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Click here or scroll down to respond to this candidateJ ERRE T AYLOR -F EENEY
Pembroke Pines, FL Street Address | PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLE | EMAIL AVAILABLE
MANAGER
Business Solutions | Event Management Leadership | Service Excellence
Accomplished event management professional with extensive experience providing the leadership and direction needed to
drive the achievement of key production-related goals and objectives. Skilled at managing the logistics and coordination of
large-scale productions, delivering results both on-time and within budget that exceed organizational expectations. Proven
strength building strong, long-term relationships with strategic business partners and stakeholders based on the effectiveness
of the leadership provided. Recognized for the ability to deliver impactful results while leading in fast-paced, dynamic business
environments.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Program Management Project Management Strategy & Execution
Human Resources Practices Event Management Budget Management
Stakeholder Communication Coordination & Logistics Staffing & Recruiting
Talent Management Strategic Alliances & Partnerships Business Relationships
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR (OWNER/FOUNDER/CASTING SPECIALIST) 2022 - Present
J. Feeney Inc., Fort Lauderdale FL
Lead and manage a successful independent contracting business specializing in casting singers, dancers, bands,
headliners, and specialty acts for three prominent cruise lines.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with cruise line representatives to understand their entertainment needs
and requirements.
Conduct extensive talent searches, auditions, and interviews to identify and recruit top performers for various
entertainment roles.
Negotiate contracts and agreements with performers, ensuring fair compensation and compliance with industry
standards.
Manage all aspects of the casting process, including scheduling, logistics, and coordination of auditions and
rehearsals.
Collaborate with creative teams and production staff to ensure the seamless integration of talent into entertainment
programs.
Demonstrate a keen eye for talent, selecting high-quality performers to enhance the entertainment offerings onboard
the cruise lines.
Provide ongoing support and guidance to performers throughout their contracts, fostering positive working
relationships and ensuring a successful entertainment experience for both talent and clients.
VOLUNTEER MANAGER 2018 - 2022
The Pantry of Broward, Fort Lauderdale FL
Recruited, engaged, and trained volunteers to be successful in their positions.
Reviewed volunteer applications, and determined acceptance.
Orientated new volunteers to increase their understanding of the organization, its service and their role.
Ensured that volunteers work in a safe, healthy, and supportive environment.
Prepared schedules and assignments for volunteers.
Oversaw and monitored the volunteer database: application forms, hours logs/records, and any other documents.
Assisted in planning and implementing formal and informal volunteer recognition activities.
Developed job descriptions for various volunteer positions.
PROJECT MANAGER 2017- 2018
Bombshell Productions, Fort Lauderdale FL
Serve as the sales manager with full responsibility for event sales and talent coordination, hiring and auditioning talent
to assemble high performing staff.
Completed a variety of activities including negotiating contracts, reviewing proposals and managing large budgets,
delivering results in line with budgetary constraints.
Candidate's Name Resume, Page 2
Professional Experience Continued
Delivered productions, managed from inception through to successful completion, that exceeded customer
expectations both on-time and within budget.
Managed the coordination and logistics required for the catering at each event.
PRODUCER 2008 - 2017
Sixth Star Entertainment and Marketing, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Managed all aspects of cruise ship production including the creative development of production shows, scheduling,
auditions, casting, hiring and the installation of productions on board all ships under contract.
Oversaw the choreographers, vocal directors and professional customers for all production shows and all installs.
Served as the direct liaison between the Director of Entertainment and Cruise Directors regarding production shows
and casts.
Successfully hired and managed all talent for land-based corporate events while leading the creative design of
proposals requested by clients and managing budgets, timelines and managing the orders of the corporate events.
PRODUCTION/CASTING SPECIALIST 2003 - 2008
Royal Caribbean Production Company, Hollywood, FL
Recruited to lead in terms of the hiring and casting of lead vocalists and dancers, placing an emphasis on decision-
making of cast based on style, range and technical ability required for each show or production.
Attended rehearsals, assisted in the preparation at auditions, reviewed audition videos and maintained open lines of
communication with cast members, choreographers and the vocal director.
Led in terms of human resources functions including negotiating salaries and contracts, forecasting and budget
management, visa requirements and making travel arrangements and accommodations.
Worked to determine the best talent and potential replacement cast members for each production and appointed the
vocal/dance captain for each production to ensure that the cast was focused and on script at all time.
Effectively managed a variety of issues, resolving problems in a timely manner during the casting and rehearsal to
minimize the impact on the overall production.
Served as the liaison between the Dance Captain and Vocal Captain to determine the progress of both cast members
and the trainers and directors.
Coordinated and managed multiple projects under aggressive deadlines without sacrificing the integrity of each
production.
Notable achievements while in the position included:
o Hired 600+ dancers and all featured production singers fleet-wide for 22 ships in the fleet, 53 production
shows, 35 welcome aboard shows, 39 theme events and 16 Royal Promenade parades.
o Successfully executed independent salary negotiations, driving goals achievement while coming in under
budget.
o Selected as the backup for the Casting Specialist for the dancers.
o Developed a reputation for the ability to prepare each show at the studio production company and
successfully transfer the process to each ship.
o Created and maintained strategic alliances with hundreds of domestic and international agents and key
centers of influence.
o Played a key role in the Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines receiving the Best Entertainment Award for 2
consecutive years.
PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT: Lead Singer/Dancer Royal Caribbean Production
EDUCATION
Studied Nursing Jacksonville State University
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