Samantha Coolman Email & Phone Number

Chinquapin, NC, US

Touring

In addition to being the Live Event Manager for SuperMotocross, I have taken on the responsibility of producing our Race Day Live show. Event Production: Direct all in-venue live event production including Race Day Live streaming on Peacock and in-venue from concept to execution, including scriptwriting and content creation.Team Coordination: Collaborate.

Touring

• Collaborate with Senior Live Event Manager to conceptualize and execute compelling elements for Supercross and SuperMotocross live events.
• Strategic and creative development of live show race format, ensuring both alignment with overarching event goals and support for various departmental needs.
• Effectively bridge live event production with broadcast operations to deliver seamless and engaging experiences.
• Work closely with graphics designers and videographers to integrate brand uniformity throughout the live event.
• Coordination of Honor Guard, Spotlights, and other special elements for opening ceremonies.
• Use critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Touring - National/Internationally

• Led production for 30+ Supercross and Monster Jam international events per year, ensuring top-tier execution and audience engagement
• Produced and directed the live events, balancing artistic vision with safety protocols, including diverse elements such as Pit Parties and Sponsor Activations
• Central technical contact, advancing production requirements with precision for seamless venue and vendor collaboration
• Maintained budget integrity for production elements
• Maintained evolving talent scripts and developing event storylines
• Managed NBCSN broadcast coordination, optimizing production for televised events with strategic camera and audio placements

United States

• Orchestrated medium to large-scale live AV productions, managing multiple speakers, original graphics, and attendee groups ranging from 500 to 3,000+
• Served as the primary technical point of contact for vendors and clients during live events, ensuring requirements were met, acting as the show-caller for event cues as needed
• Executed major virtual events, coordinating both pre-recorded and live segments for audiences in the thousands, and oversaw deliverable management and event timelines
• Developed familiarity with virtual platforms, crafting event run sheets and handling speaker scheduling
• Implemented cost-control measures and developed organizational tools to manage event expenditures and operations
• Led collaboration efforts with team members and external partners, aligning project timelines and delegating tasks to fulfill event objectives efficiently.

Provincetown, Massachusetts, United States

• Conducted site visits across 7+ venues and coordinated with 9+ international shows to ensure fidelity to producers' visions
• Assessed and optimized production requirements for each venue, including technical aspects like lighting and sound
• Streamlined processes and facilitated cross-departmental meetings to boost efficiency and communication
• Led a 15+ member production team, overseeing staffing and operations for events from setup to breakdown
• Managed equipment logistics, from cost estimation to procurement and delivery, ensuring budget adherence
• Updated production schedules in 2022 to adapt to changing conditions, enhancing operational agility

Provincetown, Massachusetts

- Attend site visits of 6+ venues notating anything for production, and possible producer requests.- Pre-festival conference calls with 8+ show producers internationally to ensure each producers vision is properly executed onsite and expectations are set for onsite arrival.- Created and maintain inventory of 2 storage units that contain elements for.

Provincetown, MA

- Primary staff member interacting with venue owners and assigned productions, ensuring needs of each production and venue owner were satisfactorily met.- Worked with Producing Director, Production Manager, and Festival Supervisors to fulfill needs for assigned productions.- Managed time in assigned venue for all artist and production staff.- Designed.

- Private and Public events such as: Weddings, Fashion Shows, Parties, Musicals, Festivals, Benefits & Fundraisers.

Greenville, North Carolina, United States

Stepped back to focus on producing, still working on an as needed basis.

Greenville, North Carolina

• Collaborated with news teams to produce dynamic, high-rated broadcasts
• Operated advanced digital production tools including Ross Overdrive and Vizrt in an all-digital setting
• Managed content for WITN's digital outlets and monitored live broadcasts
• Worked master control as needed, downloading/uploaded content, checking traffic control and rolling commercials
• Oversaw the upkeep of studio equipment, including lights, cameras, and sets
• Performed additional duties like teleprompting and floor directing as needed

Wilmington, North Carolina, United States

• 'Cultivated a positive community reputation with a focus on customer satisfaction and maintaining strong client bonds
• Orchestrated daily operations for a team, adapting to variables like weather and travel
• Streamlined project initiation, including the creation of RFPs and RFQs, enhancing overall efficiency
• Managed daily service delivery and monitored deliverables
• Scheduled regular maintenance and repairs
• Allocated tasks to employees based on their skills and professional development

Wilmington, North Carolina Area

-Using various tools & software to create Property Measurements & Floor Plans-Assisting the Lead Photographer/Videographer with Property & Equipment Prep-Property Prep including: moving household items & lighter furniture to ensure good shots for photographer-Sending, organizing & archiving projects-Reviewed images and selected best frames to present and.

Cape Cod, MA

Greater New York City Area

• Acted as the central coordinator for 14 festival shows, liaising with FringeNYC staff and venue owners for smooth operations.
• Managed shared resources, storage, and compliance with NYC Fire Code.
• Directed load-ins, technical rehearsals, and strikes for all shows.
• Trained in FringeNYC branding and policies, communicated guidelines to participants via Salesforce and in-person.
• Served as house manager, ensuring timely venue operations and policy adherence with a customer-focused approach.
• Maintained venue integrity, working closely with owners for space care.

Essex, CT

-Maintaining one of two trains each with 2 performances per night to the "North Pole". -Ensuring sound quality throughout the performance in all 8 train cars. -Reset between trips and fix any issues.-Help to seat each train car when needed.

Greater New York City Area

- Assisted in upkeep of event spaces where it related to Audio, Video, or Lighting. - Performed site visits with sales, to understand client needs and requirements. - Worked with sales team to design and prepare all aspects of more than 20 events according to scope, including the creation of gear pull sheets, crew lists and plots. - Supervised freelance.

Titusville, FL

-Helped run family owned restaurant -Menu Planning, Recipe Development, Buying -Website & Social Media Management -POS Training -Marketing, Franchise Development/Branding -Payroll and Labor Control Costs

Theatre By The Sea

Summer Stock Theatre-Worked directly with the Company Manager to provide support for current productions while simultaneously offering production assistance for upcoming shows.-Arranged local transportation for company members, as well as drove a 15 passenger van.-Assisted with the planning of events & catering.-Occasionally covered shows for front of.

Seasonal Job