Event Technology ||| Entertainment Management & Marketing
Education: B.A. in Theatre Arts – Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University
EVENT TECHNOLOGY
Well-rounded in all aspects of audio/visual technology, both in regards to live performances as well as corporate events, ensuring timely planning and a focus on safe execution of each production. Excellent customer service and time management skills, as well as extensive experience in leadership roles over large and small crews and projects.
Skill Sets:
- Analog & digital audio consoles, and sound system installation
- Lighting programming, conventional & intelligent lights, and DMX protocol
- Projection systems, video switcher/scalers, and signal distribution
- Quotes, upselling, and billing for all audio/visual needs
- Safe install, execution, and tear-down of events
- Management of crews of up to 180 employees and contractors
Certifications:
- OSHA 30 Hour – General Industry
- Class IV & V Powered Industrial Lift Trucks (exp 1/2022)
- Scissor Lifts & Aerial Work Platforms (exp 3/2022)
- FEMA Special Events Contingency Planning for Public Safety Agencies
- Authorized User for Fall Protection
- Drug-Free Workplace: Reasonable Suspicion Testing
- Manually Propelled Work Platforms (expired)
Relevant Work Experience:
Rhino Staging – Safety Supervisor, Stagehand & A/V Technician
Denver, CO & Dallas, TX – 4/2017-present
Dobil Laboratories – Audio/Visual Technician & Task Force Director
Nationwide – 3/2009-present
Freelance Theatrical Lighting Technician
Nationwide – 01/2006-present
Virginia Western Community College – Media Specialist II
Roanoke, VA – 1/2005-12/2005
Hotel Roanoke – Technology Specialist
Roanoke, VA – 5/2004-11/2005
ENTERTAINMENT MANAGEMENT & MARKETING
Extensive experience managing the interests of artists, venues and retail outlets to come to a mutually beneficial relationship leading to successful events and product sold. Full promotion of projects and events, taking advantage of both hard copy promotion opportunities as well as all current and emerging technology platforms. Significant experience in social media and digital marketing strategies.
Skill Sets:
- Graphic design & photo editing: Photoshop, Lightroom, Spark & GIMP
- Email marketing: ConstantContact, Robly, and MailChimp
- Audio & video editing: Audacity, Premiere Rush & CyberLink Power Director
- Web design & content management: WordPress, Blogger & HTML
- PC & Mac operating systems; MS Office, OpenOffice, & Google Drive
- Social media management and scheduling on all major platforms
- Project management, event planning, and sponsor relationships
- Content creation & editing, and contract creation & execution
- Digital & hardcopy product distribution, street team management
- SEO: keyword research, Google Search Console, SEMRush
- CRM management & automation: ActiveCampaign, HubSpot
Select Certifications:
- Amazon Sponsored Ads Foundations (exp 7/2021)
- Google Analytics Individual Qualification (exp 4/2021)
- Google Ads (All Courses) (exp 8/2021)
- Google DFP Fundamentals for Traffickers
- HubSpot Content Marketing (exp 4/2023)
- HubSpot Inbound Marketing (exp 5/2022)
- HubSpot Email Marketing (exp 4/2022)
- HubSpot Marketing Software (exp 7/2022)
- HubSpot Reporting (exp 7/2022)
- HubSpot Sales Software (exp 7/2022)
- HubSpot Social Media (exp 4/2022)
- Microsoft Advertising / Bing Ads (exp 7/2021)
- SEMrush SEO Fundamentals (exp 4/2021)
- Snapchat Advertising Essentials
Relevant Work Experience:
Common Cause – Social Media Monitor, Reddit Team Captain (Volunteer)
Arlington, TX – 10/2020-7/2021
CCI Training Center – Marketing Manager
Arlington, TX – 2/2021-7/2021
Dickens Opera House – Talent Buyer & Promoter
Longmont, CO – 6/2014-11/2015 & 9/2017-12/2018
Boulder Weekly – Marketing Manager / Event Manager
Boulder, CO – 10/2015-10/2016 & 3/2018-11/2018
Longmont Downtown Development Authority – Marketing Committee (Volunteer)
Longmont, CO – 10/2014-10/2016
Radio-Active-Music.com – Independent Record Label Owner
Nationwide – 5/2004-7/2012
Strangeland Records – Head of Promotions
Annandale, VA – 11/2006-1/2008