Briana Rose Lee
Minneapolis
Summary
Self-motivated professional offering several years of experience in marketing, political organizing and entertainment. Passionate about combining strategy and creativity, driving new opportunities and building professional relationships.
Duel union member: IATSE Local 490 and Actors Equity Association
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
Ilhan for Congress
Minneapolis
01.2024 - Current
- Streamlined supply chain operations by implementing inventory management systems.
- Oversaw daily operations of congressional campaign across multiple departments, including events and media requests.
- Ensured compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
- Managed onboarding processes for new hires and payroll administration.
- Addressed constituent responses to enhance engagement and support.
RED CARPET PRODUCER AND HOST
Twin Cities Film Fest
01.2014 - Current
- Research indie filmmakers and their films to ask relevant and leading questions
- Coordinated camera team and host to produce engaging carpet interviews.
- Coordinated and hired brand ambassadors to enhance festival promotion.
TOUR MANAGER AND PRODUCT SPECIALIST
DriveShop and multiple promotional marketing agencies
09.2013 - Current
- Educated consumers on latest technology in new vehicles to enhance product understanding.
- Engaged crowds through microphone presentations, attracting visitors to booth and sharing vehicle knowledge.
- Trained local staff on vehicle specifications and registration processes for ride and drives, ensuring informed interactions with participants.
- Set up and dismantled scaffolding collaboratively with team throughout the day.
- Coordinate with regional managers, dealerships and the onsite convention center staff to ensure vehicles are placed safely and arrive on time.
PRODUCTION COORDINATOR / ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
06.2009 - Current
- Coordinated administrative tasks, including distribution and preparation of call sheets and scripts, gear rental, budgeting, and scheduling.
- Conduct meetings with staff to discuss production progress and set goals.
- Maintained crew schedule through consistent communication via walkie.
- Supported actors with hair, makeup, and wardrobe before rehearsals, ensuring readiness across all departments.
- Primarily worked in independent feature-length and short films, some experience in reality tv and commercials (film resume on request).
SOCIAL MEDIA SPECIALIST
Sole Strategies
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Developed and executed social media strategy using competitive research, platform selection, and benchmarking to enhance brand visibility.
- Created content calendars for daily social media posts, managing copywriting, design, and scheduling to ensure consistent engagement.
- Optimized existing content by repurposing it into different formats tailored specifically for each platform.
ASSISTANT EVENT MANAGER
Nintendo / The Marketing Arm
11.2022 - 12.2022
- Coordinated event logistics for promotional campaigns and product launches.
- Assisted in developing creative concepts for marketing initiatives and brand experiences.
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of services and materials.
- Maintained communication with client, providing hourly updates on consumer engagement and weekly summary reports.
- Trained staff to demo 11 Nintendo games and engage shoppers about gaming consoles during holiday program at Mall of America.
Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - THEATRE ARTS
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN05.2012
SEMESTER AT SEA - ARTS AND CULTURE
The ScholarShip
Sydney, AUSTRALIASkills
- Event Coordination
- Negotiation Skills
- Content Creation Strategy
- Data Analytics
- Campaign Management
- Diversity Inclusion
Volunteer Experience
- President, Kappa Alpha Theta, Twin Cities Alumnae Chapter, 3/26-present
- Chair Emerita, Minneapolis DFL, 5/24-present
- Vice Chair, Stonewall DFL, 1/22-present
- Bernie Sanders National Delegate, DNC 2020
Timeline
OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
Ilhan for Congress
01.2024 - Current
SOCIAL MEDIA SPECIALIST
Sole Strategies
01.2023 - 08.2023
ASSISTANT EVENT MANAGER
Nintendo / The Marketing Arm
11.2022 - 12.2022
RED CARPET PRODUCER AND HOST
Twin Cities Film Fest
01.2014 - Current
TOUR MANAGER AND PRODUCT SPECIALIST
DriveShop and multiple promotional marketing agencies
09.2013 - Current
PRODUCTION COORDINATOR / ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
06.2009 - Current
BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - THEATRE ARTS
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
SEMESTER AT SEA - ARTS AND CULTURE
The ScholarShip