Rachel Joseph
Marketing and Events Coordinator
Dubai
Summary
Event Coordinator confident in delivering seamless and memorable experiences. Skilled at tackling challenges with ease and ready to lead on-site execution—combining impeccable organization, proactive problem-solving, and a calm, reliable presence that keeps events running flawlessly.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Marketing and Events Coordinator
Middlesex University Dubai
09.2023 - Current
- Organize events, including graduation ceremonies, university expos (GETEX, BMI, Gulf News, Khaleej Times, AETEX), faculty events, short courses, English camps, and open days/evenings.
- Managed budgets effectively, optimizing resources.
- Led pre-event planning meetings to ensure clear communication among team members, resulting in smooth operations on event day.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create cohesive marketing materials for each event.
- Oversee interns: assign daily tasks, and supervise.
- Handle suppliers and stock, track event materials, order supplies, and contact vendors as needed.
- Manage volunteers – Recruit, train, and oversee student volunteers during events.
Marketing Intern
Middlesex University Dubai
2022 - 08.2023
- Conducted market research to identify target audiences.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions, and assisted in creating videos and image content for social media channels.
- Used HubSpot to reach out to potential students, and convert them into university applicants.
- Worked and represented Middlesex at different university expo events (Getex, Gulf News, Khaleej Times, Najah, Career Fair in schools).
- Worked for different marketing events: graduation and sales of merch, gowns, and tickets; International Day for Students; call for papers; career fair for university students; and faculty events.
Event Coordinator
Double Decker Events
12.2021 - 12.2021
- Worked at the Christmas market at Madinat Jumeirah as an events coordinator.
- Coordinated with an 18-member team to oversee five simultaneous operations, managing attendance, breaks, and scheduling.
- Ensured seamless event execution by monitoring operations closely, and promptly informing managers when additional resources were required.
- Handled crisis management situations promptly, minimizing negative impact on event outcomes and client satisfaction.
Sales and Marketing Intern
Future.Global
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Created social media content to raise brand awareness across platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.
- Managed content calendars, scheduling posts according to marketing strategy, and optimal times.
- Assisted the digital media team with social ads and basic website design tasks.
- Conducted outreach through phone calls and emails to engage potential customers and generate new business leads.
Social Media Intern
Sakura Beauty Spa
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Monitored and managed engagement across social media channels, responding to comments, posts, and inquiries to boost brand visibility and engagement.
- Optimized content and posting schedule to enhance reach, increase social media traffic through the strategic use of keywords, and hashtags.
- Booked beauty appointments via social media, coordinating with clients to schedule services efficiently.
Events Volunteer
Fast Track Advertising
10.2019 - 10.2019
- Coordinated the distribution of promotional materials to attendees according to the organizer’s marketing guidelines.
- Managed front‑desk operations, welcoming guests, assigning badges, overseeing speaker schedules, and handling all requirements for their sessions.
- Supported fellow volunteers by sharing tasks or stepping in as needed to ensure smooth event execution.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - BA (Hons) Business Management (Marketing)
Middlesex University Dubai
Dubai, United Arab Emirates 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Gems Our Own English High School
Dubai, United Arab Emirates 04.2001 -
Skills
Event Management
Task Management
Vendor negotiation
Event marketing
Timeline
Marketing and Events Coordinator
Middlesex University Dubai
09.2023 - Current
Event Coordinator
Double Decker Events
12.2021 - 12.2021
Sales and Marketing Intern
Future.Global
08.2021 - 09.2021
Social Media Intern
Sakura Beauty Spa
07.2021 - 08.2021
Events Volunteer
Fast Track Advertising
10.2019 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Arts - BA (Hons) Business Management (Marketing)
Middlesex University Dubai
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Gems Our Own English High School
04.2001 -
Marketing Intern
Middlesex University Dubai
2022 - 08.2023
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