Sean Faustina-Smolak
Daniel Island
Summary
Seasoned photojournalist offering features, business and general writing expertise.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Sales
Live Nation Worldwide Inc.
Riverside, CA
10.2017 - 08.2023
- Managed team of sales representatives, providing guidance, coaching and support.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Forecasted sales and established processes to achieve sales objectives and related metrics.
Event Manager
The Post And Courier
Charleston, SC
06.2023 - Current
- Managed logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
- Coordinated with caterers, managed food and beverage operations.
- Liaised with clients to determine exact event requirements.
- Management of event budgets to deliver at or below projected costs.
Reporter
The Press-Enterprise
Riverside, CA
09.1995 - 12.2001
- Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories.
- Collaborated with other journalists and departments to produce well-rounded and comprehensive news coverage.
- Built strong relationships with sources to gain access to exclusive information.
Freelance Content Writer
Inland Empire Community Newspapers
San Bernardino, CA
02.1992 - 09.1995
- Cover on-the-spot events throughout the region.
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
Reporter
The Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles, CA
09.1992 - 02.1993
- Competed against 200 candidates to earn a paid internship with the newspaper.
- Researched, vetted sources and produced daily news reports.
- Covered special events and breaking news.
- Collaborated with editors and other staff members to develop story angles and content.
Features Writer
Inland Valley Daily Bulletin
Ontario, CA
05.1987 - 02.1990
- Researched and gathered information to develop interesting and unique content.
- Attended press conferences, junkets, interviewed celebrities and public figures.
- Readily available for any project assignments.
- Complete assignments before deadline with minimal rewrites required.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Specialized Communication Journalism Option
California Polytechnic State University Pomona
Pomona, CA12.1994
Timeline
Event Manager
The Post And Courier
06.2023 - Current
Director of Sales
Live Nation Worldwide Inc.
10.2017 - 08.2023
Reporter
The Press-Enterprise
09.1995 - 12.2001
Reporter
The Los Angeles Times
09.1992 - 02.1993
Freelance Content Writer
Inland Empire Community Newspapers
02.1992 - 09.1995
Features Writer
Inland Valley Daily Bulletin
05.1987 - 02.1990
Bachelor Of Science - Specialized Communication Journalism Option
California Polytechnic State University Pomona