Rebekah Hughston
@rebekahhughston
Event Manager & Producer specializing in impactful community engagement.
What I'm looking for
As an experienced Event Manager and Producer, I specialize in designing, organizing, and executing dynamic virtual and live events. My focus is on community engagement, efficient volunteer coordination, and impactful training programs. I thrive in environments where I can bring people together and create memorable experiences that foster connection and learning.
In my current role as a Training and Events Coordinator, I manage budgets, contract speakers, and oversee communication with registrants. My previous experience as a Community Events Coordinator allowed me to coordinate interdepartmental events and engage with community organizations, enhancing my skills in logistics coordination and audience engagement. I am passionate about creating events that not only meet organizational goals but also resonate with participants.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Training and Events Coordinator
Center for Health and Learning
Feb 2022 - Present (3 years 4 months)
Created and managed training and event budgets, including contracting speakers and overseeing online registration and communication with registrants. Coordinated logistics for site-based training and events, including securing accommodations and transportation for speakers. Collaborated with operations staff to maintain training databases and arranged for the reproduction and delivery of supportin
Corporate Receptionist
Horizon House Inc.
Jun 2017 - Present (8 years)
Provided reception and general clerical office support for behavioral health programs. Triaged and coordinated communication between the ACT team and participants. Communicated answers to questions for participants, families, community resources, and agencies, and worked to relieve urgent situations or temporarily manage crises.
Front Desk Associate/PBX Operator
Embassy Suites Philadelphia Airport
Aug 2015 - Present (9 years 10 months)
Processed guest check-ins and check-outs, including resolving late and disputed charges. Answered, recorded, and processed all guest calls, messages, requests, questions, or concerns. Ran daily reports, identified special requests, and completed designated cashier and closing reports.
Shop Management Apprentice
Walnut Street Theatre
Dec 2014 - Present (10 years 6 months)
Assisted with payroll, purchasing, and managing budgets using Excel. Answered phone calls, and handled shipping and receiving. Maintained inventory for the shop and office, and performed general office management tasks such as faxing, filing, and processing purchase orders and invoices.
General Manager
Plays and Players
Aug 2014 - Present (10 years 10 months)
Processed payroll, cast/crew reimbursement, and managed the Box Office using Ovation Ticketing. Served as Front of House Manager and liaison between production and venue staff. Handled A/R and A/P, bank deposits, processed new employees, and monitored and reviewed insurance policies.
Office Manager
Frankel Green Theatrical Management/STOMP Tour
Jul 2009 - Present (15 years 11 months)
Processed Worker’s Compensation Claims and reconciled reimbursements for cast and crew physical therapy. Arranged travel and lodging accommodations for cast and crew. Received shipments, processed necessary paperwork, and tracked and ordered office supply inventory.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Brooklyn College
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Technical Theatre/Arts Management
Studied Technical Theatre and Arts Management. Gained knowledge in various aspects of theatre production and management.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Interested in hiring Rebekah?
You can contact Rebekah and 90k+ other talented remote workers on Himalayas.
Message RebekahFind your dream job
Sign up now and join over 85,000 remote workers who receive personalized job alerts, curated job matches, and more for free!
