Patrick Bixler Email & Phone Number

Minneapolis, Mn, Us

- Currently, I am working as an AV Technician for Children’s Minnesota. This position includes, but is not limited to, video conferencing, audio engineering, AV consulting, and desktop support. - A key role with this position is having exceptional communication with our department manager, the IT team, and endpoint users. Proper communication leads to team worker which is a must for efficient, successful work.Everyday AV Tasks Performed:- Set up and striking of AV conferencing… Show more - Currently, I am working as an AV Technician for Children’s Minnesota. This position includes, but is not limited to, video conferencing, audio engineering, AV consulting, and desktop support. - A key role with this position is having exceptional communication with our department manager, the IT team, and endpoint users. Proper communication leads to team worker which is a must for efficient, successful work.Everyday AV Tasks Performed:- Set up and striking of AV conferencing equipment including, but not limited to, 12 to 40 Channel Mixers, processing equipment, amplifiers, patching and networked audio control systems, projectors, webcams, phone lines, PA systems, wireless and wired microphones, and other various input/output devices. - Laying cable and assembling audio equipment (DAW, speakers, microphones).- Coordinate with vendors, last second problem solving, and whatever else is needed for a successful meeting/conference.-Audio cleaning for music therapy using Protools, Logic, and Audacity. Everyday Desktop Tasks Performed:- Working with endpoint users on Break/Fix “tickets”. This is ranging from asset assessments, deployments, PC imaging, and general troubleshooting.-Hardware used: PCs, mini PCs, Laptops (apple, HP, etc.), IPads, cellphones, various other medical devices.-Customer service: My customers are mainly the staff within the hospital, and having a healthy, happy relationship with them is key to creating a smooth and efficient workplace. -Being a representative of the company and community. Coming to a hospital is almost always an uncomfortable trip, so if we as a team can reduce even a little stress, this will lead to much better experience at the hospital. Show less

St Michael, Minnesota, United States

- Currently, I am working as an AV Technician for the Le Musique Room in St. Michael, MN. This position includes, but is not limited to, running lighting, video wall, monitors, and audio. - During the summer months, we construct an outdoor amphitheater. For this amphitheater, a 12x3 LED video wall must be setup and torn down daily for each show.- A key role with this position is having exceptional communication with our owner, site manager, and the Talent. Without this, events can… Show more - Currently, I am working as an AV Technician for the Le Musique Room in St. Michael, MN. This position includes, but is not limited to, running lighting, video wall, monitors, and audio. - During the summer months, we construct an outdoor amphitheater. For this amphitheater, a 12x3 LED video wall must be setup and torn down daily for each show.- A key role with this position is having exceptional communication with our owner, site manager, and the Talent. Without this, events can become chaotic thus jeopardizing current or potential future events with the talent. Each event/party is a “custom order” for each client’s specifications. We must follow detailed instructions to make for the best event possible.Everyday Tasks Performed:- Set up and striking of audio equipment (analog and digital) including, but not limited to, 12 to 40 Channel Mixers, EQ, processing equipment, amplifiers, patching and networked audio control systems, snakes, patch panels, instrument kits (drums, keyboard, etc.), wireless and wired microphones, and other various input devices. - Set up and striking of lighting equipment, LED/video walls, visual displays, event stages, event tents, smoke machines, etc.- Laying cable and assembling audio equipment (DAW, speakers, microphones, MIDI).- Coordinate with vendors, last second problem solving, and whatever else is needed for a successful event.- Being a representative of the company. Talent remembers how the pre and post show went as much as the show itself. Our ability to be flexible, professional, and reliable is why talents continues to return year after year. Show less

Varsity Theater, Minneapolis, Mn

- Currently, I am working as a Stagehand and A2 Engineer for the Live-Nation, mainly at the Varsity Theater. -Previously, I was working as a Bar Supervisor at the Varsity Theater.This position consists of working primarily concerts, stand-up comedy shows, and any other live shows.- A key role with this position is having exceptional communication with our team’s Production Manager and the Talent’s Manager/Coordinator. Without this, events can become chaotic thus jeopardizing current… Show more - Currently, I am working as a Stagehand and A2 Engineer for the Live-Nation, mainly at the Varsity Theater. -Previously, I was working as a Bar Supervisor at the Varsity Theater.This position consists of working primarily concerts, stand-up comedy shows, and any other live shows.- A key role with this position is having exceptional communication with our team’s Production Manager and the Talent’s Manager/Coordinator. Without this, events can become chaotic thus jeopardizing current or potential future events with the talent. Each event/party is a “custom order” for each client’s specifications. We must follow detailed instructions to make for the best event possible.Everyday Tasks Performed (Stagehand/A2 Engineer):- Set up and striking of audio equipment (analog and digital) including, but not limited to, 12 to 40 Channel Mixers, EQ, processing equipment, amplifiers, patching and networked audio control systems, snakes, patch panels, instrument kits (drums, keyboard, etc.), wireless and wired microphones, and other various input devices. - Set up and striking of lighting equipment, video and visual displays, event stages, event tents, smoke machines, etc.- Laying cable and assembling audio equipment (DAW, speakers, microphones, MIDI).- Running Monitors for artists.- Coordinate with vendors, last second problem solving, and whatever else is needed for a successful event.- Being a representative of the company. Talent remembers how the pre and post show went as much as the show itself. They pick the Live-Nation and come back to Live-nation because of our professionalism. Everyday Tasks Performed (Bar Supervisor):- General management of bar staff along with addressing any customer needs within the bar.- Monthly inventory of total bar stock.- Weekly ordering (and invoicing) of beverages, food, and any supplies for the bar.- Scheduling, hiring, interviewing, and training of bar staff.- Submitting payroll and sales reports the day of events. Show less

