Experience

The Neo-Futurists

• United States
• Entertainment
• 1 - 100 Employee

• • Mar 2020 - Present

  **Due to COVID-19 restrictions on live performance, The Neo-Futurists shifted their weekly live show to an entirely online format, re-titling the show "The Infinite Wrench Goes Viral"**- Provide video and sound editing assistance to all performing ensemble members using Adobe Premiere and Adobe Audition- Use HTML and CSS coding to create and maintain a weekly microsite for the show- Host and maintain 3 Zoom meeting rehearsals per week- Maintain documentation for all pieces chosen for the show each week including correct tiles, technical notes, and upload links- Send rehearsal reminders and updates to the performing ensemble and facilitate any questions and conversations between ensemble members and technical staff Show less

• • Mar 2018 - Present

  - Train all new technicians and stage managers on proper booth boot up and shut down procedures as well as in depth programming and operation training for the ETC Element light board and QLab sound and projection program- Regular maintenance of the space's 150-seat theater which includes inventory tracking and maintenance, regular light focuses, annual grid resets, show file archiving and computer maintenance, and space painting as needed- Collect and maintain scheduling for all technicians for annual runs in The Neo-Futurists on-going show "The Infinite Wrench" Show less

• • Jul 2013 - Present

  - Perform regular runs (minimum of 12 weeks per year) of The Neo-Futurists' on-going weekly show "The Infinite Wrench"- Collaborate with performing ensemble members to create lighting, projection, and sound designs for each piece- Maintain and update documentation of all designs (both new and updated) each week- During the show, operate lighting, projections, and sound; troubleshooting any issues that may arise during performance

• • Sep 2015 - Jan 2020

  - Facilitate hiring freelance designers for each project- Schedule and run all meetings between staff, designers, and creators; document and distribute meeting minutes, calendars, contact sheets, space drawings and designs to project teams- Act as main liaison for all incoming artists to the space- Maintain regular communications about project timeline and deadlines- Facilitate ordering of project materials and track project spending within each department- Assist production team when needed Show less

• • Sep 2015 - Apr 2018

  - Once per week, count and document all incoming cash flow in Quickbooks- Order all supplies needed for the space (paper goods, food, equipment, etc) and communicate with regular vendors for reoccurring orders- Facilitate space tours and training sessions for all incoming artists- Maintain the functionality and cleanliness of 150-seat theater, large multi-purpose room, storage areas and other audience access areas of the space- On-call support for all artists in the space- Assist artists with installation of pieces within the space Show less

• • Oct 2013 - Sep 2015

  - Attend all production rehearsals, meetings and performances- Compile and distribute daily rehearsal and performance reports to all staff and designers- Distribute daily calls to performers- Maintain all script changes and updates- Maintain and uphold rehearsal and performance timelines- Operate lighting, sound, projections, and any other technical elements during performances- Communicate with performers, designer, and staff on any changes to the production



Art Institute of Chicago

• United States
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 700 & Above Employee

• Audio Visual Technician

  • Nov 2019 - Present

  - Provide technical assistance to live events, meetings, and conferences - Run event video recording, lighting, sound mixing, and/or projected presentations - Collaborate with guest artists and staff on programming needs - Monitor and maintain museum exhibit equipment during museum hours - Host Zoom meeting and Webinars, providing technical assistance to presenters and participants - Provide technical assistance to live events, meetings, and conferences - Run event video recording, lighting, sound mixing, and/or projected presentations - Collaborate with guest artists and staff on programming needs - Monitor and maintain museum exhibit equipment during museum hours - Host Zoom meeting and Webinars, providing technical assistance to presenters and participants



Manual Cinema

• United States
• Performing Arts
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Touring Stage Manager

  • Feb 2018 - Present

  - Maintain, update, and distribute tour schedule and duties to all performers and staff on a daily basis - Communicate with the Company Manager about any needs or issues that may arise on the road - Collaborate with venue staff on set up and strike of the show - Run lighting focus and programming in collaboration with venue staff - Assist with equipment, costume, and prop maintenance including puppets, masks, overhead projectors, practical lighting, stage furniture, cameras, and screens - Compile and distribute daily rehearsal and performance reports to internal company staff and venue staff Show less



Freelance

• Chicago, Illinois, United States

• Lighting Technician

  • May 2013 - Present

  I've worked freelance lighting calls at various venues around Chicago including Lookingglass Theatre, Victory Gardens Theatre, Strawdog Theatre, The Studebaker Theater, Northlight Theatre, The Athenaeum, Northwestern University, Chicago Children's Theater, Court Theater, Theater Wit, Stage 773, Greenhouse Theater Center, The Ruth Page Center, The Storefront Theater, and The Den among others. I've worked freelance lighting calls at various venues around Chicago including Lookingglass Theatre, Victory Gardens Theatre, Strawdog Theatre, The Studebaker Theater, Northlight Theatre, The Athenaeum, Northwestern University, Chicago Children's Theater, Court Theater, Theater Wit, Stage 773, Greenhouse Theater Center, The Ruth Page Center, The Storefront Theater, and The Den among others.



Blue Man Group

• Entertainment Providers
• 100 - 200 Employee

• • Jul 2019 - Jun 2020

  - Set, maintain, clean and repair all assigned props- Execute assigned backstage track efficiently and safely- Perform onstage scene changes quietly and accurately- Capture onstage performance moments on camera while maintaining the safety of performers and audience members- Communicate with performers, crew, band and stage manager regarding any issues that may arise during performances and assist with troubleshooting when appropriate - Collaborate with performers and crew to maintain the integrity of the show during each performance Show less

• • May 2018 - Jun 2020

  - Operate Blue Man Group's video system during assigned performances- Follow proper start-up and shut-down procedures at the top and end of each day- Maintain and troubleshoot all video hardware which include 15 multi-panel LED displays, 3 MacPro computers, 3 handheld cameras and their feeds (both wired and wireless), 1 GoPro. - Maintain and troubleshoot all video software which includes SIMPTE interface syncing feed, custom built feed routing software, El Gato recording interface, QLab, and Resolume Show less

• • May 2018 - Jun 2020

  - Operate GrandMA 2 lighting console during assigned performances- Execute proper start-up and shut-down procedures including a full light check at the top of each shift- Maintain a working knowledge of all related equipment in the space- Attend bi-weekly lighting calls to focus, clean, and troubleshoot any outstanding lighting issues- Perform maintenance on broken equipment which may include disassembly, reassembly, soldering, and/or reprogramming



Metropolis Performing Arts Centre

• United States
• Non-profit Organization Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Stage Crew Sub and Freelance Technician

  • Nov 2006 - May 2013



Forest View Educational Center

• United States
• Entertainment Providers

• Lighting Board Operator

  • Sep 2008 - Apr 2010