Resumé

Synopsis of Achievements

  • Developed and deployed a successful technical internship program

  • Proactive planning that led to a notable increase in morale and productivity

  • Possess a real-world understanding of the importance of deadlines and a willingness to do what is necessary to get the job done

  • Greatly increased departmental productivity by identifying key opportunities for improvement

  • Nominated for AriZoni award for Sound Design

  • Earned and maintained the Arizona State University Presidential scholarship for academic excellence

Employment

2009 - Present Freelance Technical Director

  • Plan and budget scenic elements based on Scenic Designer’s vision and technical constraints

  • Organize and manage volunteer/staff carpenters to ensure construction of quality scenic elements

  • Produce/maintain inventory of stock scenic goods

  • Create time-table for production of scenic elements

  • Create scenic elements that are capable of travelling, depending on location of performance

  • Load in/out scenic elements from various venues


2009 - Present Freelance Sound Designer

  • Plan out microphone plots for live sound mixing for musicals

  • Create microphone plots that actors can follow for swapping mid-show

  • Load in/out audio equipment including wiring company mixers into house sound systems

  • Mix live sound sources with pre-recorded elements on both analogue and digital consoles


2022 - Present Grand Canyon University - Phoenix, AZ - Master Carpenter

  • Construct scenic elements per drafts and Technical Director’s instruction.

  • Instruct students on safe and proper use of tools.

  • Manage technical aspects of theater while Technical Director is unavailable.

  • Oversee Hang/Focus of lighting instruments in conjunction with Student Master Electrician.

  • Troubleshoot issues with tools, lighting instruments, sound, and video equipment.


2009 - 2012 Mesa Arts Center - Mesa, AZ - Over-Hire Staff

  • Act as liaison between road crews and facility

  • Perform maintenance of house stock inventory lighting/sound equipment

  • Perform duties as usual for the following positions:

      • Audio Engineer/ A1/A2

      • Flyrail Operator

      • Weight Loader

      • Carpenter

      • Lighting Technician

      • Rigger


2010 - 2012 Rhino Staging - Phoenix, AZ - Over-Hire Staff

  • Act as liaison between road crews and facility

  • Perform duties as usual for the following positions:

      • Audio Engineer/ A1/A2

      • Flyrail Operator

      • Weight Loader

      • Carpenter

      • Lighting Technician

      • Rigger


2010 Theaterworks - Peoria, AZ - Production Manager/Technical Director

  • Oversee budget and scheduling for Peoria Center for the Performing Arts

  • Review resumes and interview potential candidates for technical and design roles

  • Create and implement Technical Theater internship program

  • Oversee contractors and volunteers to ensure timely creation of scenic elements

  • Plan and budget scenic elements based on Scenic Designer’s vision and technical/budgetary limitations

  • Perform maintenance of house inventory lighting/sound equipment


2006 - 2009 Arizona State University - Tempe, AZ - Scene Shop Staff/Run Crew

  • Build scenic and prop elements based on designer drafts

  • Train students on safe handling of equipment and proper scenic construction techniques

  • Perform maintenance of house inventory lighting/sound equipment

  • Act as liaison between road crews and facility

  • Perform duties as usual for the following positions:

      • Audio Engineer

      • Flyrail Operator

      • Weight Loader

      • Carpenter

      • Lighting Technician

      • Rigger

Education

2004 - 2009 Arizona State University - Tempe, AZ

Bachelor of Arts - Theater Design and Production