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Megan Tearrell

Summary

I am a highly motivated individual who builds positive relationships with co-workers and clients in a climate of recognition through calm communication and an individualised approach to working with others. I am organised, creative, meticulous and am able to work to deadlines. I have personal and professional experience of working with people who are neurodivergent.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Event Management

Self-Employed
Southend-on-Sea
2011.01 - 2026.04
  • Assisted with event and logistical management before, during, and after production.
  • Supported organisers in pre-production promotion planning and venue staging.
  • Provided technical support, talent management, and VIP assistance.
  • Managed event budgets effectively.
  • Managed front-of-house and attendee support during events.
  • Managed live events, including comedy, music, charity nights, and karaoke.
  • Coordinated specialist seasonal experiences, overseeing logistics from start to finish; recruited, trained and managed staff.
  • Wedding planning by conceptualising, planning, and researching according to couples’ budgets, alongside managing pre-wedding setup and logistical support on the day.
  • Collaborated with Caddies Comedy Club, The Laughter Academy, Joker Comedy Club, and Pin Drop Sessions.
  • Volunteered with Leigh Art Trail, Leigh Folk Festival, Southend Pride & Southend 48hr Improvathon.

Personal Administrative Assistant

Self-Employed
2024.01 - 2026.04

I have worked with Business Consultants, Holiday Package Co-Ordinators, Personal Development Training Providers, Social Media Influencers, Small Business Owners, Independent Restaurants and Comedians.

  • Facilitated communication through email, messenger, and phone systems.
  • Managed calendars, organised reminders, and scheduled appointments.
  • Aided in grant applications and business processes for licenses and certificates.
  • Helped create and manage business websites and publicity for special events.
  • Developed filing and billing systems to streamline administrative tasks.
  • Conducted research and wrote reports as required.
  • Created and edited risk assessments and promotional materials.
  • Performed stock takes and prepared inventory reports.
  • Addressed client requests, including professional and personal errands.

Company Manager

The Drama School Leigh
2016.08 - 2018.03
  • Coordinated marketing, financ,e programme leadership and event management strategies for summer and term time classes, focusing on inclusivity and effective engagement for children aged 7 to 11 years.

Publicity and Marketing Intern

Secondary School & Sixth Form
2014.05 - 2015.03
  • PA to the Publicity and Marketing Manager
  • Liaising with clients and staff in order to effectively develop and organise internal events, international programmes.
  • Creating documents to organise internal events and managing external event lettings.
  • Leading internal events (creating documents and contacting local dignitaries for support with projects).
  • Costing events and creating reports for the Manager in line with financial procedures.

Events Assistant to the Publicity Officer

Secondary School & Sixth Form
2012.06 - 2014.08
  • Assisted publicity manager with six-week summer school programme by supporting delivery of various art and sport activities.
  • Contributed to international student exchange programmes by creating and facilitating tailored workshops for enhanced arts GCSE students.
  • Participated in organising events such as proms, graduations, vintage family fun days, careers fairs, sports awards evenings, dance and music shows, headteachers’ conferences, and staff award events.

Education

B.A (Hons) - Events Management

University of Greenwich
2011.01 - 2014.01

Diploma - Event Management

ICM Fitzwilliam Institute
2011.01 -

A Levels - English, Music & Textiles

Skills

  • Leadership experience
  • Customer service
  • Ability to delegate, prioritise & multitask
  • Work to deadlines & budgets
  • Creative
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Diplomatic communication
  • Basic First Aid
  • Microsoft office suite proficiency

Certification

  • Executive PA Course - Souters
  • Fundamentals of Project Management - Knowledge Train
  • First Aid at Work – Retrained Jan 2022 & First trained 2012
  • Using Canva to create content
  • Understanding and Developing a Marketing Strategy

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Personal Administrative Assistant

Self-Employed
2024.01 - 2026.04

Company Manager

The Drama School Leigh
2016.08 - 2018.03

Publicity and Marketing Intern

Secondary School & Sixth Form
2014.05 - 2015.03

Events Assistant to the Publicity Officer

Secondary School & Sixth Form
2012.06 - 2014.08

B.A (Hons) - Events Management

University of Greenwich
2011.01 - 2014.01

Diploma - Event Management

ICM Fitzwilliam Institute
2011.01 -

Event Management

Self-Employed
2011.01 - 2026.04

A Levels - English, Music & Textiles

Megan Tearrell