability to learn new programmes quickly. Created and regularly update a professional website: www.adamparkerofficial.com

Achievements Leader of a team that raised over 300,000 for the British Red Cross. Champion of Total Wipeout UK, ITV with Richard Hammond and Amanda Byram (Endemol UK). Winner of Golden Balls, ITV with Jasper Carrot (Endemol UK). Headlined various events with Boy Banned around Europe, including the Moulin Rouge venue in Paris.

Experience Events Management Bar and Events Supervisor (Personal Licence Holder) - Union of Brunel Students, West London (September 2009 Present) Collaborated with staff and management at all levels ensuring the success of every event. Organised the marketing and promotion for events, including poster/flyer distribution and online marketing. Assessed various performers suitability for the venue, suggesting and recommending them for events. Assisted performers where necessary and supported them throughout the event. Directed, produced and presented an online television series to promote the venue. Successfully managed a team of 60 people in the day to day running of the venue, complying with health and safety and licensing regulations. Website: www.boybanned.com

Recording Artist/Performer - Boy Banned Ltd, Soho, London. (February 2010 February 2012)

Marketed and promoted live performance events within time and budgetary limits whilst maintaining and updating online promotion through social networking sites. Assessed venue suitability and cost for events including relevant permissions and licences. Provided accurate records of all income and expenditure. Organised accommodation and transport to and from the venues for band members and management. Contributed original and creative input to aid the development of music videos, music tracks and live performances from the point of inception to completion. Participated in television and radio interviews including an exclusive Chart Show TV interview.

Sales Company Director Honest Bubbles Ltd, London. (December 2011 Present) Managed the business and organised documents, adhering to regulations and legal requirements. Communicated with event organisers to sell the product in various locations, to the relevant client market. Negotiated with product suppliers to cut expenses and maximise profit margins. Provided exceptional customer service to maximise sales and encourage return customers.

Team Leader (Charity Fundraiser) - Real Fundraising, Aldgate, London. (May 2011 September 2011) Summer Job Managed a team of 10 people, taking responsibility for the teams welfare and performance. Created productive games, competitions and team building exercises for motivation purposes. Provided ongoing sales and objection response training to new and current team members.

Retail Manager Sports Direct, Feltham, West London. (May 2010 September 2010) Summer Job Responsible for the running of the store, including sales targets, staff welfare, product training, recruitment, department performance, productivity, merchandising, store appearance, stock taking and deliveries.

Community Education/Creative Collaboration Performing Arts Facilitator (October 2011 November 2011) Uxbridge College, Hayes, London. Directed and produced a music video as an extra-curricular activity for students portfolios. Co-directed a musical, offered constructive feedback, organised headshots and designed a programme.

Workshop Leader (April 2011) Hillingdon Pupil Referral Unit, Uxbridge, London. Collaborated with a group of 5 people to devise a workshop for students on employability. Researched relevant information from various sources and adapted it to suit the needs of the students.

Educational Qualifications 2009 2012 Modern Drama Studies (BA) Awaiting Degree Classification Brunel University, Uxbridge, West London. Expertise developed in: Performance Budgeting, Marketing and Promotion, Writing and Devising Performance, Directing, Critical Analysis, Contemporary Performance, Digital Performance, Experimental Performance and Current Issues in Performance Practice. 2006 2008 A Levels in Critical Thinking, Drama, Art & Design and Mathematics (B-D) High Pavement Sixth Form College, Nottingham. 2001 2006 12 GCSEs including English and Mathematics (A*-B) The Brunts High School, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire.

References - References available upon request.