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301 North Tryon Street Charlotte, Nc 28202

Position responsibilities:The hiring and training of all theater staff, overseeing an annual budget of $560,000.Responsible for creating strategic plans to boost attendance, revenue and capture rates.Appointed Project Manager overseeing the digital conversion of the Discover 3D Theater resulting in a half a million dollar upgrade. This included a new digital projection system, digital sound, LED lighting system as well as refurbished seats and new carpeting. Also responsible for selecting film content as well as developing education programs for customer experiences. Responsible for researching content, building relationships, negotiating contracts and developing educational programs with visiting customers in mind.

Charlotte, North Carolina

Position responsibilities:The hiring and training projection and hosting staff.Responsible for developing and administering all theater activities, including large group teambuilding activities.Created a film selection committee, aided marketing research and conducted topic testing for future films.Generated, analyzed, and maintained all theater attendance and revenue reports.Overall and participated during IMAX technical quarterly maintenance.

Charlotte, North Carolina Area

Position responsibilities:Operating and maintaining film and audio quality of the IMAX 1570 Rolling Loop Projection System.Resolved technical problems in a time-effective manner to prevent show cancellations.Manages and performs routine maintenance and print assemblies.Works with IMAX Technician to preform quarterly maintenance services.Manages and schedules theater staff for daily operations.Promotes and provides excellent customer service to create a good working environment.Works with Special Events Coordinator providing audiovisual support for all client’s needs.

Rock Hill, South Carolina, United States

Position responsibilities:Oversaw special events and assured client’s needs were met. This included multimedia presentations, video production, sound and light quality as well as catering needs.Created a program for Teleproduction Technology students to receive credits while gaining curriculum experience. This include duties such as camera work, theater lighting, field production setups and audiovisual troubleshooting.Responsible for developing venue’s customer/client repeat visits.

Charlotte, North Carolina

Position responsibilities:Performed all technical aspects of news production including lighting, camera operation, audio, editing, Chyron and teleprompter functioning.Assisted and handled stage setup and lighting for field productions such as Family Focus, Muscular Dystrophy Telethons, and sports broadcasts.Supervised and trained production assistant interns on lighting and studio operations.Solved equipment malfunctions. Executed all management-established production deadlines.Managed studio broadcast for evening and nightly new