I worked as a Brand Ambassador with Gray Duck Vodka. This role includes, but is not limited to, working large events, engage event attendees in a fun, friendly manner, pour samples of Gray Duck Seltzers and/or other Gray Duck based cocktails, answer questions about Gray Duck products/company, and set up/break down of events.

Responsibilities: Open and closing of restaurant/bar, drink preparation, customer satisfaction, payment transactions, front of house sales, seating and bussing tables, stocking of coolers and bar, cleaning.Training for new employees, Money reconciling and deposits, inventory, General day-to-day management of staff.Work events, set up and break down, bartend, coordinate with vendors and employers for product discussion and presentation, heavy public interaction, last second problem… Show more Responsibilities: Open and closing of restaurant/bar, drink preparation, customer satisfaction, payment transactions, front of house sales, seating and bussing tables, stocking of coolers and bar, cleaning.Training for new employees, Money reconciling and deposits, inventory, General day-to-day management of staff.Work events, set up and break down, bartend, coordinate with vendors and employers for product discussion and presentation, heavy public interaction, last second problem solving, whatever else is needed for a successful event. Show less

Bloomington, Minnesota, United States

Facility Coordinator, May 2021 – Current, Full time Bloomington, MN- Worked as a Facility Coordinator for Hyland Lake Park Reserve (HLPR) and Bryant Lake Regional Park (BLRP). I was promoted from my Shift Lead position at Lake Minnetonka in July of 2021. That area included, but was not limited to, Lake Minnetonka Regional Park (LMRP), Lake Auburn Campground (LAC), and Carver Park Reserve.Everyday tasks performed: - Supervision of park staff… Show more Facility Coordinator, May 2021 – Current, Full time Bloomington, MN- Worked as a Facility Coordinator for Hyland Lake Park Reserve (HLPR) and Bryant Lake Regional Park (BLRP). I was promoted from my Shift Lead position at Lake Minnetonka in July of 2021. That area included, but was not limited to, Lake Minnetonka Regional Park (LMRP), Lake Auburn Campground (LAC), and Carver Park Reserve.Everyday tasks performed: - Supervision of park staff between both parks (HLPR and BLRP) including visitor center, admissions gate, concessions, and boat/ski rental.- Volunteer Coordinator: Planning, Recruiting, and managing volunteers for large events or venues.- Social Media Coordinator: Decide on content to promote the parks on various social media outlets that aligns with park district guidelines.- Autumn Woods Committee member: Meet with, plan with, and work with our events department for our “signature” events.- Training of current and new employees to work sales, customer service, and Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) boat inspections and decontaminations.- Work with Facility Supervisor and Park Operations Supervisor to assist customers for event rentals, assisting customers during their event, scheduling and staffing. - Asset inventory, money counting, and reconciling. Receive and balance money drops into safe.- Sale of seasonal and daily passes, events, and concessions. - Insuring park safety with heavy public interaction in order to provide the utmost customer satisfaction while listening to the public’s new ideas for the parks or concerns for the current layouts of the parks. - Strive to provide new opportunities to allow for diversity and development within our parks to build with our surrounding communities. - Educating the public to the importance on the fight of AIS and protecting our natural resources. Show less

Andover, Minnesota, United States

- Worked in the Special Education Department, my primarily focus was with Science department helping students of all ages with a range of different cognitive, physical and emotion disabilities. Everyday tasks performed: - Student supervision and recording attendance, Student check-ins via Google meets, email, and in person. Lecturing and tutoring for students in need.- Work with Case managers and Administration in order to contact families and students when deemed necessary… Show more - Worked in the Special Education Department, my primarily focus was with Science department helping students of all ages with a range of different cognitive, physical and emotion disabilities. Everyday tasks performed: - Student supervision and recording attendance, Student check-ins via Google meets, email, and in person. Lecturing and tutoring for students in need.- Work with Case managers and Administration in order to contact families and students when deemed necessary. - Monitoring and addressing Students Individualized Education Programs (IEP). May include but not limited to: reading tests aloud, emotional breaks, adjusting assignments, etc.- Cleaning and disinfecting (COVID requirements).- General physical labor around campus.Fish & Wildlife and Outdoor Adventure courses tasks preformed: - Lead a 4-day squid dissection for a class of 15-20 students.- Guided students through several Labs. - Data entry and test/assignment creation.- Safe hunting practices (archery and rifle). Show less

