Kris Simmons
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Kris Simmons

Talent Booker and Event ProducerLondon, United Kingdom
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Kris Simmons
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Kris Simmons

Talent Booker and Event ProducerLondon, United Kingdom
Work history
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    Senior ProgrammerChicago Humanities Festival
     - Chicago, United StatesFull Time
    As senior programmer, I contributed to CH's diverse portfolio of programs and events, from ideation to execution. This included researching and pitching programming ideas, booking qualified presenters, and developing programmatic partnerships. Within this role, I negotiated contracts, serve as the main point of contact for presenters and partners, and manage the relationship with CH's book partner, Seminary Co-op. Additionally, I contributed to the creation of the department’s budget and supervised the program coordinator.
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    Donor Engagement ManagerChicago Symphony Orchestra
     - Chicago, United StatesFull Time
    As the donor engagement manager, I designed strategies to connect donors to the CSOA community and produced unique content for donor events. I also implemented stewardship strategies for major donors, managed video projects, and coordinated donor events during CSO international and national patrons' tours. Additionally, I oversaw The Helen and Richard Thomas Donor Gallery and provided planning support for audience development events in collaboration with marketing colleagues.
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Skills
  • Arts Programming
  • Event Management
  • Celebrity Booking
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Creative Partnerships
  • Budgeting
  • Content Research
  • Producing
  • Logistics
  • Audience Development
Education
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    Masters DegreeIndiana University Bloomington
     - Bloomington, United States
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    MusicIndiana University Bloomington
     - Bloomington, United States