JAMES E. ECHOLS
Miami, FL
EMAIL: james-AT-uncommontimes.com (replace the -AT-
with @ to stop Spammers)
Occupational Objectives
To obtain an exciting, dynamic, challenging position in an entertainment
company utilizing all of my skills to the fullest to help build the business
while also giving me a chance to learn and grow.
Skills Summary
Wide range of business-related skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Experienced
with event and stage productions. Expertly skilled in personal computing and
desktop publishing. Internet adept. Accomplished with all business, management,
marketing, and administration skills including organization,strategic planning,
personnel management, advertising and promotions, financial analysis, and business
startup.
Work History
Henry Stone Music Inc., Miami, FL, 2004-
Executive Assistant, Graphic Designer, Business Manager
Business planning and organization, financial planning, database management,
graphic design.
www.henrystonemusic.com
Big Air Media, Miami, FL;
2004-2005
Managing Partner
Multimedia Production, marketing, business organization, filmmaking, event
planning, and numerous other business-related tasks.
www.bigairmedia.com
Mountain Bike TV / Clipped
In Artists, Hollywood, FL; 2003 - 2004
Business Manager
Numerous administrative tasks, marketing, graphc design, video editing,
photography, videography, organization, event planning and coordination.
www.mtbtv.com
Winfree Academy Charter
School; Irving, TX; 2002 - 2003
Science Teacher
Instructing high school students in an alternative educational setting, as well
as providing needed computer support.
References: Anne Marie Tipps;
Principal
Leah Tharp; Technology Director
Northrop Grumman Information
Technology (formerly Logicon Sterling Federal); Fort Worth, TX; 2001 - 2002
Administrative Assistant
Provide a wide range of administrative and operational support for this FAA
contracted technology company. Heavy utilization of the MS Office suite of applications,
including Word, Excel, Access, and Powerpoint.
References: Dick Gunderson;
Program Manager
Kathy Foley; Staff Coodinator
UncommonCon; Dallas, TX;
1999 - 2001
Producer
Responsible for all phases of operations for this weekend-long pop-culture
festival including business planning, marketing and promotions, financing, staffing
and staff management, organization, demographic analysis, and administration.
References: Brent Sadler; Gaming Director,
Network Administrator
Will Tharp; Customer Service Manager
Hawkwood Medieval Fantasy
Faire (aka Past Times Productions, Inc.); Roanoke, TX; 1996 - 2000
Vice-President of Operations, Marketing Director, Pub Manager
Began tenure as a business consultant for this fledgling renaissance festival.
Within the first year, spearheaded projects and implemented improvements to
build festival to a viable venture. Was subsequently offered Vice Presidency
and continued to provide a wide range of services to assue success.
References: Mary Lou Gilmore; CEO
Gordon Randalph Gilmore; Executive
Vice President
Uncommon Solutions / Times;
Miami, FL; 1996 - present
Business Coach, Event Producer
Provide business systems analysis and business coaching in a client-based business-consulting
firm. Services provided include Ad Production, Business Startup Consultation,
Business Writing, Cash Flow Analysis, Customer Analysis, Database Management,
Demographic Analysis, Event Production, Financial Planning, Financial Statements,
Financing, Market Research, Marketing Planning and Execution, Merchandising,
Personnel Management/Recruitment/ Organization, Product Analysis, Purchasing,
Retail Layout and Design, Retail Sales, Stock Management, Strategic Planning
and Training.
References: Philip Lindman; Network
Administrator
Bob Harmon; Director of Technology
www.uncommontimes.com
Einstein's Art & Entertainment;
Garland, TX; 1992 - 1996
Owner, Manager
Managed and operated successful specialty retail store. Duties included all
phases of daily operations, including accounts payable and customer service.
Performed marketing and promotions, cash flow management, inventory management,
and merchandising, as well as numerous other tasks as needed.
References: Annette Peikert;
Co-owner, Financial Officer
Mark Whitlock; E-Commerce Entrepreneur
Dance America; Irving,
TX; 1986 - 1990
Assistant to the Director, Dance Captain, Dancer
Responsible for assisting the Director of this local professional dance troupe
in organization, administration, and teaching. Also, in conjunction with other
local theatre organizations, ran lights and soundboards, operated spotlights,
disc-jockeyed, and worked as a stagehand and as a stage manager.
Reference: Ric Brame; Ballet Master; email
me for phone number
Professional and Non-Profit
Organizations
1998 - 2002; McFadden Community Advisory Council; Denton, TX; non-profit organization
Chairperson, Council Member
Reference: Connie Redford;
Texas Youth Commission; Volunteer Coordinator
1997 - 2001; International
Festivals and Events Association; Austin, TX; professionals organization
Member
1993 - 1996; Comic Book
Retailers International; Dallas, TX; professionals organization
Founding Member, Vice-President of Promotions for Dallas Chapter
Reference: Ron Killingsworth;
Store Owner
Schools
University of Texas; Arlington, TX; 1986-1990
Northlake Community College; Irving, TX; 1984-1986
Nimitz High School; Irving, TX; 1980-1984