MY STORY
Throughout my life, I have always strived to be honest and respectful, learn as much as I can, and remain true to my and my organization's values. This has given me many opportunities to learn in a variety of environments and situations, and has afforded me a unique skill set, a drive for excellence, and a passion to create the best solutions possible. Thanks for visiting and I would love the opportunity to connect with you!
MY EXPERIENCE
LEAD PRODUCTION DIRECTOR, NEWPOINTE COMMUNITY CHURCH
September 2013 - Present
Responsible for leading the Production Volunteer Teams, Execution of weekend services and special events, coaching and developemtn of Production Directors from other campuses, working within the Creative Arts Department to support music, creative element, and set design needs, design/recommendations for and installation of production systems at multiple campuses, supporting other departments as needed, preventative maintenance, and accountable for production budget.
During my time at NewPointe, I have built up the volunteer team in numbers, rebuilt and brought clarity to the IMAG program, made continual improvements and increased the integration of all key AVL systems throughout NewPointe's main 125,000 sq ft facility, assisted with design and build of 3 portable campus launches, worked with integrators to execute a major video systems upgrade valued at $350,000, oversaw the AVL integration process and installation for a new campus building valued at $500,000, and was involved in many other small and medium sized projects and upgrades, as well as FOH audio, lighting design and programming for weekend services and special events over the last 7 years.
Equipment used: Yamaha CL Series, Shure and Sennheiser wireless systems (including frequency coordination), Vista by Chroma-Q, Ross Carbonite and NK series, Hitachi cameras, extensive Dante integration, Behringer X32, Symetrix, BlackMagic ATEM, EV Line Array, QSC Loudspeakers, Chauvet and HighEnd Lighting, and many others.
LEAD INSTALLER, AMISH COUNTRY THEATER
April 2018 - June 2019
Over the course of this year with the Amish Country Theater team, I was the primary technician installing all systems at the Amish Country Theater's newly built performance space, a comedy variety show venue located in Berlin, OH. I was responsible for leading other techs, and supervised and performed wire pulls, termination, and lighting video and FOH systems for a 600 theater, as well as 70v speaker and supporting equipment for the adjoining hotel and event center, and provided recommendations and consulting for the theater owners.
PRODUCTION DIRECTOR, GENERATIONS CHRISTIAN CHURCH
May 2005 - September 2013
Responsible for leading the Production Department including execution of weekend services and special events, recruiting, training, and coordinating volunteer teams, supervising 3 part-time staff positions, and managing the department budget.
During my time at GCC, I progressed from a part time audio contractor, to full time Production Director, overseeing 3 part time staff/contractors. During my tenure, we transitioned buildings, launched an IMAG team, and continued to increase the level of concert style lighting in a church that was on the tail end of a traditional to contemporary transition.
Equipment Used: Avid VENUE Profile, ETC Congo, Panasonic Cameras, Broadcast Pix switcher, Biamp systems, Martin Mac250, ColorBlast, Martin Line Array, and many others.
GUEST SERVICE ATTENDANT, TARGET STORES
March 2008 - August 2011
Responsibilities include managing a team of 5-12 or more team members every shift, striving to meet company and store goals, maintaining the Target Brand, training, and providing Guest Service. Secondary duties include equipment troubleshooting, cash handling, operating photo lab equipment, and merchandising. Recognized by several team leaders as a “Top Contributor.”
SHIFT MANAGER, MCDONALD'S
May 2001 - February 2008
Responsibilities include managing a crew of 4-12 crew members every shift, controlling costs, meeting store goals, training, and customer service. Certified in Advanced Shift Management. Secondary duties included cash handling, preventative maintenance, signing, and training. Received “Shift Manager of the Year” award and a Commendation from McDonald’s Corporate Innovation Team.
MY SKILLS
TOURING LEVEL SOUND ENGINEERING
Large and medium format digital audio consoles, Dante audio networking, touring grade sound reinforcement, RF Coordination of 50+ wireless channels, mixing live audio for audiences of 1,000 to 5,000 people in multiple styles including rock, acoustic, choral, theater, live speaking, and others.
LIVE VIDEO ENGINEERING
Directing and producing Live IMAG with 4+ ENG cameras/operators for audiences of 1,000 or more, and online web stream, highly skilled in complex ProPresenter implementations, recording, routing and distribution of multiple SDI feeds.
LIGHTING DESIGN AND PROGRAMMING
Programming complex lighting programs on Vista lighting platform, experience utilizing all types of moving lights, led, and conventional fixtures, and video.
LIVE EVENT PRODUCTION
Experience designing and coordinating event programming and elements from multiple disciplines, into one cohesive live experience in multiple venues, including live talent and crews, multitrack audio playback, multi-format video playback, timecode and lighting.
INTEGRATION
Production systems design for small to medium size venues (up to 1,500 seats) including computer and audio/video equipment specification, signal flow design, and installation (including cable pulling and termination of XLR, BNC, Cat5/6). Cross-connection of multiple on site venues with bi-directional audio and video feeds. Experience working in multiple types of spaces from conference room a/v, medium size meeting spaces, to full production performance venues. Automation of audio and lighting systems in themed environments and event center spaces. Designing user friendly systems for non-tech oriented users, and training.
VIDEO PRODUCTION
Experience in small scale video production, including DSLR and mirrorless cameras, shooting and editing, audio capture, and lighting for video.
LEADERSHIP
Supervision and management of both volunteers and employees in multiple contexts, in some cases teams of 30 or more. I possess a coaching/teaching leadership style, with a high degree of managing for strengths and weaknesses. Recruitment and on ramping of volunteers.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Church, retail and food service supervisory experience, including anticipating attendee/customer’s needs, delighting guests, customer recovery, and de-escalation.
SOFTWARE
MacOSX and Windows Operating Systems, Microsoft Office, Adobe Premiere, FCP 7, ProPresenter, Planning Center Online, QLAB, Limited AutoCAD and Vectorworks, and others.
NETWORKING AND IT
Basic network design, structured cable install, patch panel and cable termination, IP address/device management, general computer repair and maintenance.
EDUCATION
PASCO-HERNANDO STATE COLLEGE
September 2003 - December 2005
Associate in Arts degree. Member Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society,
Graduated with Honors.
