SUMMARY
Diversely experienced Production Manager, Producer, Event Specialist, Tour Manager, Technical Director, and Audio Engineer with a proven record of event and project management. Excels at organization, client service, team and vendor management, as well as making difficult decisions under pressure, under deadline, and within budget.
Core Proficiencies
· Production Management
· Executing in fast paced environment
· Concert and Event Management
· Multi-tasking
· Interpersonal Skills
· Budgeting
· Client Communication
· Team Leadership
· Vendor Relationships
· Special Events
· Quick to learn new skills and platforms
· Strategic Planning
· Oral and Written Communication
· Organization
· Self-Motivated
· Technologically Minded
· Documentation
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Temple Rock Productions, Senior Technical Producer (Jan 2020 – July 2020)
· Producer and Technical Director on multiple domestic US and international event projects through pre-production with budgets of $10M+.
· Led the creation and development of internal and external COVID-19 Response and Health and Safety plans, including contributing to Event Safety Alliance Re-Opening Guide.
· Engaged in new business development collaborating with internal team to create pitch decks, budgets, and presentations for new and existing clients.
· Copywriting for client-facing and public facing documentation and copy.
· Produced and maintained event drawings and floor plans using Vectorworks, collaborating with internal team and vendors to ensure accuracy.
· Responsible for RFQ and vendor management process for multiple vendors, freelancers, and internal teams per event.
· Contributed to the planning and execution of virtual events and remote presenter kit design and implementation.
The Rave/Eagles Club, Production Manager (2017 – 2020)
· Production Manager for six (6) venues ranging in sizes from 400 to 4000 persons averaging 160+ shows per year [The Eagles Ballroom, The Eagles Club Stage, The Rave, Rave II, Rave Bar, The Penthouse Lounge].
· Advanced all aspects of concerts and special events including audio, lighting, video, rigging, décor, catering, travel, parking, hospitality, and BOH operations.
· Led the hiring and management of a staff of over 100 persons directly and interfacing with up to 200.
· Created and executed training programs for all Production staff.
· Managed the prediction and execution of budgets for each event within predetermined expenses, including over $1M per year in show expenditures.
· Responsible for Production Department purchasing and ROI management for multiple projects up to $50k.
· Managed overall labor budgets of $300k+ yearly.
· Collaborated with bookings, marketing, social media, box office, and FOH teams to ensure accurate information and smooth event flow.
· Primary point of contact for artists, event teams, clients, and vendors in advance and on day of show.
· Responsible for RFQ and rental contract negotiation.
Chance The Rapper, Production Manager/Tour Manager/Monitor Engineer (2013 – 2016)
· Led all aspects of touring production (audio, lighting, video, SFX, décor).
· Led Production RFQ and vendor management for contracts up to $150k
· Executed all logistics and travel management (personnel and equipment) for a team of 25-35 utilizing Google Calendar, Master Tour, Email, and Text.
· Mixed stage monitors for artist and acted as primary supervisor for all stage set up and performances.
· Managed show accounting and final reconciliation with artist, touring team, vendors, and business management.
· Collaborated with internal and external team members to craft designs and concepts and delegated tasks appropriately.
Aretha Franklin, Production Manager/FOH Engineer (2011 – 2012)
· Led the execution of all elements of production for touring show including audio, lighting, staging, décor, and video.
· Collaborated with local promoters and vendors and finalized production needs and show expenses.
· Advanced all shows and communicated relevant information to local reps and tour.
· Mixed FOH audio and supervised the performance of production crew.
Freelance, Production Manager/ Tour Manager/Audio Engineer (2003 – 2017)
· Planned and executed a wide range of events including artist touring, concerts, corporate events, medical conferences, special events, political rallies, and awards shows.
· Specification, set up, operation, and tear down of audio, lighting, video, staging, scenic, and production elements to meet client needs.
· Proven track record of communication, multitasking, show advance, scheduling, accounting, and execution.
Gand Concert Sound, Audio Engineer (2008 – 2013)
· Contributed to the set up, operation, and tear down of large scale concert sound systems for a variety of clients ranging from concerts to corporate and political events.
· Managed local, volunteer, and IATSE labor on site.
· Acted as point of contact for clients on site and throughout advance process to ensure that all needs were met and executed.
EDUCATION and CERTIFICATION
· Columbia College Chicago – BA in Audio Arts and Acoustics (2009) Lead concentration TA
· OSHA 30 Certified
· Dante, Yamaha, and Synaudcon Audio Certifications
TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)
- Google Suite (Calendar, Docs, Sheets)
- Familiar with digital conferencing platforms such as Zoom, Skype, and Teams.
- Concert technology (audio, lighting, visual, décor, rigging)
Timely and concise digital communication