Joe Kenny
Assistant Technical Director at John W. Engeman Theater at Northport- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Apple Certified Macintosh Technician (ACMT)
AppleFeb, 2018- Oct, 2024 -
Apple Certified Portable Technician (ACPT)
AppleApr, 2017- Oct, 2024 -
Recognized Rapier & Dagger Stage Combat
Society of American Fight DirectorsNov, 2015- Oct, 2024 -
Recognized Single Sword Stage Combatant
Society of American Fight DirectorsMay, 2014- Oct, 2024 -
Recognized Unarmed Stage Combat
Society of American Fight DirectorsMay, 2013- Oct, 2024 -
Apple Certified Technician for Pro Products
Apple
Experience
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John W. Engeman Theater at Northport
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant Technical Director
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Feb 2023 - Present
Second in command for all technical needs of ongoing productions and special events. Interpret scenic designs and execute their construction; ensuring proper safety measures and monitoring daily workloads. Hang, focus, and cable theatrical lighting grids. Manage breaks and assign tasks for the carpentry and scenic paint teams. Second in command for all technical needs of ongoing productions and special events. Interpret scenic designs and execute their construction; ensuring proper safety measures and monitoring daily workloads. Hang, focus, and cable theatrical lighting grids. Manage breaks and assign tasks for the carpentry and scenic paint teams.
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Freelance
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Egypt
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Human Resources
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1 - 100 Employee
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Video Editor
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Mar 2020 - Present
-Proficient in Final Cut Pro and additional plugins. In-depth experience with of Mac OS, iOS and their applications. -Knowledge of Youtube and other video-sharing platforms; understanding of optimal thumbnail and marketing techniques. -Edited film & stage trailers, animated/ VO content, theatrical showings, and other promotional material including the reimagining of past Apple ad campaigns. -Proficient in Final Cut Pro and additional plugins. In-depth experience with of Mac OS, iOS and their applications. -Knowledge of Youtube and other video-sharing platforms; understanding of optimal thumbnail and marketing techniques. -Edited film & stage trailers, animated/ VO content, theatrical showings, and other promotional material including the reimagining of past Apple ad campaigns.
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Director of IT
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Feb 2021 - Dec 2022
-Co-manage a growing team alongside the company’s founder to maintain timelines for ongoing empowerment campaign, The Warrior Queen Project. Duties include: -Delegate project responsibilities to domestic & international partners to ensure an even distribution of work; monitor each team member’s workload. -Co-lead weekly team meetings to discuss company agendas and provide specific constructive feedback. -Direct and design new and reimagined content (logos, promotional material, social media posts, print ads, etc.) -Edit videos for social media and mass-market content. Collaborate with team members and incorporate synergistic feedback. -Co-created and guest host the Warrior Queen Podcast. Sound engineer & chief audio editor. On occasion, provide written episode descriptions and recording coordination. -Provide regular meeting reports held with industry professionals on vendor contracts and open projects. -Co-leader of weekly meetings to discuss company agendas, ongoing projects, and responsible for delegating tasks to domestic and international partners. -Regularly converse with industry leading film professionals on the archiving, maintenance, and distribution of feature length films. Show less
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Bravia Partners
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United States
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Business Consulting and Services
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Director of IT
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Feb 2021 - Dec 2022
-Overseer of all IT operations. Manage a budget and facilitate the acquisition of all IT/AV equipment. Educate team members on evolving computer capabilities and usage. Present the team with immediate solutions while also clearly explaining the “how” & “why” of the task at hand. -Directed the relocation of equipment for a high-finance office suite. -Managed a team of IT personnel, furniture movers, and equipment removal experts. -Documented worker hours, breaks, and compiled invoices submitted to the accounting team. -Demonstrated initiative by providing carpentry assistance as needed. -Consultant on all company-wide technological ventures; providing reports on SAAS model solutions, evolving technologies, cyber security, data retrieval/archiving, file transfer protocols, and email management. -Coordinated with legal team to facilitate the retrieval of time-sensitive material; produced relevant supporting documents, and ensured the maintenance of a positive company cyber-presence. - Show less
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Apple
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Indonesia
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Software Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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Technical Expert
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Apr 2017 - Feb 2021
