Katie Arp Resume
Katie Arp Resume

PROFILE
Currently enrolled as a full time student at Texas State University. I am in my senior year studying advertising and mass communication. I am seeking an opportunity as an event coordinator to gain additional work experience in event planning.

EXPERIENCE
Assistant Coordinator for Lively Events; New Braunfels, TX — January 2018 to Current
-Assist lead planner in coordinating rehearsals, walk-throughs, and weddings. I have gained knowledge in the wedding planning industry and know how to coordinate a wedding from start to finish.
-Responsible for social media and blog posts for the Lively Events website. This experience has given me a better understanding of how to promote a business.
-Assist in setting up and coordinating styled-shoots. I have expanded my creativity and knowledge of different styles and themes for weddings.
-Worked booth at San Antonio Wedding Fair and The Allen Farmhouse Open House. I greeted future brides and promoted Lively Events’ services. These experiences allowed me to network with various vendors and connect with clients.
-Learned the importance of establishing relationships with vendors as we all work together to create a referable experience.

Caterer for Pavlock’s Cafe and Catering; New Braunfels, TX — May 2016 to December 2017
-Cater a variety of events, on and off site. I have learned how to work with others in a group setting, as it takes a lot of different parts working together to pull off a successful event.
-Responsible for ensuring good customer service. The Pavlock’s taught me that good word of mouth will make or break a small business, and each interaction is important.
-I have been entrusted with running the cash register at the cafe and their seasonal Wurstfest food truck.

Child Care Provider for Ashley Risien; New Braunfels, TX — June 2014- February 2016
-General babysitting of three young girls on a regular basis.
-Accompanied the family on out of town vacation to serve as the caregiver to four children on the trip.
-Stayed overnight to watch the girls and took them to school the following morning.

Pool Attendant at Havenwood Neighborhood Pool; New Braunfels, TX — May 2014 to August 2014
-Pool attendance (residents had to sign in/sign out). I greeted people throughout the day to verify that they were residents, or guests of residents.
-Basic cleaning around the pool area. My responsibility was policing the area to make sure it was free of trash, that all the chairs and seating were in order, and that everything was working properly.
-Made sure residents were abiding by the pool rules and that everybody was safe.

Child Care Provider for Stacy Hebert; New Braunfels, TX — May 2013 to August 2013
-Worked 8am-3pm in employers home, Monday through Friday, as a caregiver to an eight month old.

EDUCATION
Texas State University- August 2015-present/ GPA 3.0
Austin Community College — August 2016- May 2017/ GPA 3.0
Graduated from New Braunfels Christian Academy in 2015- (National Honor Society, Business Professionals of America, Varsity Volleyball and Varsity Softball)

SKILLS
Detail oriented; organizational; ability to work well with others; personable; reliable; trustworthy; good time management; friendly; hard-working; coachable; quick learner; effective communication skills; strong leadership abilities

REFERENCES:

Halima Hanemann
Owner
Lively Events
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Blaize Hebert
Lead Coordinator
Lively Events
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Shelley Pavlock
Owner
Pavlock’s Cafe and Catering
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Dave Pavlock
Owner
Pavlock’s Cafe and Catering
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