-Assisted in the management of the building and load-in of a set for a two-show repertory run (The Little Foxes & Appropriated).

-Developed and implemented improvement initiatives in quality, efficiency, training, and safety of Productions at Dodge College and in the Production Design facilities.-Actively assisted in the development of a learning ethos in production design that encouraged beginning and experienced students to develop skills, confidence, inclusiveness, autonomy and leadership.-Supervised production work for quality and compliance with industry safety standards. Mentored and instructed students in… Show more -Developed and implemented improvement initiatives in quality, efficiency, training, and safety of Productions at Dodge College and in the Production Design facilities.-Actively assisted in the development of a learning ethos in production design that encouraged beginning and experienced students to develop skills, confidence, inclusiveness, autonomy and leadership.-Supervised production work for quality and compliance with industry safety standards. Mentored and instructed students in correct production techniques.-Designed and produced scenic, lighting, and signage elements of significant events for Dodge College. -Created and regularly updated department work instructions and reports. Show less

-Supervised the use of the theater by outside companies and quickly resolved any issues involving technical show elements.-Prepared detailed daily reports recording front-of-house and back-of-house operations.-Maintained quality and safety standards equivalent to South Coast Repertory's high standards.-Worked with House Management and visiting theater companies to ensure patrons' exceptional experience.-Interpreted CAD drawings to produce theatrical elements.-Trained under… Show more -Supervised the use of the theater by outside companies and quickly resolved any issues involving technical show elements.-Prepared detailed daily reports recording front-of-house and back-of-house operations.-Maintained quality and safety standards equivalent to South Coast Repertory's high standards.-Worked with House Management and visiting theater companies to ensure patrons' exceptional experience.-Interpreted CAD drawings to produce theatrical elements.-Trained under master theatrical Technical Director, John Lagerquist. Show less

-Contracted with event companies to create custom lighting, special effects and scenic elements to match the creative vision of each production. -Employed Vectorworks to design scale plots for lighting rigs designating fixtures, dimmers and channel numbers.-Determined the best lighting design and techniques according to location and situation.-Created a load in and load out schedule and managed the staff (occasionally union crews) in the implementation of the work.

-Managed the production elements of an annual large-scale fundraising event produced at the Honda Center featuring headlining artists and students; including Pre-show events and dinner, Awards style show, concert & Post-show meet & greet.-Worked closely with Producers to assist in any way possible from working with the artists' management to directing crowds at VIP Meet and Greet after the show.-Shows Artists Included: Whoopi Goldberg, Walter Cronkite, Jane Goodall, Christopher Reeve… Show more -Managed the production elements of an annual large-scale fundraising event produced at the Honda Center featuring headlining artists and students; including Pre-show events and dinner, Awards style show, concert & Post-show meet & greet.-Worked closely with Producers to assist in any way possible from working with the artists' management to directing crowds at VIP Meet and Greet after the show.-Shows Artists Included: Whoopi Goldberg, Walter Cronkite, Jane Goodall, Christopher Reeve, Bob Newhart, Natalie Cole, Kenny Loggins, The Doobie Brothers, Gladys Knight, Chicago, Stevie Nicks, Reba McEntire, The Steve Miller Band, Earth, Wind & Fire, and Heart.-Stage managed various additional shows as needed. Show less

-Mentored students in producing theatrical productions, including lighting design, stage management, and backstage operations.-Assisted in the design, scheduling, and running of Theater and Dance Department special events including the Grand opening festivities of the Theater Complex.-Analyzed technical and design issues and recommended solutions.

-Mentored students in producing theatrical productions, including directing, acting, scenic and lighting design, and front-of-house operations.-Set up and maintain all technical aspects of theater for season and rentals.-Lead and supervise all crew.-Arranged details with Santa Ana Police Department for special events.

-Assisted in oversite of studio operations; including production facilities, post-production facilities, film screenings, and other live events.-Stage Managed and designed lighting for the Grand Opening of Marion Knott Studios Featuring Arnold Schwarzenegger.