Jasmyn Barfield
About Jasmyn Barfield
Jasmyn Barfield is an experienced event planner currently working at Yale University, where she coordinates event planning with various university offices to align with strategic goals. She has a background in communication and has held roles at Eastern Connecticut State University and Fingerprint Communications.
Work at Yale University
Jasmyn Barfield has been serving as an Event Planner at Yale University since 2021. In this role, she coordinates with various university offices and officials to ensure that event planning aligns with the institution's strategic goals. She develops and implements program content for events in collaboration with the Director of President's House and Events. Additionally, she manages the events calendar using the President's House events database and supervises an onsite team, which includes caterers, audio-visual technicians, and facility management during events.
Previous Experience in Event Coordination
Before her current position at Yale University, Jasmyn Barfield worked as an Events Coordinator at Eastern Connecticut State University from 2017 to 2020. During her three years there, she gained valuable experience in planning and executing various events. She also held a role as a Public Relations Intern at Fingerprint Communications in 2019 for two months, where she contributed to public relations efforts in New York City. Additionally, she worked as an Assistant Media Planner at Carat USA for five months in 2021.
Education and Expertise
Jasmyn Barfield earned her Bachelor's degree in Communication from Eastern Connecticut State University, completing her studies from 2016 to 2020. This educational background has equipped her with the necessary skills to effectively plan and manage events. Her expertise includes producing hybrid events through platforms like Zoom, where she ensures that all security features are properly set up for a smooth experience.
Event Management Skills
In her role as an Event Planner, Jasmyn Barfield demonstrates strong event management skills. She coordinates logistics and collaborates with various stakeholders to ensure successful event execution. Her responsibilities include managing the events calendar and overseeing onsite operations, which involve liaising with caterers and technical staff to deliver seamless events. Her ability to produce hybrid events showcases her adaptability to changing event formats.