DeeDee Illsley
London,United Kingdom
Summary
Experienced professional with focus on providing high-level administrative support and streamlining office operations. Skilled in managing complex schedules, coordinating travel arrangements, and enhancing productivity through effective organisation and communication. Committed to maintaining confidentiality and delivering exceptional service in fast-paced environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Assistant Manager (Part-Time)
In The Wild Music
London
03.2025 - Current
- Contributor to management team for distinguished DJ.
- Manage dairy organisation within UK and abroad.
- Enhance inbox management to maintain clear and concise communication
- Organised logistics for international tours, ensuring seamless travel arrangements.
- Coordinate with external teams, ensuring smooth communication and efficient project execution.
Manager of Sales & Logistics
Standard Songs, London
London
12.2024 - 08.2025
- Oversee daily operations, liaising with HNW clients in a discreet and professional manner.
- Developed robust client relationships for improved business growth.
- Devised successful sales pitches for significant conversion rates.
- Conducted detailed market analysis to identify new opportunities.
Artist Manager & Office Administrator
Stray Music, London
London
03.2021 - 09.2024
- Lead in operations and strategy for three artists (folk, soul & country).
- Lead campaign rollouts: PR, social media, radio and live events.
- Built industry partnerships, liaised with external parties and managed logistics.
- Streamlined communication between artists, record labels, and promotional teams.
- Balanced budgets, ensured financial stability for artists.
- Boosted artist morale with regular positive feedback and constructive criticism.
- Monitored market trends, adapted strategies accordingly.
- Handled diary management for smooth-running administration processes.
Sales Administration Support
cazenove+loyd, London
London
11.2022 - 02.2024
- Crafted luxury travel itineraries for HNWI, provided support to marketing, accounts and product teams.
PA & Administrator
CHEERIO Publishing, London
London
04.2022 - 11.2022
- 6 months cover. Supported highly regarded literary agent with administrative tasks, accounting, marketing of the business and daily operations.
PA & EA to CEO, Music Coordinator
Key4Life, London
London
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Provided CEO level support across all areas of the charity; event planning, diary coordination, trustee papers, organising rehabilitation programmes additionally using initiative in creating music events.
- Streamlined office processes to increase efficiency.
- Coordinated travel arrangements, resulting in smooth business trips.
- Participated in team meetings for insightful contributions and idea generation.
- Managed complex diaries, ensuring seamless executive schedules.
Education
BA - English Literature & Creative Writing
North Eastern University
09.2017 - 09.2020
A-Levels - English Literature, Philosophy, Business and Art
Bryanston School
09.2011 - 09.2016
Skills
- Organised
- Personable
- Culturally Plugged-in
- Discreet
- Proactive initiative taker
- Reliable follow-through
- Communication excellence
- Administrative efficiency
- Travel arrangement
- Bookkeeping basics
- Event coordination
- Empathetic listening
- Diary coordination
- Advanced Microsoft Office
- Computer literacy
- Google Suite
- Canva
- Full UK Drivers License
Certification
- Point Blank School - Music Industry Diploma (2021-07 - 2021-04)
- SMART (Stress Management and Resiliency Training) 2021 – Learned practical techniques to reduce the impact of stress.
- Music Business Fundamentals – School of Music Business 2020 – Gained insights into the workings of the modern music industry.
- Dicey Conference – Oxford University 2016 – Debated issues around personal responsibility and the role of the state.
Timeline
Assistant Manager (Part-Time)
In The Wild Music
03.2025 - Current
Manager of Sales & Logistics
Standard Songs, London
12.2024 - 08.2025
Sales Administration Support
cazenove+loyd, London
11.2022 - 02.2024
PA & Administrator
CHEERIO Publishing, London
04.2022 - 11.2022
Artist Manager & Office Administrator
Stray Music, London
03.2021 - 09.2024
PA & EA to CEO, Music Coordinator
Key4Life, London
10.2020 - 10.2021
BA - English Literature & Creative Writing
North Eastern University
09.2017 - 09.2020
A-Levels - English Literature, Philosophy, Business and Art
Bryanston School
09.2011 - 09.2016
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