Objective
To work in a challenging full-time position in live production where my experiences and interests will contribute to the organizational, operational, and creative environment of a professional theater and or production. Put simply, I wish to build worlds and spark imagination on a daily basis.
Work Experience
CIRQUE DU SOLEIL - Las Vegas, Nevada
RSD Rotational / Show Automation Technician - September 2021 to Present
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Full-time maintenance & support technician for Las Vegas resident shows including: "The Beatles LOVE", 'O', "Micheal Jackson ONE", and "KA".
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Responsibilities consist of completing weekly, monthly, and annual inspections; as well as repairing and upgrading equipment as needed.
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Automation console operator for day-time rehearsals and night-time shows.
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Maintain inventory for Nomad consoles and spare parts across all Cirque du Soleil resident shows.
IL SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 PERFORMING ARTS CENTER - Huntley, IL
Technical Director - January 2014 to September 2014 / July 2015 to September 2021
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Responsible for the operation, maintenance, and upkeep for a 619 seat theater.
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Design, purchase, and install lighting, audio, video, and rigging systems. Including the addition of the 110-seat Blackbox Theater. (2019)
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Oversees full-time Assistant Technical Director.
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Implemented and Responsible for Online and Box Office Ticketing System.
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Manages a $95,000 equipment and maintenance budget.
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Total of 458 rehearsals, musicals, plays, meetings, events, etc on average per year.
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7 - 9 plus Main-Stage productions a year. (Design, Construction, Technical Direction)
THE WOODSTOCK OPERA HOUSE - Woodstock, Illinois
Production Assistant - September 2014 to July 2015
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Ensure proper operation and safety of audio, lighting, and rigging systems for both local and outside personnel.
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Provide sound reinforcement, lighting design/operation, and special effect per request of the client.
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Work with Technical Director to lead “Load In” and “Strike” of touring events.
VER- Video Equipment Rentals - Orlando, Florida
Assistant Video Projectionist - January 2013 to March 2013
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Maintenance and repair of video projectors. (Including Christie, Barco, Panasonic, etc)
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Responsible for documentation and organization of video projection equipment.
Education
Course Director’s Awards:
MIDI, Introduction to Show Production Systems, Audiotronics, Critical Listening, Interactive Audio, Lighting Concepts and Design, Introduction to Music Business, Installation Technology, and Advanced Concert Design
Full Sail University - Winter Park, Florida
Show Production & Touring - Bachelors of Science, graduated November 1st 2013
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GPA: 4.0/4.0
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Valedictorian
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Perfect Attendance
Capital University - Columbus, Ohio
Music Education / Music Technology, Attended August 2011 thru December 2011
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GPA: 3.8 / 4.0
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Perfect Attendance
Saint Henry High School - Saint Henry, Ohio
High School Diploma
Certifications
Aerial Work Platform Certified
CPR and First Aid Certified (AHA)
Fall Protection - Authorized Person
OSHA 10 Certification
Crowd Manager Certification
Construction Skills
Carpentry (Advanced)
MIG Welding (Basic)
CNC Operation (Advanced)
Theatrical Rigging (Intermediate)
3D Printing (Basic)
Software Skills
Apple Logic
Vectorworks
Resolume Media Server
EOS Concert
Dante Network Audio
Qlab
Adobe Illustrator (Basic)
Gear
Audio:
Avid Venue Series
Yamaha Audio Products
DiGiCo Audio Products
Lighting:
ETC Eos Products
GrandMA 2
Moving Light programing / repair
Production Comms:
Clear Com 2-Wire
Free Speak II
Automation:
TAIT Nomad (Cham 5 / E-Cham)
Interests
Stage Automation
Pixel Mapping
Pyrotechnics
Unique Stage Effects
Performer Fly Systems
Working At Height