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SUMMARY
Experienced and innovative theatre professional with 25 years of experience designing, planning, building, and maintaining sets, contributing to 150+ shows with impeccable work ethic, skill, and a productive, positive attitude. Detail-oriented team leader adept at working in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments. Background and skill set includes: metal work, sewing, carpentry and construction, Aspire, Shopbot/CNC, vMix programming, safety standards, budgeting, stage operations, cross-functional collaboration, employee training and scheduling.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
University of Washington Theatre Department, Seattle, WA
Stage Technician & Carpenter (Jan ‘19-Present)● Loading-in, running, strike, and storage of all scenery for stage productions
● Assist with the hanging, circuiting, and focusing of stage lighting equipment to a designers specifications
● Construct scenery and instruct students in methods to translate scenic displays into working drawings and elements of stage scenery
● Conduct maintenance and adjustments of all stage equipment and on-stage lighting instruments in accordance with safety regulations
● Operate switchboards and sound equipment, instructing students on the operation
The Central District Forum for Arts and Ideas, Seattle, WA
Set Designer (Aug-Sep ‘19)Randy Ford’s QUEEN STREET
● Met with show creator to develop concept and design for an original variety show
● Produced necessary materials and built, painted, and managed load-in / load-out of set
Intiman Theatre, Seattle, WA
Master Stage Carpenter (Jul-Sep ‘19)● Organized and supervised crews for load-in/load-out and performance needs
● Acted as run crew when necessary
● Maintenance for all elements of the show in performance after opening
● Ongoing maintenance for all elements of the stage space, fly system, and other production elements in safe working order
Master Carpenter (Jun-Jul ‘19)● ran fabrication, construction, and load-in of all scenic elements
● Oversaw over hire carpenters
● Organized scene shop and maintained a safe work environment
Alley Theatre, Houston, TX
Scenic Carpenter, (‘11-‘19)● Built, installed, and maintained scenery and related items based on technical and design drawings, collaborating with scenic designers, scenic artists, and properties department;
● Used various methods and materials, including traditional scenic construction techniques, metal working and welding, framing through finish carpentry, rigging standards, and sewing and stretching of soft goods
● Reviewed and distributed drawings and paperwork specific to each production, identifying creative solutions to solve any problems or challenges
● Implemented safety guidelines in scenic shop and during construction, load-in, maintenance, and strikes
Set Designer, (‘15),Oskar and the Curiously Colorful Clash
● Designed set and props for school touring show to fit in a cargo van with easy load in / load out by cast and stage manager
Main Street Theater, Houston, TX
Set Designer, (‘18),Buyer and Cellar, Mr. Popper’s Penguins
● Play analysis, research, and concept
● Met with director and the rest of the artistic team
● Drafted all necessary ground plans and elevations
● Supervised construction process and the scenic artists
● Designed and assisted in selecting set pieces and props
● Attended technical rehearsals
Unity Theatre, Brenham, TX
Set Designer and Technical Director, (‘12-‘19)The Chalk Garden (‘12), Nuncrackers (‘13), Forever Plaid: Plaid Tidings (‘14), Always Patsy Cline (‘15), A Grand Night for Singing (‘17), And Then There Were None (‘19)
● Managed design, budget, and overall engineering for theatre sets
● Hired, trained, and managed staff of carpenters, painters, and volunteers
● Ensured sets and props were produced on time and within budget
Steppenwolf Theatre Company, Chicago, IL
Scenic Carpenter, (‘03-‘11)● Processed and executed technical director’s building plans
● Maintained scenic shop and company assets, including work areas and materials
● Loaded sets into trucks to deliver final product and move sets into theatre space
● Troubleshot engineering issues, offering recommendations to ensure designs worked within physical environment
Alley Theatre, Houston, TX
Stage Supervisor, (‘01-‘03) House Carpenter, (‘97-‘00)● Managed stage operations for two theatres, including budgeting, strike, change over, and loading of sets and preparation of backstage areas for 11 show season
● Maintained mechanics and aesthetics of sets throughout run of each show
● Coordinated with actors and wardrobe personnel to ensure needs were met backstage
● Played key role in production meetings, technical rehearsals, and performances
● Planned, staged, and executed scene shifts with stage manager and director
● Hired, trained, and managed crew members, including creating schedules and approving time sheets
● Troubleshot and tracked issues throughout show, making appropriate adjustments
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Dada Theatre Company, Houston, TX | Artistic / Design Associate (‘01-‘03)
50FIFTY Floral Art, Naples, FL | Floral Designer / Event Coordinator (‘00-‘01)
Naples Dinner Theatre, Naples, FL | Resident Set Designer / Technical Director (‘00)
EDUCATION ‘93-‘95 San Jacinto College, Pasadena, TX | Major: Theatre Arts
REFERENCES
Jennfer Zeyl
Artistic Director
Intiman Theatre
201 Mercer St.
Seattle, WA 98109
Brandon Weinbrenner
Associate Producer & Casting Director
Alley Theatre
615 Texas Ave.
Houston, TX 77002
Jimmy F. Phillips
Freelance Director
Kate Revnell-Smith
Artistic Director
Unity Theatre
300 Church St.
Brenham, TX 77833
Raymond Inkel
Director of Production
Alley Theatre
615 Texas Ave.
Houston, TX 77002