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Los Angeles, Ca, Us

New York, New York, United States

Portfolio can be found at gavincantrell.com

New York, New York, United States

Freelancer in the greater NYC metro area for network television productions working under IATSE Local 52 contracts. As Programmer, is responsible for the daily control and upkeep of a lighting rig of 500+ fixtures both in studio and on location, working closely with Chief Lighting Technician. Served as 1st Unit Programmer for CBS police drama "East New York". Other recent work includes Fallout Season 1 and The Walking Dead: Dead City Season 1

Austin, Tx

Directed and TDed on-location livestreamed audience Q&As with filmmakers & actors for major releases, which simulcast to 20+ Alamo theaters nationwide. Was responsible for hiring freelance crew of 3-6. Was on original team to determine equipment needs and best practices.Previous Q&As include:Harmony Korine & Matthew McConaughey for Beach BumRobert Rodriguez for Alita: Battle AngelAlec Baldwin for You Can't Spell America Without MeJeff Bridges and Chris Pine for Hell or High WaterCast and Crew of Silicon ValleyAnna Kendrick for Scrappy Little NobodyThe Lonely Island for PopstarSacha Baron Cohen for The Brothers GrimsbyRyan Gosling for Lost RiverPaul Reuben for Pee Wee's Big HolidayGeorge Miller for Mad Max: Fury Road

Austin, Texas

Coordinated staff of 12+ to produce 5-10 live productions a week, including video podcasts, comedy game shows, and video game streams. In 2017 our multi-cam studio produced over 800 hours of content for 250k premium subscribers and 9m Youtube subscribers. In 2018 was project manager for renovation of satellite studio in Los Angeles. Created production budgets for recurring series and client-based productions. Managed freelance hires and equipment purchase/rentals. Oversaw 5+ remote/on-location productions a year.

Austin, Tx

Began as production intern and offered employment at end of term. Works as camera and lighting assistant on flagship music series Austin City Limits. Operates studio camera for Overheard and Central Texas Gardener. Has shot and edited for documentary series Arts In Context.

Austin, Tx

Responsible for operation and maintenance of lighting systems and equipment in two theatre spaces at ACC Rio Grande Campus. Leads crew of 3-4 students and staff with an emphasis on safety and education. Collaborates with faculty, designers, and other staff to put on 3 shows a semester.

Central Texas

Frequently works ESPN productions on a freelance basis. As video technician, duties include leading crew of 5-10 to connect dozens of cameras and video devices to broadcast truck via fiber and triax, and shading and troubleshooting during live show.

Austin, Tx

Worked with full-time staff and graduate students to manage the lighting equipment in three theatre spaces. Duties included designing, implementing light plots, operating ETC lighting consoles, and working with other departments to put on drama and dance shows, concerts and lectures.

Austin, Tx

Operated and managed AV equipment for student center with various meeting rooms and event spaces. Building was brand new and duties included installing racks and designating SOPs. Worked with rental clients to meet their technical needs on short notice. Was lead student employee on a crew of 6-8.

Austin, Tx

Produced weekly live music tapings in conjunction with KVRX student radio. Directed student volunteer crew and coordinated airing for local and online broadcast.

Master Of Professional Studies In Lighting Design (Mps-L)

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Radio-Television-Film