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Emre Karabacak

Istanbul

Summary

Driven hospitality professional with proven expertise in guest relations management and adaptability, honed through roles at Selectist and Frankhan. Specialized in artist care for high-profile performers, enhancing event experiences and fostering positive relationships. Demonstrated reliability and excellent communication, contributing to team success and efficient problem-solving. Additionally, produced and recorded tracks with various artists, showcasing a deep understanding of the music industry.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Hospitality Intern With a Focus on Artist Care

Selectist
03.2024 - 08.2024
  • Maintained positive lobby presence, pleasantly greeting guests and employees.
  • Set up backstage for famous artists, ensuring their needs were met throughout event night.
  • Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
  • Researched and analyzed artist data. Helped with bookings.
  • Ordered and managed needs for hospitality riders, ensuring all requirements were met.
  • Welcomed artists at airport, provided transportation to their hotel, Accompanied artists to dinner before events, Accompanied them back to their hotels after events. ensuring a smooth and pleasant pre-event and post-event experience.
  • Answered telephone calls and emails to assist customers.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with guests for satisfaction.

Provided artist care for renowned performers including The Pharcyde, Yasiin Bey (Mos Def), Jakuzi, Ben Ufo, Sedef Adasi, Crazy P, Şam, Rony Seikaly, Lea Kdoch, DJ Assault, Habibi Funk, Chaos in The CBD, Pino, Danilo Plesson AKA MCDE, Jeremy Underground, Kirollus, Dr. Rubinstein, and others

Intern, Artist Care & Event Coordinatination

Frankhan
05.2023 - 02.2024
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Contributed to positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
  • Sourced photographers and videographers for events, and managed their services.
  • Sourced materials like wristbands etc. for events, managing orders for company.
  • Set up backstage for famous artists, ensuring their needs were met throughout event night.
  • Welcomed artists at airport, provided transportation to their hotel, Accompanied artists to dinner before events, Accompanied them back to their hotels after events. ensuring a smooth and pleasant pre-event and post-event experience.
  • Ordered and managed needs for hospitality riders, ensuring all requirements were met.

Provided artist care for renowned performers including, The infamous Mobb Deep, Son Feci Bisiklet, Pino D'Angio, Azymuth, Habibi Funk, Kevin Saunderson, chaos in the CBD, Alex Kassian, Massimiliano Pagliara, Palmiyeler, Sweely, Traumer and more.

Education

Bachelor of Science - International Relations And Affairs

Istanbul Bilgi University, Turkey
Istanbul, 34
02.2025

No Degree - Business Administration

KU Leuven
Brussels, Belgium

High School Diploma -

Ted Bursa College
Bursa, 16
06.2019

Skills

  • Guest Relations Management
  • Event Planning Assistance
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Excellent Communication
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Hospitality services
  • Active Listening
  • Professionalism

Languages

Turkish
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
German
Elementary
A2

Timeline

Hospitality Intern With a Focus on Artist Care

Selectist
03.2024 - 08.2024

Intern, Artist Care & Event Coordinatination

Frankhan
05.2023 - 02.2024

Bachelor of Science - International Relations And Affairs

Istanbul Bilgi University, Turkey

No Degree - Business Administration

KU Leuven

High School Diploma -

Ted Bursa College
Emre Karabacak