James Pickering
Balmain
Summary
Experienced event manager and artist passionate about the Eora and wider Australian music scene. Interested in music history and it's social impacts. Excited to work with professionals within my field and learn
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Co-Founder and Director
BOYSWHOCRY
02.2022 - Current
- Founder and co-director of event management small business, along with three others. We organise and put on local and out of state music events with an emphasis on building community.
- Oversaw budgets and negotiating with event stakeholders to ensure cost-effective execution and profitability.
- Cultivated a safe working environment through workplace safety practises such as hiring event safety officers, along with other necessary resources.
- Implemented innovative marketing strategies such as social media campaigns and print advertising.
- Innovative event themes and designs to create memorable experiences for attendees.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning to ensure smooth operations.
- Established relationships with industry professionals for future collaborations.
- Complied with ethical standards such as obtaining permission to use native land from local Indigenous communities.
Barback
Swillhouse
12.2023 - Current
- Restructured bar layout and successfully communicated suggestions to team members to better efficiencies.
- Assisting managers with training new hires.
- Readily assisting bartenders with day-to-day operations.
- Effectively multitasking under high-pressure situations during peak business hours.
Delivery Rider
MILKRUN
11.2021 - 02.2023
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring timely completion of tasks and maintaining clear communication.
- Managed customer inquiries and complaints.
Runner/Barback
UTS Rowing Club
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Completed orders in assisting restaurant and bar staff
Education
Bachelor of Music - Music Production And Event Management
Macquaire University
Sydney, NSW12-2024
High School Diploma -
Newington
Sydney, NSW12-2020
Skills
- Multitasking in stressful environments
- Communication within a team
- Marketing and Promotional experience
Accomplishments
I've ran events for 3 years at notable venues such as Chinese Laundry, Metro Theatre, The Oxford Art Factory, The Burdekin Hotel and many more along with preforming at festivals such as Dragon Dreaming and Subsonic. Recently I've begun operating my own independent record label, 'Heartcore,' which aims to uplift and platform independent Australian artists and producers outside of the commercial club scene.
Certification
Responsible Service of Alcohol Certificate
Responsible Conduct of Gambling Licence
NSW Construction Induction White Card
Timeline
Barback
Swillhouse
12.2023 - Current
Runner/Barback
UTS Rowing Club
01.2023 - 10.2023
Co-Founder and Director
BOYSWHOCRY
02.2022 - Current
Delivery Rider
MILKRUN
11.2021 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Music - Music Production And Event Management
Macquaire University
High School Diploma -
Newington
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