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Reiss Wealls

Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Summary

Along with excellent organisation skills, I am passionate about the music and events industries and have an eye for detail. I am eager to further apply and grow my expertise within a dynamic team, after recently achieving a 2:1 in BA Events Management at university.

A highly motivated individual with a range of experience in the music and event industries, including:

  • Curation of an album featuring various artists around the world. Following the success of the album's release we were invited to talk with BBC Newcastle.
  • Experience of collaborating with artists, artist liaison, as well as planning, coordinating, and executing my own events at various North East venues; and booking established artists.
  • AV equipment delivery and set up, liaising with various venues across the UK, stage management for the North East's biggest festival, and more.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Technician

Amplify Hire
09.2021 - Current
  • Developed strong organisational skills, ensuring timely delivery, set-up and collection of equipment for various events.
  • Gained valuable insights into event planning and coordination, collaborating with event organisers, venues and other vendors.
  • Acquired problem solving and leadership skills, through day-to-day work and stage management. From troubleshooting equipment issues, to adapting to unexpected situations during events.
  • Worked with club promoters to assist them with any audio or visual needs.

Co-Founder

Valhalla Events
06.2020 - Current
  • Founded Valhalla Events amidst the global pandemic and began working with artists on a worldwide radio series.
  • Album release, featuring international artists each bringing their own style to the collection, with tracks being played by artists worldwide today.
  • Featured on BBC Introducing Newcastle’s radio show speaking about our project.
  • Planned and organised events across nightclubs and bars in the North East, and developed a community of supporters offline and online.

Customer Advisor

B&Q
03.2019 - 07.2022
  • Interacted with diverse customers and provided expert advice utilising my communication and service skills across the role’s entirety.
  • Valuable experience in stock management, visual merchandising and retail operations.
  • Fast-paced environment where teamwork was essential and beneficial.

Promoter / Junior Manager

Ape Team
11.2017 - 03.2020
  • Worked alongside other managers to help promote upcoming events through social media and in-person.
  • Completed flyering shifts with a team of people across different locations in Newcastle.
  • Support DJ at multiple events across Newcastle.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Events Management

University of Sunderland
Sunderland

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Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy
Birtley, Gateshead

Skills

Versatile in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere Pro), Microsoft Suite, Soundcloud, Rekordbox, and Audacity. Proven expertise in social media management, content creation, and as a DJ and AV technician.

References

  • Available upon request.

Timeline

Technician

Amplify Hire
09.2021 - Current

Co-Founder

Valhalla Events
06.2020 - Current

Customer Advisor

B&Q
03.2019 - 07.2022

Promoter / Junior Manager

Ape Team
11.2017 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Events Management

University of Sunderland

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Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy

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