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Aaron Johnson

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Creative Audio Visual Technician who has extensive product knowledge and is known for the ability to successfully improvise installations. Adept at mixing in proper components for an installation explaining projects to clients and interpreting complex instructions. Specializes in large halls and industrial areas. Highlights -Studio Production and setup – Production set up in studio and onsite projects . Lighting, Audio, building sets , scissor lift /some forklift and other task in production for 5 plus years, and also excelled in many classes for production at UNLV.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Audio Visual/IT Tech

Smart Source Rentals
06.2018 - Current

Wide range of responsibilities , from preparing the order in the warehouse to loading the truck delivering and setting up the equipment.

  • Warehouse work- Prepare and QC all equipment for show/setup , including Microphones , Video Switchers , Speakers , Cameras , projectors and various other AV equipment
  • Setup- Wide range of equipment use and setups. From Large General Sessions to small breakouts rooms. Audio mixers , Speakers, Projection/screens, and Lighting
  • Operating- Live show opp. Including but not limited to A1 audio work A2 audio work , video oping and Small knowledge in Lighting opp
  • Project Managing/Lead - Lead and Project Managed several large setups and events, Setting up Spreadsheets, Floor plans , and labor for upcoming shows. Working with local union and Freelance Techs to assure the show runs and goes as planned with no hiccups
  • Travel Traveled to numerous Cities to be a lead or as a tech
  • IT- Trouble shooting and maintaining computers , laptops and printers

Freelance Technician

Rhino Staging , Video Tech Services
03.2014 - Current

● Load ins and load outs - providing outstanding customer service while loading and unloading staging equipment and other necessary materials
● Set up Strike- Set up lighting and audio for major shows and conventions, strike and wrap all equipment at the end of the show
● Camera ops - Setup and use various cameras during shows and freelance shoots
05/2014- Present on call Stagehand Rhino Staging
● Load ins and load outs - providing outstanding customer service while loading and unloading staging equipment and other necessary materials
● Set up Strike- Set up lighting and audio for major shows and conventions, strike and wrap all equipment at the end of the show
● Camera ops - Setup and use various cameras during shows and freelance shoots

Lead Audio Visual Tech

Premier Audio Visual
06.2017 - 06.2018

● Maintain and provide great relationships with clients.
● Work in small breakout rooms to large ball room set ups
● Troubleshooting and fixing house audio throughout the hotel
● Managing and working with fellow employees to achieve the best and most outstanding sets
● Worked in all phases of Audio Visual
● Hard work and long hours , worked up to 90 hours a week for about a 3 month time period while I was the only tech available on property.
● Offered Operation Manager Position before leaving.

TV Production Assistant

Las Vegas PBS
08.2007 - 06.2011

• Studio Proiduction and set up – hourshours many of studio set ups in and away from the studio . Lighting, Audio, putting sets together using lifts and other task with studio production 5 plus years, also exceled in many classes for production at UNLV.
• · Television Production: Wide-ranging knowledge of television production and studio equipment. Effective at field shoots and a grip for many of years. Years of experience at Lighting , floor directing , camera , teleprompter and audio work. Small experience in directing and Chiron.
• Administration and communication: Provide efficient administrative support for a wide variety of program participants and staff. Prioritize and organize workloads to meet strict deadlines, train and support team members. Establish and maintain strong working relationships with management, staff, and internal external groups.

Technical Supervisor

Encore Global
05.2023 - Current

Education

High School Diploma -

John Swett High School
Crockett, CA
06.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies

University Nevada Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV
06.2011

Skills

● Extensive knowledge of lighting systems audio and video components
● Good ability to set up all equipment for scheduled live events
● IT work and Excellent troubleshooting service and repair skills
● Able to work independently under little supervision
● Strong technical abilities
● Good understanding of microphone systems
● Experienced with setting up simple to complex arrangements
● Highly detail-focused
● Extensive understanding of computer-based equipment
● Excellent ability to mix in existing legacy systems into an install
● Very strong customer communication and presentation skills
● Load ins and outs able to lift over 100 lbs with no problem Work Experience Office Manager/IT support

Accomplishments

    I received 2 awards within a year for outstanding performance while on setups.

Certification

Osha 30

Timeline

Technical Supervisor

Encore Global
05.2023 - Current

Audio Visual/IT Tech

Smart Source Rentals
06.2018 - Current

Lead Audio Visual Tech

Premier Audio Visual
06.2017 - 06.2018

Freelance Technician

Rhino Staging , Video Tech Services
03.2014 - Current

TV Production Assistant

Las Vegas PBS
08.2007 - 06.2011

High School Diploma -

John Swett High School

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies

University Nevada Las Vegas
Aaron Johnson