As part of my job duties, I conducted comprehensive research to acquire industry-leading insights into trends, delivering dynamic strategy presentations to executive leadership to support informed decision-making. Also, I ensured seamless project completion by developing innovative business strategies and fostering cohesive collaboration among project engineering, integration, programming, operations, and sales teams. Additionally, I partnered with equipment manufacturers throughout integration, testing, and advancement of cutting-edge technology and product offerings. Moreover, I deployed project assessment protocols to optimize system functionality and project viability before bid submission and collaborated with internal and external sales teams to plan budgets for upcoming projects. Key Contributions:• Negotiated favorable terms, successfully securing a significant change order allowance increase for a critical studio project, demonstrating adept negotiation skills and contributing to project success.• Consistently delivered exceptional financial results, maintaining an above-average project variance, showcasing strong financial acumen and a track record of driving positive outcomes.• Expanded project team's capacity by successfully integrating over 20 additional projects.• Spearheaded the management of major lighting installations across New York City, enhancing urban infrastructure.• Played a key role in mentoring junior staff, guiding their progression to managing larger and more complex projects.• Recruited as Project Manager and later promoted to Sr. Project Manager for exceptional performance and service delivery.• Cultivated and nurtured robust relationships with existing and potential vendors and clients, fostering long-term partnerships and driving business growth.

In this role, I oversaw resource allocation, timeline scheduling, and documentation for custom consumer-facing installations, ensuring adherence to safety and industry standards. Also, I reviewed budgets and collaborated with stakeholders on project scope modifications. In addition to the above I provided technical guidance and served as the primary liaison for client communications regarding design, safety, and installation procedures. Other duties of mine were, implementing technical design and drafting for lighting, electrical, and rigging systems.Key Contributions:• Enhanced client experiences by updating designs, resulting in a 10% increase in foot traffic and customer spending.• Streamlined future project execution by creating a comprehensive CAD design, saving over 100 hours in installation time.

During my time here, I headed corporate, theatrical, and television lighting design, production, and execution projects. I also tailored bespoke lighting designs and equipment packages to meet clients' project objectives effectively. Further, I ensured project completion within predefined scope and budget parameters. Lastly, I supervised the installation of event lighting packages, show programming, and operational execution.Key Contribution:• Directed on-site crews to uphold project timelines and uphold stringent standards of excellence.

Technical Director and Project Manager for new show installation and entertainment infrastructure.Ensure new project design and installations are completed within specified project scope and guidelines.Supervise design and installation of new park wide and venue lighting, rigging and pyrotechnic systems.Assist contract designers with design and drafting to meet company standards and venue constraints.Head designer & programmer for automation and pyrotechnics.Conduct component level maintenance and troubleshooting of show critical electronic systems.Develop and implement departmental safety and standard operating procedures with park management.