Project Manager

• Aug 2022 - Present

Production Manager

• Nov 2021 - Jun 2022

Project Manager

• Apr 2021 - Nov 2021

Virtual Meeting Specialist

• Nov 2020 - Apr 2021

Experienced Virtual Meeting Specialist available to assist with your next project. • PLANNING - Virtual meetings and solutions are each unique in their own way. If you are new to virtual meetings and events altogether or just need a resource, i would be happy to talk you through the basic processes and technologies. • PRODUCTION - As both a Technician and Director I have experience managing meetings with software platforms such as Zoom, Global Meet, 6Connex, and many more. I supervise and integrate client media and presentation material such as Microsoft Powerpoint decks, Keynote slides, client video clips, and any other web-based media content to be shown. During meetings I will also perform other technical tasks such as conducting polling, organizing breakouts, and oversee media recordings. • VALUE - Taking a simple Zoom call and transforming it into a professionally broadcast production can be achieved by simply preparing your speakers correctly, and utilizing a handful of speaker tools. I will work with your team and presenters to implement simple but proven techniques that add polished production value to your next virtual meeting or event. • GEAR - Newly Upgraded Virtual Home studio with reliable 100mb data service, PC, Mac, back-up system, remote slide advance, and many other options.

Project Manager

• Oct 2014 - Nov 2020

• Multi-task role as Project Manager, Technician, and Administrator • Estimated project budgets, generated proposals, and negotiated products and services • Planned and operated audio, video, LED, and projection equipment for over 200 successful projects • Strategized and developed company website and digital presence • Designed and collaborated CAD drawings and renderings to aid in planning and organization • Coordinated equipment preparation, transportation, and logistics • Recruited, hired, and managed on-site contractors and crew, locally and nationally • Maintained highly proficient audiovisual and production technical knowledge base • Developed long-standing strategic partnerships with key vendors and colleagues • Skilled A1 Audio Engineer, proficient in all aspects of sound design and reinforcement

Audiovisual Specialist

• Jul 2004 - Oct 2014

• Managed day-to-day operational logistics, task organization, and labor planning for over 3,000 client events per year • Provided audiovisual technology solutions for clients’ meetings and events • Established new client relationships through networking and business development • Created training and incentive programs to focus on goals and educate team members • Developed strong leadership and personnel management skills • Mastered the audiovisual equipment and technologies utilized in this role

Driver/Technician - Asst. Warehouse Mngr.

• Jun 2003 - Jul 2004

• Performed setup and operation of basic and large-scale audio, video, and lighting systems • Assisted in the day-to-day management of warehouse duties, including scheduling staff, organizing equipment, and asset maintenance • Organized and dispatched trucking logistics, extremely familiar with Chicago geography • Performed setup and operation of basic and large-scale audio, video, and lighting systems • Assisted in the day-to-day management of warehouse duties, including scheduling staff, organizing equipment, and asset maintenance • Organized and dispatched trucking logistics, extremely familiar with Chicago geography

Sound Engineer - Production Staff

• Nov 2000 - Jun 2003

• Engineered world-class on-board sound systems, mixed all daily Vegas-style production shows, acts, and performances at sea • Maintained and repaired all on-board audio entertainment systems throughout the ship’s showrooms, bars, and lounges • Gained crowd and crisis management certification while performing safety duties • Engineered world-class on-board sound systems, mixed all daily Vegas-style production shows, acts, and performances at sea • Maintained and repaired all on-board audio entertainment systems throughout the ship’s showrooms, bars, and lounges • Gained crowd and crisis management certification while performing safety duties