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Nicole Pfizenmayer

Philadelphia

Summary

Diligent project manager with background in leading diverse project teams to successful outcomes. Managed multiple high-profile projects, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder satisfaction. Demonstrated capability in strategic planning and team coordination.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Creative Project Lead

Independence Blue Cross
01.2022 - Current
  • Lead end-to-end project management for over 300 creative campaigns annually, overseeing timelines, deliverables, and cross-functional coordination using tools like Adobe Workfront.
  • Manage creative projects including social media content, photo and video shoots, and event collateral ensuring alignment with brand strategy.
  • Act as liaison between internal teams including Social Media, Design, Copywriting, and Video Production to streamline workflows and meet production deadlines.
  • Produce and supervise video shoots, including location scouting, talent coordination, and logistics management.
  • Oversee production budgets and track expenses to ensure cost-effective execution.
  • Facilitate weekly stand-up meetings, providing clear updates on project status, deadlines, and production milestones.
  • Maintain detailed project documentation and production schedules to ensure transparency and accountability.
  • Demonstrate agility and proactive problem-solving in fast-paced, creative environments.
  • Collaborate with creative teams to foster innovative content ideas and execution.

Assistant Director of Institutional Events

Penn Medicine Development and Alumni Relations
10.2019 - 12.2021
  • Planned and managed over 30 high-profile events annually, coordinating venue, budget, guest list, catering, and production schedules.
  • Supported logistics for our department's largest bi-annual gala, the Basser Jean Bash, which included managing a guest list of over 1200 guests, tracking over 9 million dollars in donations, managing all contracts and vendor bid waivers, and working closely with the creative team on timelines and deliverables
  • Used the project management system, Easy Projects, to manage timelines and deliverables for event materials including invitations, signage, and programs.
  • Served as primary point of contact between creative services, communications, and digital media teams.
  • Developed and maintained detailed guidelines for event production and risk management.

Programs and Special Events Coordinator

Penn Medicine Development and Alumni Relations
09.2017 - 10.2019
  • Managed a large portfolio of institutional, departmental, and stewardship events and projects that supported Penn Medicine's organization goals and objectives.
  • Assisted with media relations, e-marketing, and social media for over 50 events.
  • Created communication materials and collaborated with leadership to define event objectives.
  • Provided exceptional on-site support during events, addressing any issues promptly and professionally.

Administrative Assistant

Penn Medicine Development and Alumni Relations
01.2017 - 09.2017
  • Assisted with the acknowledgment process for all donors of Penn Medicine.
  • Collaborated with creative services to create postcards and stewardship pieces.
  • Assisted with events registration and onsite staffing for Penn Medicine Donor and Faculty events.
  • Worked with the Research team to prepare confidential financial snapshots and event briefings.
  • Assisted with donor outreach, stewardship, and event follow-up for the Planned Giving team.

Public Relations & Web Content Intern

Philly2Night.com
05.2015 - 08.2015
  • Assisted with E-Marketing and social media for events.
  • Wrote articles for the website's daily blog.
  • Created written content for Instagram and Twitter accounts.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies

Bloomsburg University, College of Liberal Arts
Bloomsburg, PA
05.2016

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Content Production & Shoot Coordination
  • Cross-functional Team Collaboration
  • Production Budget Management
  • Creative Strategy & Brand Alignment
  • Event Planning & Logistics
  • Digital Marketing & Email Campaigns
  • Strong Written and Verbal Communication
  • Agile Problem Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Project Management Tools: Adobe Workfront, Easy Projects
  • SharePoint
  • Adobe Creative Suite

Portfolio & Profiles

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/npfizenmayer

Timeline

Creative Project Lead

Independence Blue Cross
01.2022 - Current

Assistant Director of Institutional Events

Penn Medicine Development and Alumni Relations
10.2019 - 12.2021

Programs and Special Events Coordinator

Penn Medicine Development and Alumni Relations
09.2017 - 10.2019

Administrative Assistant

Penn Medicine Development and Alumni Relations
01.2017 - 09.2017

Public Relations & Web Content Intern

Philly2Night.com
05.2015 - 08.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies

Bloomsburg University, College of Liberal Arts
Nicole Pfizenmayer