Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure Directors position to be a part of long term vision of building the Gold Coast into a world class destination. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO Director
One World Entertainment Pty Ltd
03.2017 - Current
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Education
High School Diploma -
Aquinas College
Southport, QLD
12.1976
Skills
1978 - 1982 : Trainee Hotel manager with President Hotels learning all facets of the Hotel Industry at The Broadbeach International Hotel on Gold Coast, Crest International Hotel Brisbane and Townsville International Hotel learning all facets of the major hotel trade from reception, bar service, stocktaking and management through to kitchen and food preparation to 5 star restaurant service finalising my last year manager of General Jackson's night club at Brisbane's Crest Hotel under Mr Harvey Lister and Rod Pilbeam
1982 - 83 : Assistant Manager Mona Vale Hotel (whilst playing Rugby for Warringah Rats RUC overseeing all aspects of the hotel from ordering, staff rostering, bar management and helping to book the bands that played in the hotels band room
1983 - 84 : Manager Licensee of the Rose bay Hotel in Sydney (whilst working under Tooth's Brewery managed Hotels)
1984 - 86 : Managed and booked Sydney's largest music venue Selina's at Coogee Bay Hotel, booking the biggest bands in the country from The Angels, Midnight Oil, Hunters & Collectors, Jimmy Barnes, Nick Cave and where I meet the band Divinyls in 1986, who I then managed for 11 years taking them to #1 globally with their single 'I Touch Myself' - creating a co management deal in 1991 with Madonna's manager Mr Freddie De Mann
1995 - 2000 -: Created International Touring Company and started promoting major artists such as Barry Manilow, Culture Club, Belinda Carlisle, Deep Purple, Status Quo, Bryan Ferry and many others I 2000 I also produced the Farewell tour of KISS, with it's final concert at Carrara Stadium on the Gold Coast with Alice Cooper and Screaming Jets
2000 - 2017 : On selling ITC to Abigroup, I commenced Andrew McManus Presents building the company at it's peak in 2012 with a turnover of $40Million, 19 staff and 3rd biggest promoter in Australasia Promoting Fleetwood Mac, The Who, KISS / Motley Crue, Def Leppard, Diana Ross, Kelly Clarkson, Chris Isaak, Kenny Rodgers, Andrea Bocelli, David Byrne, Stevie Nicks, Meatloaf , Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, Blondie, Simple Minds, Peter Frampton and many morewhilst building the brand, taking front row during the VRC Melbourne Cup on Millionaire's row in the Bird Cage for 5 years (The marquee to be seen in) and a highlight was KISS Symphony at the then Telstra Dome with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (all wearing KISS makeup)
2027 - today : One World Entertainment was formed with business partner Melanie Holloway who we ran Ragamuffin Music Festival , Under the Southern Stars (Southport Sharks, Broadwater Park Lands) KISS at CBUS Stadium and recently The World is a Vampire festival featuring The Smashing Pumpkins and Jane's Addiction - again at Broadwater Parkland's) IL DIVO at HOTA in it's first seated and ticketed event, along with numerous artists at Jupiter's / The Star show room including Boyzone, America, Jerry Lewis, Air Supply, Human Leagueand just recently Don McLean playing 4 shows at Twin Towns this past Easter