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Carolyn R. Sauer
Freelance Event & Project Manager
[email protected]
815.403.0611
TESTIMONIALS FROM PAST CLIENTS
“I have known and worked with Carolyn for more than 6 years now. She is a highly talented,
skilled, organized, creative, get-the-job-done kind of person. She is motivated, she is persistent
and she works tirelessly until the work is done. I've never met or worked with anyone in my
30+ year career with more game and gumption than Carolyn! I highly recommend Carolyn for
any type of work she's going after because she is one person, you can ALWAYS count on
to do amazing work, with a smile, laughter and passionate dedication.”
Robert Scott | School Sales Representative, Quinlan & Fabish Music Company
“Succinctly said, Carolyn Sauer gets it! Competent, effective, thorough, and savvy describe her talents, skills, and
abilities… Carolyn can take an assignment and work independently to bring it
to a successful conclusion that most often exceeds expectations.”
Bill Archer | President, Archer Enterprises
“…She is a take charge, no nonsense project manager… Any task that was asked of her she handled with competence,
efficiency, and ease….”
Jim Massoth | Musician, Archer Enterprises
“Carolyn was a great local asset when I came to her area to do an event. She helped keep our production office
running smoothly while we produced a large event with multiple vendors and staff.
I would gladly hire her again if she is available.”
David Heuvelman | Technical Director, Van Wyck & Van Wyck
“Carolyn helped to make the inaugural “Stigma Elimination Festival” at the Haymarket Center of Chicago
meaningful and full of life. Her creativity and vision were inspiring and thoughtful!”
Jill Wolf | Founder of Stigma Elimination, Haymarket Center of Chicago
“Carolyn was definitely one of our "superstar" interns at WCIC. It's rare when you can give someone the vision for a
project and then step back and let them fill in the blanks with all the necessary planning and execution to make it hum.
Carolyn has that special ability. Her attention to detail and organizational skills are top notch. In addition, her positive
personality and "can do" spirit would give any organization confidence in turning an event or campaign over to her. Do
so, and watch her shine.”
Scott Wheeler | Operations Manager, 91.5 WCIC
“I worked directly with Carolyn while participating in her event “24 Hours of Music”
and witnessed firsthand her abilities. She is extremely competent, organized, and conscious of
the steps and activities necessary to draw an audience and garner support for events and causes.
Carolyn showed both grace and persuasive ability when working with media outlets to promote her events and her
diligent work earned her the respect of both the community and her peers.”
Julie Traenkenschu | Retired - Dean of Students, Manuel Academy
“Carolyn is a terrific young lady with a bright future. She works in a steady manner that
results in success. She is easy to get along with and well-liked by her peers.
I recommend her without reservation.”
David Vroman | Director of Bands, Bradley University
Conferences
&
Special Events
Graphic Design, Sponsorships,
Event Management & Development
Coordinated an annual 3 day festival and movement with the Health
Education Department at the Haymarket Center of Chicago.
Event focuses on celebrating who we are as individuals.
SPONSORS: Chicago Department of Public Health, Illinois Department of Public Health, Gilead, Haymarket Center of Chicago, Alere, Big Fun
Band, Tablescapes, Howard Brown Health Center, Chicago Black Gay Men's Caucus, FC2,Allcare RX, Jamba Juice, Mariano's, Starbucks, Skinny
Piggy, Mrs. Field's, Jimmy Johns, Front of the House, Women's Health Foundation, Shirts Illustrated, Young Chicago Authors
Entertainment &
Hospitality Coordinator
Annual Blues & Rib Festival coordinated in
conjunction with the Park District of
Vernon Hills, IL.
Artists: Buddy Guy ,Los Lonely Boys, Shemika Copeland,
Trampled Under Foot, Matt Andersen, Eddy Clearwater
Little Bear Ribfest Website
Barbra Streisand; Bruno Marz;
Brad Paisley; Dave Matthews Band;
Jason Mraz; Janelle Monae;
Jennifer Hudson; Maroon 5 ;
Neon Trees ; Owl City ; Prince;
Taylor Swift; TBS Just For Laughs
Comedy Festival
& Many More!
Production Coordinator/Assistant
Entertainment with one objective in mind - to have your party-guests raving
about how much BIG FUN they had. BIG FUN offers you a customizable
everything - from the music we sing, to our size (a small combo to the full horn
and guitar band), to our look (formal or more relaxed), to the flow of your event,
we make it more than just a party… but a night to remember!
I provide BIG FUN with Special Event Logistics, Project Management, Contractual
Agreements, and General Operational tasks.
Big Fun Band Website
Poster Designs & Event Management for
Coordinated 6 FREE outdoor concerts (2008-2010)
with over 3,000 people in attendance at each event.
Organization President (2 years)
Music Education Fundraiser – Peoria, IL
Producer & PR Manager
Opera Company, Peoria, IL
promotions internship
Coordinated all promotional outings, concert events, on-air promotions, and volunteer relations.
FREELANCE EVENT & PROJECT MANAGEMENT CLIENTS
2015
The Avery Coonley School – Solo/Ensemble Contest
Lollapalooza
Morton Grove Days – 4th of July Festival
Quinlan & Fabish Music Company
Theresa Caputo Live!
