FAQs
- How did you get started doing this type of work?
My college, Virginia Commonwealth University, had an excellent program for Public Relations. I knew I wanted to work with people, event planning and promotions, but having the outstanding curriculum and professors was icing on the cake. Classes were practical, well rounded and very hands on. We took photography, wrote news releases, articles and surveys, experienced interviews, analyzed research, packaged and presented campaigns. I enjoyed the assignments and it prepared me adequately for today's market.
- What types of customers have you worked with?
Connecting people with talent. Clients lately come to me if they need something specific, like a photo booth, DJ, face painter or venue. Those have been the most common since I have started.
- What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
Be specific in your requests. I much rather speak in person or over the phone. Transparency and communication for me is key. The only unsatisfactory work experience I have experienced was when aspects of a job were assumed. My journalism professor once said, "Assumptions are the roots of all failures." That quote was for meant for writing news articles, but I think it is an excellent quote to apply to business and life in general.