Rachael Graham is seeking a full-time position as an event and wedding planner. She has over 5 years of experience in event planning, including internships setting up corporate events and weddings, and working as a rental specialist. She is certified in event and wedding planning and has a diploma in tourism, hospitality, and event management. Rachael has planned various personal events and has skills in project leadership, communication, organization and attention to detail.

1. Rachael Graham
161 Riverside Drive  Toronto, Ontario. M6s4a8  Phone: (416) 902-1474  E-Mail: rachaelgraham@rogers.com
Objective
As a certified event and wedding planner I am looking to secure a full time position. By utilizing my skills in planning,
leadership, creativity and organization.
Experience
 Intern at Décor with Grandeur Dates: January 2015- May 2015
 While interning I set up a variety of corporate events including: The Bricks Award Gala and Dinner.
 Set up weddings on my own which included table settings, centerpieces and full 3D 30ft backdrops
 I created their inventory spread sheets using excel, as well as sent out proposals to many different clients.
 I worked on a variety of floral arrangements and used my creativity to create different centerpieces.
 Rental Specialist at RnR Staging Inc. Dates: 2009- Current (Part-Time)
 Office administration, creating work orders, working with clients and helping clients make their vision a reality
 On site work including set ups and take downs for: The Auto Show, The Grocery Show, The Rogers Center, The
MTCC, TIFF and many more.
 Instructor at Pedalheads bike camp Dates: May 2013-August 2013 & May 2014- August 2014
 Taught children between the ages of 3-12 to ride bikes
 Taught road safety
 Organized bike trips
 Created new and exciting games to teach children about biking
 Created day to day lesson plans
 Event Planning (Various)
 For the past few years I have been planning my own events as a freelancer, some of which include:
 New years 2014 (Backdrop, photo booth, lighting, décor)
 A Halloween extravaganza (Décor, lighting, food, drinks, theme)
 Plan and decorate an annual anniversary party as well as their New Years. (2014-2015)
 Birthday Parties (2013-current)
Education
 QC Event and Wedding Planning- Certified Dates: 2014-2015
 Tourism Hospitality and Event Management- Humber College Dates: 2013-Current (1 Course)
 Design Foundation- Humber College Dates: (2012)
 Psychology- York University Dates: (2011-2012)

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 Acquired OSSD from Humber College Institute
Skills
 Project Leadership
 High level of confidence in dealing with issues directly and professionally
 Effective Communication and writing skills
 Hard worker, self motivated, high energy
 Work maintaining with teams
 Punctual
 Organizational skills
 Attention to detail
Volunteer Work
 Managed the men’s senior football team- Humberside Collegiate Institute Dates: 2010-2011
 Organized paperwork, handled money and helped with practices
 Sales representative- Humberside Collegiate and at local bike races Dates: 2009-2010
 Sold merchandise and handled money
 Volunteered at the Don Rowing Club Annual Fundraiser Dates: 2009-2010
 Prepared and served lunch
 Volunteered at the afterschool program at Swansea Public School Dates: 2007-2008
 Worked and played with children
E- Portfolio:
Instagram account: Rachael_g93eventandweddings

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 References available upon request