Meredith Atkinson
C r e a t i v e D e s i g n s
About Me
Welcome! I'm Meredith Atkinson.
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Before graduating from Southwestern University, I spent my senior year of college in New York City as a student in the New York Arts Program. After completing several film-related internships, I made a quick trip back to Texas for graduation to scoop up my Bachelor's Degree in Film & Literature before heading back to NYC. Upon my return to the city, I was hired as the assistant to independent filmmakers John Sayles and Maggie Renzi. I spent 3 years in New York learning from the best and finding what made my heart truly happy.
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After I moved back to Texas in 2018, I began a career in Live Events. During this career, I have honed my creative style while assisting in the design of a wide array of events. I love to design atmospheres that elevate the mood and change the course of your day. My career has shown me that the perfect design isn't just about the right setting and the best product -- the perfect designs also involve enthusiasm for the project and love for the work. Let me show you what a love for design can do!
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To learn more about my education and professional experience, please see below.
Work Experience
2019 - 2020
Associate Producer – Sourcing & Development
Hello! Texas Destination Management
Destination Management Company
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Researching, acquiring, and developing new product offerings
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Creating, maintaining, and negotiating supplier relationships and discounts
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Administrative support to Creative team
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Supporting Sales team by recommending new and innovative Creative ideas and products
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Creating Creative client proposals and revisions based on client feedback
2018 - 2019
Sales Coordinator
Hello! Texas Destination Management
Destination Management Company
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Creating accurate and detailed cost sheets, quotation of services and service agreements
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Creating décor and entertainment events and concepts from vendor proposals
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Assisting with off-site visits and events when available
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Overseeing day to day administrative needs of the Account Executive
2016 - 2018
Office Manager/Administrative Assistant
Anarchists’ Convention / Hoboken, NJ
Production office of writer/director of John Sayles and producer Maggie Renzi
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Day-to-day office management and reception
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Management of film library
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Finances (profit participation, billing, tracking)
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Personal assistant tasks (travel booking, meeting coordination, research)
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Development research (scouting, casting, investment)
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2016-2017
Production Intern
Partisan Pictures / New York, NY
Documentary film/television production office, specializing in historical documentaries
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Office management assistance
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Development research
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Production Assistant on projects now in post-production
Education
May 2017
Southwestern University
Bachelor of Arts in Film and Literature