Deborah Auda Carrera

Experience

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  Azusa Pacific University

  Jan 2009 - May 2013

  Designed and created the properties for use in the university's plays, musicals, and student-led productions.Organized and managed the properties and a team of students. Tutored K-6th grade students individually in reading and writing.Engaged students in educational games.

  • Props Master

    Jun 2012 - May 2013

  • Reading & Writing Tutor

    Jan 2009 - May 2012
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  FLS International

  Jun 2011 - Aug 2011

  Activity Guide

  Assisted students with transition to America.Guide for students to various activities in the greater Los Angeles area.

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  TED Conferences

  Feb 2013 - Feb 2013

  Speaker Concierge Intern

  Personally assisted the needs of the Speaker Concierge, Priscilla Fazakas.Prepared speakers with essential conference information, including scheduling and events.Conducted back stage operations, escorting speakers to hair/make-up rooms, microphone checks, and directing them to the stage.Interacted with speakers, interns, and various TED employees to ensure smooth and organized production.

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  Fuhu Inc.

  Dec 2013 - Sept 2014

  Wings Specialist

  Created content for Wings, a comprehensive educational game for PreK-6 grade children.Ensured excellence of product as a member of the Quality Assurance team.

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  TED Conferences

  Dec 2013 - Dec 2013

  Events Operations Assistant

  Assisted with production of off-site events accompanying the main conference, including the opening gala and private lunches.

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  SpaceX

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2014

  Biosuit Model

  Modeled the Biosuit, constructed at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology at the direction of professor Dava Newman.

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  SpaceX

  May 2014 - May 2014

  Spacesuit Model

  Modeled several spacesuit prototypes to assist internal innovation and production.

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  Ace Hotel / Atelier Ace

  Sept 2014 - Feb 2017

  Reservations Agent

  Assisted individual guests with room reservations.Coordinated with the Sales Department for group reservations.Answered the general phone line and email for the hotel.Assisted the Reservations Manager with handling commission allotment, corporate rates, and billing issues.

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  TED Conferences

  Oct 2016 - Oct 2016

  Speaker Concierge

  Personally assisted the needs of Lead Speaker Concierge, Yolande Chang.Prepared speakers with essential conference information, including scheduling and events.Conducted back stage operations, escorting speakers to hair/make-up rooms, microphone checks, and directing them to the stage.

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  Ban.do

  Feb 2017 - Jul 2020

  Executive Assistant

  Manage the Chief Creative Officer's calendar and scheduling.Coordinate all travel and accommodations.Organize daily workflow and proactively keep the CCO on schedule with both short and long term projects.Prioritize and coordinate PR opportunities.Perform various administrative tasks such as drafting emails, filing, and copying.

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  U.S. Census Bureau

  Aug 2020 - Nov 2020

  US Census Enumerator
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  CORE (Community Organized Relief Effort)

  Nov 2020 - Jun 2021

  Program Associate

  Assist with operations of one of the largest testing and vaccination sites in the US, Dodger's Stadium.Create and manage appointments for the general public.Obtain all necessary personal and medical information and communicate any concerns or questions with clinician.Manage technical equipment (iPads, jetpacks, etc) to ensure smooth daily workflow and troubleshoot any technical needs.

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  Rad the Studio

  Jul 2021 - Apr 2022

  Project Manager

  Project management and administration during the execution of design projects, assisting creative director.Assist with sourcing, procurement, and scheduling (furniture, fixtures, & materials).Create and maintain excellent communication with our team members, vendors, and clients. Liaise between clients and our creative team. Development & maintenance of project management systems, schedules, and budgets.

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  Slack

  Apr 2022 - Mar 2023

  Strategic Events Project Manager

  Development and maintenance of project management processes, timelines, meeting cadence, and resources for multiple projects concurrently, including Dreamforce. Track progress and work cross-functionally with internal teams and vendors to support the program. Assist with post-event analytics and reporting. End-to-end management of onsite staffing, training, and execution.

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  Salesforce

  Mar 2023 - Feb 2024

  Strategic Events Project Manager

  Support content operations team execution of events, including Dreamforce. Provide tailored support for content owners and speakers, managing extensive communications and resources while ensuring development of premium sessions. Oversee onsite production of content spaces. Design and implement the chat moderation process to elevate attendee experience.

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  Vox Media

  Aug 2024 - now

  Project Manager

  Serve as operational anchor for client-funded campaigns across Vox Media's vast portfolio of brands, working cross-functionally with Sales, Design, Written, Social, and more teams to successfully execute programs from kickoff through delivery. Build timelines and manage the workflow of internal stakeholders to ensure smooth and timely launch of all production elements and campaign deliverables.