JC O�Connell
JC O’Connell
12047 Emelita Street, Unit D
Valley Village, CA 91607
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Executive Assistant with 20 years of experience reporting directly to corporate executives, creating fluid and energetic professional partnerships. Excellent knowledge of operational policies and procedures combined with strengths in independent strategic thinking, time management requiring appropriate directive decisions, and the balance of divergent requirements in a fast-paced, demanding environment. Acknowledged success in achieving best business practices while positively shaping tactical professional relationships and communications.
Professional Experience
NBCUniversal – Universal City, CA 2000 – 2020
Executive Assistant to Senior Vice President of Governmental Affairs
Responsible for day-to-day support of the Governmental Affairs Department.
• Coordinated Plant Tours of the Studio and accompanied visiting dignitaries and public officials for these visits. Interfaced with Secret Service, the Highway Patrol and other security officers to ensure the safety of the officials.
• Evaluated monetary and in-kind charitable contributions requests. Transmitted donations and seated events.
• Gathered pertinent data and prepared Corporate Political Contributions at the State and Local Level.
• Worked with Congressional Liaisons and production executives to resolve immigration and visa issues for talent on Universal films or television projects.
• Assisted in preparation of political contribution budget and worked closely with company attorneys and lobbyists.
• Prepared quarterly reports at the State and Local level for regulatory filings.
• Planned and executed private screenings and receptions for elected officials.
• Interfaced with local consulate offices and fulfilled their requests for Studio and Theme Park visits. I worked closely with our in-house attorneys to ensure that all requests were in compliance with established gift rules.
• Maintained SVP’s calendar, made travel arrangements, prepared expense reports.
• Monitored and and made recommendations for departmental budget.
• Ordered office supplies and maintained office equipment.
• Handled all incoming phone calls and assisted callers as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Arts, with Honors / Double Major – Speech and Public Relations
University of South Florida – Tampa, FL
Technical Skills
Microsoft Outlook, Word for Windows, Excel
Community Outreach
Audio Describer for blind & low vision patrons for live stage shows.
Distinguished Toastmaster in Toastmasters International.
Member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks.
Voting Member of the Television Academy.
JC O’Connell
12047 Emelita Street, Unit D
Valley Village, CA 91607
Cell Phone: ------------
------------
Executive Assistant with 20 years of experience reporting directly to corporate executives, creating fluid and energetic professional partnerships. Excellent knowledge of operational policies and procedures combined with strengths in independent strategic thinking, time management requiring appropriate directive decisions, and the balance of divergent requirements in a fast-paced, demanding environment. Acknowledged success in achieving best business practices while positively shaping tactical professional relationships and communications.
Professional Experience
NBCUniversal – Universal City, CA 2000 – 2020
Executive Assistant to Senior Vice President of Governmental Affairs
Responsible for day-to-day support of the Governmental Affairs Department.
• Coordinated Plant Tours of the Studio and accompanied visiting dignitaries and public officials for these visits. Interfaced with Secret Service, the Highway Patrol and other security officers to ensure the safety of the officials.
• Evaluated monetary and in-kind charitable contributions requests. Transmitted donations and seated events.
• Gathered pertinent data and prepared Corporate Political Contributions at the State and Local Level.
• Worked with Congressional Liaisons and production executives to resolve immigration and visa issues for talent on Universal films or television projects.
• Assisted in preparation of political contribution budget and worked closely with company attorneys and lobbyists.
• Prepared quarterly reports at the State and Local level for regulatory filings.
• Planned and executed private screenings and receptions for elected officials.
• Interfaced with local consulate offices and fulfilled their requests for Studio and Theme Park visits. I worked closely with our in-house attorneys to ensure that all requests were in compliance with established gift rules.
• Maintained SVP’s calendar, made travel arrangements, prepared expense reports.
• Monitored and and made recommendations for departmental budget.
• Ordered office supplies and maintained office equipment.
• Handled all incoming phone calls and assisted callers as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Arts, with Honors / Double Major – Speech and Public Relations
University of South Florida – Tampa, FL
Technical Skills
Microsoft Outlook, Word for Windows, Excel
Community Outreach
Audio Describer for blind & low vision patrons for live stage shows.
Distinguished Toastmaster in Toastmasters International.
Member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks.
Voting Member of the Television Academy.