Price, Utah

- Worked on a crew for the Utah DWR primarily focusing on the restoration and preservation of three native fish species (Roundtail Chub, Bluehead Sucker, and Flannelmouth Sucker). Secondary focus was on native amphibians, native mollusks, sport fish and Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS).- Native fish tasks preformed: Monitored population size via gill netting, fyke netting, seine netting, and electrofishing (backpack, barge, boat, and raft). Once collected, we used Passive Integrated… Show more - Worked on a crew for the Utah DWR primarily focusing on the restoration and preservation of three native fish species (Roundtail Chub, Bluehead Sucker, and Flannelmouth Sucker). Secondary focus was on native amphibians, native mollusks, sport fish and Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS).- Native fish tasks preformed: Monitored population size via gill netting, fyke netting, seine netting, and electrofishing (backpack, barge, boat, and raft). Once collected, we used Passive Integrated Transponder (PIT) tagging fish, set PIT traps to track population size and migration, and collected data on captured fish (health, location, weight and length).o Eliminated invasive fish (Common Carp).o Set larval fish light traps.- AIS tasks performed: Looked for AIS species via microinvertebrate sampling via plankton tows (vertical and horizontal), eDNA collection, hatchery and stream inspections.o Boat inspections and decontaminations for plant and animal AIS (mainly Quagga Mussels from Lake Powell).o Interacted with the public to educated them on the AIS program to prevent spread.- Sport fish tasks performed: Worked a fish trap collecting Cutthroat Trout via trap, fyke nets, and electrofishing. Then, spawning and milking fish and collecting the data on the fish such as weight and length.o Monitoring different reservoirs fish populations and health by gill netting different locations and dissecting for overall health inspections and stomach contents to check feeding patterns. o Collected Striped Bass for hatchery broodstock, adjusted osmoregulation for travel, and tested water for AIS (Quagga Mussel veligers).- Amphibian tasks performed: Worked to help locate and reintroduce boreal toads into the southeast region of Utah by finding suitable habitat for the toads and looking for existing remaining populations. Checked for threatening AIS (Tiger Salamanders and American Bullfrog). Show less

Bryan/College Station, Texas Area

• Worked full-time on a crew for Natural Resources Institute (N.R.I) at Texas A&M as a Field Technician conducting field surveys on various species of bats including, but not limited to, Tri-Colored, Big Brown, Western Cave Myotis, and Ghost Faced Bats. These surveys were done in order to monitor for White Nose Syndrome.• Tasks preformed in the field: data collection, bat species identification, documentation of bats’ location within the sites, specimen swabbing (face and wings) for fungal… Show more • Worked full-time on a crew for Natural Resources Institute (N.R.I) at Texas A&M as a Field Technician conducting field surveys on various species of bats including, but not limited to, Tri-Colored, Big Brown, Western Cave Myotis, and Ghost Faced Bats. These surveys were done in order to monitor for White Nose Syndrome.• Tasks preformed in the field: data collection, bat species identification, documentation of bats’ location within the sites, specimen swabbing (face and wings) for fungal DNA, animal handling, ecological and environmental surveying (height and width of location, vegetation, humidity, temperature, etc.), GPS navigation to assist backcountry travel, interaction with landowners and educated them on conservation efforts to protect native bat species.• In office tasks preformed: using Google Earth and GIS for location planning, data entry, using UTM and LAT/LONG coordinates for future travel logistics, writing landowner reports. • This role includes long hours walking and crawling through backcountry, culverts, and caves in various different weather conditions. Show less

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

• Worked as an Account Manager, talk with customers to discuss details for specific job orders and candidates, negotiate employment details i.e. rates, fees, candidate wages.• Work with employees/candidates to fill out employment forms (W-2, I-9, etc.), discuss employment details and find best-suited employment field/location, negotiate employment details with potential employers.

Minneaplois, Mn

Seasonal bar-tending job.

Duluth, Minnesota Area

• Worked as a Lab Assistant under Dr. Julie Etterson on a 50-year evolutionary study on plant germination (project Baseline). Followed Project Baseline’s protocol for seed cleaning, packaging and storage. Individual work with a team incentive goal of completion.• Fieldwork collecting samples for dissection with proper protocol for site identification.• Gained variable experience to detail and accuracy with small organisms while checking individual seed viability, data entry, and… Show more • Worked as a Lab Assistant under Dr. Julie Etterson on a 50-year evolutionary study on plant germination (project Baseline). Followed Project Baseline’s protocol for seed cleaning, packaging and storage. Individual work with a team incentive goal of completion.• Fieldwork collecting samples for dissection with proper protocol for site identification.• Gained variable experience to detail and accuracy with small organisms while checking individual seed viability, data entry, and fieldwork with specimen collection (flower collection). • Gained important knowledge on future sustainability of different environments all across the country and knowledge on how to plan and preform future sustainability projects. Show less

Duluth, Minnesota Area

Food preparation, coworker communication, customer service, and food delivery.

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Biology, General

Minor: Business Administration

Post Secondary Education

I went to the UMN Twin Cities for my senior year of high school in their P.S.E.O. program.

Audio Production Specialist

Activities and Societies: Audio Club I am currently studying live and in-studio audio production.