I'm a multidisciplinary professional with over a decade of experience across hospitality, creative direction, event production, and administrative leadership. I'm passionate about bringing people together through storytelling, design, and strategy, and I excel at building community-driven campaigns, producing immersive events, and optimizing operations.…

Karolynn "Cevi" Rocha-Cevidanes

I'm a multidisciplinary professional with over a decade of experience across hospitality, creative direction, event production, and administrative leadership. I'm passionate about bringing people together through storytelling, design, and strategy, and I excel at building community-driven campaigns, producing immersive events, and optimizing operations.…

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I’m a multidisciplinary professional with over a decade of experience across hospitality, creative direction, event production, and administrative leadership.

I’m passionate about bringing people together through storytelling, design, and strategy, and I excel at building community-driven campaigns, producing immersive events, and optimizing operations.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

Portuguese
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
Chinese
Advanced

Work Experience

Founder & Creative Director at Nova Collective
January 1, 2024 - Present
Founded a creative agency offering event production, experiential marketing, brand activation, and venue consulting; produced multicultural festivals, themed nightlife events, and curated art shows in partnership with local bars and businesses; built partnerships with beverage brands, vendors, and sponsors, increasing visibility and community support.
Sales & Event Rep at Sickening Events (Remote)
January 1, 2024 - Present
Represent West Coast & Hawaii region for queer-owned ticketing platforms supporting nightlife and cultural events. Onboard clients, troubleshoot during event days, and build lasting relationships with promoters and venue partners.
Social Media & Events Manager / Bartender at Proof Social Club
December 31, 2025 - October 4, 2025
Led all programing including bar crawls, live music, themed nights, and social media campaigns; designed visuals, coordinated permits, and developed sponsor decks and recap reports; boosted foot traffic by 60% through targeted marketing and strategic partnerships.
Bar Manager at San Paolo Pizza & Wine
August 31, 2024 - October 4, 2025
Built cocktail and wine program from scratch, driving a 75% increase in beverage sales; recruited and trained staff, managed inventory, and collaborated with chefs and distributors to ensure quality service.
Administrative Assistant at Keller Williams Honolulu
September 30, 2025 - October 4, 2025
Provided office support for two locations, assisted with event planning, scheduling, and internal communications.
Military Intelligence Analyst & Logistics Specialist at U.S. Army
March 10, 2010 - January 23, 2020
Managed logistics, training, and HR functions for large-scale military operations; Held Top Secret/SCI clearance; known for reliability, leadership, and administrative precision.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (3D forms) at University of Hawai'i at Manoa
January 9, 2023 - May 1, 2025

Qualifications

Top Secret/SCI Clearance
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2020

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Retail, Transportation & Logistics, Government

Skills

Experience Level