CHI DE JESUS
Sydney
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative Director & Event Writer
MONSTERMINDS CREATIVE SERVICES
Sydney
01.2017 - Current
- Managed end-to-end event coordination from concept development to execution
- Developed creative proposals, including cost estimates, and presented them to clients
- Conducted site inspections and comparative studies to align with event objectives
- Negotiated with suppliers and hired event-specific manpower
- Drafted essential event documents including program flows, scripts, and run sheets
- Supervised event proceedings from setup to conclusion and conducted post-event evaluations
Contributing Writer
THE AUSTRALIAN FILIPINA
Sydney
01.2020 - Current
- Researched and authored articles aligned with the magazine's values and the Filipino-Australian community
- Supported the Editor-In-Chief by editing and publishing weekly issues via Master Publisher
- Produced scripts, managed interview schedules, and coordinated video production for online content
Managing Partner/Event Director
SAGA EVENTS INC.
01.2007 - 04.2018
- Oversaw daily company operations, manpower delegation, recruitment, and performance reviews
- Managed and directed events (contributed ideas and creative direction from concept to execution)
- Managed accounts from initial briefing to final execution (concerts, life events, fairs and outdoor cinema)
HR, Finance & Administrative Consultant
WE LOVE VIDEOS MANILA INC. / TEN88 DIGITAL SOLUTIONS INC.
04.2015 - 04.2018
- Oversaw daily company operations, manpower delegation, recruitment, and performance reviews
- Led the HR, Finance, and Administration teams, providing strategic guidance and employee development
- Contributed to the company's success in winning international awards for video production services
Program Manager
QTV POWERED BY GMA NETWORK
04.2003 - 06.2006
- Managed the creation and budgeting of TV programs across various formats
- Proposed casting, negotiated with suppliers, and supervised program execution to meet airing requirements
- Conducted ratings analysis and made strategic adjustments to optimise content delivery
Associate Producer
MTV SOUTHEAST ASIA & PHILIPPINES
02.2001 - 04.2003
- Produced and scripted high-profile shows including the MTV VJ Hunt and MTV Pilipinas Awards
- Coordinated with international teams for editing and graphic design, ensuring high production standards
Executive Producer
CREATIVE PROGRAMS INCORPORATED (CPI) POWERED BY ABS-CBN
05.1999 - 02.2001
- Conceptualised and managed the production of original content for The Lifestyle Network
- Developed successful programs such as 'Cinematalk' and 'Persona,' enhancing the channel's profile
Timeline
Contributing Writer - THE AUSTRALIAN FILIPINA
01.2020 - Current
Creative Director & Event Writer - MONSTERMINDS CREATIVE SERVICES
01.2017 - Current
HR, Finance & Administrative Consultant - WE LOVE VIDEOS MANILA INC. / TEN88 DIGITAL SOLUTIONS INC.
04.2015 - 04.2018
Managing Partner/Event Director - SAGA EVENTS INC.
01.2007 - 04.2018
Program Manager - QTV POWERED BY GMA NETWORK
04.2003 - 06.2006
Associate Producer - MTV SOUTHEAST ASIA & PHILIPPINES
02.2001 - 04.2003
Executive Producer - CREATIVE PROGRAMS INCORPORATED (CPI) POWERED BY ABS-CBN
05.1999 - 02.2001