Mary Souhlas
Docklands,VIC
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Innovative and experienced individual with expertise in project management and creative problem-solving. Skilled in project coordination, film crew management and innovative solution development. Committed to creating engaging and meaningful content for viewers.
- Multi-tasking Manager well-known for creating positive workplace culture and high-performing teams. Demonstrated [Product or Service] expertise, including competitive offerings, pricing and market positioning.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Director
Hobsons Bay Music Academy
Melbourne, Victoria
05.2013 - 01.2023
- Optimized operational processes using analytics tools to address client-specific metrics.
- Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
- Established departmental performance goals and provided feedback for underperforming areas.
- Found appropriate stories and ideas for programming to engage target audiences and hook advertisers.
- Evaluated scripts to identify creative strategies and resource needs.
- Collaborated with network executives to define and propel organization's mission and vision.
- Assisted with sales and marketing strategies to foster achievement of revenue goals.
- Formed strategic partnerships and connected with potential clients to drive business development.
- Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
- Crafted plan for breaking news events and trained and prepared entire staff on how to handle such scenarios.
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Identified and approved equipment and elements required for productions.
- Reviewed scripts and made changes to improve wording, flow or interest levels, consistently producing highly successful shows.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
- Managed daily operations while overseeing multiple locations to foster increased productivity.
- Developed project budgets and managed production costs.
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Oversaw supply chain functions to verify inventory levels and budget adherence.
- Devised and implemented strategies to create new revenue streams and cut operational costs.
- Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
- Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-driven company culture to lead industry innovations.
- Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
- Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
Occupational Therapist
Private Practice
02.2001 - 06.2016
- Consulted with direct-care staff to implement best methods to achieve therapy goals.
- Adapted environments by making changes to patient homes, workplaces and school environments to promote safety, independence and participation.
- Provided clinical services to clients with various physical, mental and emotional impairments.
- Developed work-hardening programs to prepare patients for safe returns to work.
- Customized standard plans to meet individual abilities and needs.
- Provided hand therapy to improve patient's ability to use hands and arms after injury or surgery.
- Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
- Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Provided education to empower patients and families to understand conditions, treatments and treatment options for managing symptoms.
- Evaluated patient conditions, histories, and goals.
- Determined best treatment plans to meet objectives for school, work, and home life.
- Helped patients with cognitive and mental health conditions to improve ability to think, learn and memorize.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Education
Master Of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
La Trobe University
Melbourne, VIC05.2008
Associate Music Teaching Diploma - Music Education
Australian Music Examination Board
Melbourne, VIC05.2000
Bachelor Of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
La Trobe University
Melbourne, VIC05.1996
Skills
- People Management
- Organizational Development
- Issue Resolution
- Company Guidelines
- Story Pitching
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Cast and Crew Supervision
- Innovation and Creativity
- Task Delegation
- Recruiting and Hiring
- Hiring and Retention
- Capital Spending
- Fundraising Events
- External and Public Relations
- Strategic Planning
- Develop Story Ideas
- Workshop Scripts
- Coordinate Projects
- Budgetary Controls
- Research Information Sourcing
- Rehearsal Review
- Plan Schedule
- News Stories Writing
- Education Programming
- Studio Scheduling
- New Program Development
- Manage Rehearsals
- Coordinate Schedules
- Marketing Activities Management
- Manage Personnel
- Networking
- Negotiation
Languages
Greek
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Managing Director
Hobsons Bay Music Academy
05.2013 - 01.2023
Occupational Therapist
Private Practice
02.2001 - 06.2016
Master Of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
La Trobe University
Associate Music Teaching Diploma - Music Education
Australian Music Examination Board
Bachelor Of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
La Trobe University
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