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Carlos Fonseca
Advertising And Sales Assistant
Mariakerke Gent,Oost-Vlaanderen
Summary
Highly ambitious Audiovisual and Advertising Producer with background in sales, marketing and advertising. Expertise in market analysis, forecasting and client needs assessments.
In my country I have always worked in direct contact with the public and in sales: in the audiovisual field (radio and television) both as an employee and as a freelancer through my own company and also in the service sector through my accounting and legal consultancy company, copy center and coffee shop.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Audiovisual and Advertising Production
FONSECA PRODUCCIONES, F.P (Owner)
2014.07 - 2018.01
- Company dedicated to audiovisual and advertising production, screen printing, etc.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Worked closely with clients to design effective promotions to meet customer needs and exceed sales goals.
- Directed creative process for traditional and online ads.
- Used environmentally-conscious marketing strategies for traditional products.
- Inspected layouts and advertising copy and edited scripts, audio and videotapes and other promotional material to adhere to specifications.
- Alerted and contacted customers about account or informational issues to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
Accounting and Legal Consulting
COPY AND COFFEE, C.A (Owner)
2012.04 - 2018.01
- Established strong relationships with clients by providing exceptional service, understanding their unique needs, and delivering tailored solutions to address their financial challenges.
- Tax-prepared working papers.
- Legal advice on payment of taxes.
- Interviewed clients by telephone or in-person to gather financial information.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Television Director
Venezolana De Televisión
2009.12 - 2011.01
- Responsible for pre- and post-audiovisual production processes (lighting control, sound, cameras, editing, etc.). Anchor selection, responsible for multiple live programs. Control room director.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently, ensuring timely delivery of productions without compromising quality.
- Reviewed scripts and made changes to improve wording, flow or interest levels, consistently producing highly successful shows.
- Observed tight deadlines and strict budgetary controls to avoid waste and streamline costs.
- Identified and approved equipment and elements required for productions.
Host (announcer) and Producer
Joven 91.5 FM
2008.03 - 2009.07
- Daily live morning show about social issues, helping community and saving values.
- Promoted business loyalty by fostering positive customer relationships.
- Improved guest experience by offering personalized recommendations based on individual preferences and products or services.
Assistant Director, Production and Creative Writer
Hbo Latin America Group
1997.02 - 1999.09
- Balanced tight deadlines and competing priorities, resulting in successful project completions.
- Served as point person between creative departments, ensuring seamless coordination during campaign executions.
- Developed campaigns, led design, and tracked results.
- Utilized e-mail, social media, radio and TV to highlight products and services.
- Produced original, creative content for promotional advertisements and marketing materials.
- Interviewed individuals by phone, video chat and in-person to write news stories.
- Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
- Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
Post-Production Assistant
Video Factory
1998.07 - 1999.07
- Collaborated with production team to provide ongoing management support and leadership to achieve creative vision.
- Wrote and edited copy for range of publications.
- Created and distributed press releases to local media outlets.
- Implemented crisis strategies to address timeline and budget deviances.
- Improved communication among team members by acting as liaison between various departments during postproduction.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements by staying informed on industry trends and advancements in post-production technology.
- Increased client satisfaction with final deliverables by meticulously tracking revisions and ensuring all changes were properly implemented.
- Supervised wardrobe, hair, and makeup needs for several actors simultaneously on remote shoot location.
- Expedited project completion timelines by proficiently handling administrative tasks such as obtaining necessary clearances and organizing paperwork.
Education
No Degree - Sociology And Anthropology
Universidad Central De Venezuela
Caracas, Venezuela 2001.04 -
National Independent Producer - Communications
Ministry of Communication And Information
Caracas 2001.04 -
High School Diploma -
Unidad Educativa Colegio Andrés Bello
San Antonio De Los Altos, Venezuela 2001.04 -
Skills
Effective Communication
Market Penetration
Multitasking Abilities
Sales tactics
Advertising expertise
Market Penetration
Customer Service
Software
Adobe Premier
Adobe Audition
Hobbies
Photography, play board games, play guitar, listen to music, read, be a camping guide, make jewelry, painting, enjoy nature.
Certification
Camp guide
Timeline
Civic Integration Course
2019-03
Audiovisual and Advertising Production
FONSECA PRODUCCIONES, F.P (Owner)
2014.07 - 2018.01
Accounting and Legal Consulting
COPY AND COFFEE, C.A (Owner)
2012.04 - 2018.01
Television Director
Venezolana De Televisión
2009.12 - 2011.01
Host (announcer) and Producer
Joven 91.5 FM
2008.03 - 2009.07
Integral course in voice-over, independent radio and television production
2006-08
Basic techniques for film and television scriptwriting
2006-07
No Degree - Sociology And Anthropology
Universidad Central De Venezuela
2001.04 -
National Independent Producer - Communications
Ministry of Communication And Information
2001.04 -
High School Diploma -
Unidad Educativa Colegio Andrés Bello
2001.04 -
Post-Production Assistant
1999-09
Production assistant, assistant director and junior copywriter HBO
1999-09
Post-Production Assistant
Video Factory
1998.07 - 1999.07
Tourism management in rural areas
1997-10
Assistant Director, Production and Creative Writer
Hbo Latin America Group
1997.02 - 1999.09
Camp guide
1995-07