Tex Tecson

Experience

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  Runway Productions

  Aug 2008 - Jun 2014

  • Show conceptualization, direction and organization• Stage direction, choreography and scenography• Working as part of an account team to develop client proposals and present the company services• Preparing regular client reports and attending client meetings• Dealing with suppliers and ensuring full technical coordination and completion• Event and production management• Client servicing • Talent coordination and management• Responsible in preparing models files and list for the directors and clients• Documenting model bookings, changes and conflicts for each season• Addressing model conflicts and making necessary solution• Quality control / Ensuring that the standards are met of the for each season• In charge of coordinating logistics for important model activities for Philippine Fashion Week • Assisted the model relations head in talent coordination and management• Prepared necessary model files for directors, account managers and clients• Assisted in model activities such as castings, fittings and show proper

  • Creative Services Manager

    Apr 2011 - Jun 2014

  • Talent Relations and Event Staffing Coordinator

    Apr 2009 - Mar 2011

  • Model Relations Associate - Internship

    Aug 2008 - Mar 2009
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  Philippine Fashion Week

  Sept 2014 - Oct 2014

  Creative Consultant
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  The Buff Baker

  Nov 2014 - Mar 2015

  Owner

  - Creating new recipes and product development- Marketing, operations and social media management- Logistics and Delivery

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  Eventscape Manila

  Apr 2015 - Mar 2016

  Senior Creative Strategic Officer

  • Conceptualized, wrote and produced creative bids and marketing presentations for major clients like Nestle, VISA, Unilever, Globe, The SM Store and Levi's• Creative Writing (AVP storyboards, script writing, copywriting, concept writing)• Creative art direction for key visuals, storyboards, posters, graphics and marketing collaterals that were then manufactured into posters, billboards, OOH executions and multiple branding outputs.

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  OneTectonica Events

  Mar 2016 - Mar 2022

  Head of Creatives and Experiential Projects

  • I launched, conceptualized, strategized and provided overall direction with high quality standards for almost 30 different brands with multiple executions. Produced more than 30 corporate events, 10+ fashion shows, 4 out of town events, close to 20 media and lifestyle events, multiple activations and 3 specialized outdoor events and an international event in a span of 6 years• Led a team throughout the project life cycle that serviced major brands like Carolina Herrera, Versace, Tumi, McDonald’s, Uber, Mastercard, Ray-Ban, JBL, Asus and Levi’s. Ensured all client requirements are met, accomplished and executed within given respective budget and timelines.• Recognized and awarded by 2 major award giving bodies (Quill and Golden Anvil) in the Philippines for our event “Aqua Y Carnevale” with Megaworld as the best event in 2018. Dubbed as the “first ever carnival concept execution on water in the Philippines”.• Management of internal cash flow and finances: prepared & submitted finance documents for documentation and filing Show less

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  Stitched Holdings Inc

  Jun 2022 - May 2023

  Brand and Marketing Lead

  Tasked to produce marketing plans and executions to easily communicate thedifferent brands of the company: Bellucci, Gillardini, Canuti and Canuti Luxury todifferent clients in a B2B setup.• Led the creative outputs for collaterals such as catalogues, social media postings andphotoshoots• Creating connections with new and existing clients by informing them of the differentproducts lines of the company including stock programs, seasonal items and offeringthem personalized deals for client retention and interest Show less

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  The Gatsby Mansion

  Jun 2023 - Dec 2023

  Event Manager

  Contacting, booking, and following up with all guest inquiries regarding special events and functions.Builds sales opportunities by pursuing new business through community outreach and cold calls.Confirms and communicates event details with all management (Front and Back of House)Manage, maintain, and develop contact list for future event considerationsEnsure sound financial management by consulting on annual budgets and revenue projections.Prepare contracts for all outside contractors and vendors.Review and verify contractors’ payment informationBuild and manage event schedules and ensure all deadlines are metSupervising and directing full time and event specific venue staffEnsure that staff establish and maintain positive working relationships with clients, as well as a positive working relationship within the communityAttend organizational meetings and events, contribute to Gatsby Mansion social media, and participate in organizational planning and program evaluationsUnderstands seasonal and local business trends and creates opportunities based on these trends Show less

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  Epiphany Blue

  Apr 2024 - now

  Event Planner

  • Conceptualization, planning, and execution of client and company events.• Booking and liaising with event venues and virtual/hybrid/in-person event platforms and software.• Procuring with vendors, exhibitors, and stakeholders during the event planning process to ensure seamlessexecution.• Development and management of event planning timelines to ensure tasks are executed by or before deadline.• Creation and facilitation of event budget, plan, agenda, run of show, and production schedule.• Managing event planning and execution teams.• Booking and coordinating event entertainment, including music, performers, and guest speakers.• Planning and leading planning meetings with clients, event team, vendors, and stakeholders.• Assessing event data, prepare reports, and conduct post-conference meetings. Show less