-Genius Certified to work on both Mac OS & Apple iOS devices.-Educated and practiced in the disassembly and repair of all Apple products.-Daily experience with and showcasing of SAAS delivery model applications and Cloud subscriptions.-Earned the rating of “Exceeded Expectations” in the field of teamwork. Operated under the ability to flex positions and responsibilities on the fly. Supported co-workers on more complex issues and showcased the ability to multitask variable amounts of customer appointments. -Consistently capitalize on the use of a CRM system to catalog and document customer repairs. -Analyzed notes, collaborated with fellow technicians, and assessed inventory and shipment schedules to ensure customer alignment and boost satisfaction.-Expert in troubleshooting Apple devices and software. Oversaw and executed the Apple designated method of problem-solving. Recognized patterns in owner’s concerns, sought solutions that would better the user experience and educated co-workers on discovered knowledge.-Mastered the customer journey. Charted a planned course of action that allowed both customers and employees to make the most of their time and efforts; clearly defined current wait times, prospective procedure, and the use of available support tools. Show less
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Technical Specialist
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Nov 2014 - Apr 2017
-Consistently performed in the top 5% of store revenue. -Exceeded performance goals for multiple quarters. Recognized for outstanding performance in -------AppleCare Percentage, Accessory Attachment, and NPS.-Piloted the sales team in the company-wide launch of Apple Pay and received market-wide recognition for exceptional customer involvement in the payment program.-Seasoned in high-impact sales, holiday customer influx, and greatly anticipated product launches.-Fostered relationships with customers through a personalized approach to the daily needs of their business or personal product use. -Professional level experience in the fields of Art & Design, Film, and Audio. Advanced consultant knowledge of current market trends, development, and innovation in the aforementioned fields.-Campaigned for fearless feedback between co-workers and management. Delivered and received positive constructive criticism to and from peers through a requested process of shadow/reverse shadowing. Show less
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Astoria Performing Arts Center
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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Technical Director
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Sep 2019 - Jan 2021
-Coordinated the successful build & strike of multiple theatrical productions in both established, and unconventional spaces. -Directed a team of skilled theatrical stage hands in the construction of variously sized, weight-bearing platforms, flats, and fixtures. Ensured that all set pieces were built to exceed safety and security standards for the union talent. -Facilitated the showcase of the company’s performance space for prospective rental clients; and performed necessary repairs and/or spacial adjustments. -Collaborated with designers to perform detailed cuts & specialized masking techniques, which created a unique form of stylized realism. -Knowledge of the Adobe Suite, Audacity, Q-Lab, etc. Ability & experience in operating light and soundboards as well as hanging theatrical lighting fixtures (PAR, Leko, Fresnel, etc.) Show less
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Atlantic Theater Company
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United States
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Performing Arts
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1 - 100 Employee
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Lead Carpenter
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Jan 2020 - Apr 2020
-Consulted with scenic designer David Zinn in the execution and construction of the set for the play, Paris. -Lead teams of 3-5 carpenters in the construction of various build elements; including platform framing, sound dampening, drop ceiling installation, rigging, dry wall installation, paint/compounding, plumbing, and set dressing. -Collaborated with the company’s technical director on planning daily workflows, hardware acquisition, and design interpretation. -Practiced in working under NYC fire code and complying with OSHA build standards. Show less
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Ambrosios Productions
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Co-Founder
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Apr 2016 - Mar 2020
-Oversaw all aspects of production; including talent acquisition, crew management, and event design. -Worked closely with the Producing Artistic Director and Managing Director in securing new musical productions and venues. Corresponded with prominent NYC theatre venues and their administrative teams in order to coordinate production schedules and maintain business connections. -Collaborated with the board of directors to create a succinct vision statement for the company’s future success. Established core values and constructed personalized goals geared towards each director’s strengths. -Redesigned the company’s internal and external websites. Blended modern linear elements with thematic color to create a user-friendly interface that encourages site visitation. Show less
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Education
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2011 - 2015
Adelphi University
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Theatre/Theater (Acting)
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