Vernon Hills Park District – Little Bear Ribfest
Hospitality Coordinator
Artist Transportation Dispatcher
Production/Entertainment Manager
Instrument Testing & Rental Associate
Production Coordinator Assistant (Midwest Tour)
Production/Hospitality Manager
Downers Grove, IL
Chicago, IL
Morton Grove, IL
Burr Ridge, IL
WI, IL, MO
Vernon Hills, IL
2014
ARCHER Enterprises – Big Fun Band
Brothers Health Collective
Chicago Auto Show – Toyota
Meals on Wheels Celebrity Chef Ball
Michael J. Media Group
Morton Grove Days – 4th of July Festival
Plate Magazine
Quinlan & Fabish Music Company
Vernon Hills Park District – Little Bear Ribfest
Production/Artist Relations/Social Media
Marketing Assistance
Event Assistance/Site Coordinator
Event Coordinator
Press Relations/Tour Itineraries
Production/Entertainment Manager
Event Manager
Instrument Testing & Rental Associate
Production/Hospitality Manager
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
Madison, WI
Morton Grove, IL
Chicago, IL
Burr Ridge, IL
Vernon Hills, IL
2013
AEG Worldwide Ent. – Taylor Swift
ARCHER Enterprises – Big Fun Band
Brothers Health Collective
Golanty Wedding
Haymarket Center of Chicago
Illinois Department of Public Health
TBS’ Just for Laughs Comedy Festival
Live Nation Ent. – Brad Paisley; Bruno Mars, Justin
Timberlake, Jay Z; Phish Maroon 5, Phish
Meals on Wheels – Celebrity Chef Ball
Merrick Home Marketing Consultants
Morton Grove Days – 4th of July Festival
National Veterans Museum
Plate Magazine
Quinlan & Fabish Music Company
Van Wyck & Van Wyck – Lucas/Hobson
Veldheizen Wedding
Vernon Hills Park District – Little Bear Ribfest
Production Assistant (Soldier Field)
Production/Artist Relations/Social Media
Marketing/Rebranding Assistance
Event Manager
Event Manager
Graphic Design
Travel Coordinator
Production Assistant/Coordinator
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
Springfield, IL
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
Event Coordinator
Rebranding/Marketing Consultant
Production/Entertainment/Hospitality Manager
Fundraiser Event Manager
Event Manager
Instrument Testing & Rental Associate
Assistant Production Coordinator
Event Manager
Production Manager
Chicago, IL
Peoria, IL
Morton Grove, IL
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
Burr Ridge, IL
Chicago, IL
Madison, WI
Vernon Hills, IL
ARCHER Enterprises – Big Fun Band
Chicago Department of Public Health
Dramatic Crossroads Opera Company
Global Implementation Services
Haymarket Center of Chicago
Live Nation Ent. – Barbra Streisand,
Dave Matthews Band, Jason Mraz
Live Nation Ent. – Prince “Welcome2Chicago”
Meals on Wheels – Celebrity Chef Ball
Morton Grove Days – 4th of July Festival
Quinlan & Fabish Music Company
Roderick Harper Quartet – Midwest Tour
Vernon Hills Park District – Little Bear Ribfest
Production/Artist Relations/Social Media
Graphic Designer
PR Manager/Ticket Sales
Program Consultant
Event Manager
Production Assistant
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
Peoria, IL
Kenya, Africa/Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
Assistant Production Coordinator
Event Coordinator
Production/Entertainment Manager
Instrument Testing & Rental Associate
Tour Coordinator/Manager
Production Manager/Press Relations
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
Morton Grove, IL
Burr Ridge, IL
IL, IA, MO, WI
Vernon Hills, IL
2011
ARCHER Enterprises – Big Fun Band
Dramatic Crossroads Opera Company
Quinlan & Fabish Music Company
Richmond Burton High School
Wheeler Wedding
Production/Artist Relations/Social Media
PR Manager/Ticket Sales
Instrument Testing & Rental Associate
Drama Department Costuming Director
Event Coordinator
Chicago, IL
Peoria, IL
Chicago, IL
Richmond, IL
Peoria, IL
2010
Concert Series – Artists: Acaharmodies
EB Event Management – Jason Gray
24 Hours of Music Fundraiser
Quinlan & Fabish Music Company
Event/PR Manager
Hospitality Coordinator
President/Event Manager
Instrument Testing & Rental Associate
Peoria, IL
Peoria, IL
Peoria, IL
Burr Ridge, IL
2009
Bradley University – Chorale Tour of Denmark
Concert Series – Artists: Acaharmodies
EB Event Management – Building 429
EB Event Management – Sanctus Real
24 Hours of Music Fundraiser
Jared Barman Record Release Party
Schmidgall Wedding
Coordinator
Event/PR Manager
Hospitality Coordinator
Hospitality Coordinator
President/Event Manager
Hospitality/Event Coordinator
Event Coordinator
Peoria, IL
Peoria, IL
Peoria, IL
Peoria, IL
Peoria, IL
Peoria, IL
Peoria, IL
2008
91.5 WCIC
EB Event Management –
Aaron Shust, Mark Harris, Rush of Fools
Promotions/Events Internship
Hospitality Coordinator
Peoria, IL
Peoria, IL
2012