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Alonzo Colvin Jr.

Alonzo Colvin Jr.

Baltimore,MD

Summary

Ten-plus years experience encompassing hundreds of live performances. Directed and designed lighting for musical concerts, as well as, theatrical events and corporate parties. Knowledge marked by the employment of creative and innovative lighting designs and techniques to interpret and implement the visual stimulation required to compliment and audio presentation.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Master Electrician/Lighting Technician/Board-OP

Apogee Production
Orlando, FL
01.2010 - 04.2023

• Programmed lighting cues for live performances and managed

full-scale load-in/out procedures.

• Led crews in the preparation and pulling of fixtures for national

tours and local productions.

• Performed complex repairs on non-functioning fixtures and resolved

on-site technical hang-ups to ensure zero downtime.

Lighting technician

Morgan State University (Murphy Fine Arts)
Baltimore, MD
01.2006 - 02.2022

• Interpreted lighting plots to execute precise fixture placement and

spotlight operation.

• Assessed and corrected electrical equipment issues to maintain venue

standards.

• Contributed to production meetings to streamline team communication

and efficiency.

Master electrician/ Lighting technician

Cannon Stage Lighting
Baltimore, MD
06.1998 - 09.2007

• Delegated tasks and managed schedules for a warehouse team of four.

• Performed advanced maintenance, including rebuilding power

distribution racks and soldering circuit boards.

  • Supervised installation and maintenance of complex lighting systems for live events.
  • Mentored junior electricians on safe practices and effective techniques in stage lighting.

Freelance shop Technician, Freelance L1, L2, Light Tech

Event EQ
Columbia, MD
01.2011 - 01.2015

• Oversaw QA for all lighting assets, including cables, trussing, and fixtures.

• Utilized RF scanners for inventory tracking and operated stand-up

reach forklifts for accurate gear pulls.

  • Collaborated with team members to set up and dismantle equipment efficiently during events.
  • Provided technical support during events, troubleshooting issues to minimize downtime.
  • Kept shop clean, organized and stocked with supplies.

Lighting Technician,Stagehand, Forklift Operator

Harford Sound
Baltimore, MD
10.2020 - Current
  • Collaborated with production teams to ensure seamless integration of lighting design and technical execution.
  • Implemented safety protocols that improved compliance during installations and performances.•
  • Execute technical setup and strikes for live performances, ensuring all safety protocols are strictly followed.

• Provide real-time troubleshooting and maintenance for lighting

equipment during active shows.

Freelancer, L2, Forklift Operator

Slm Entertainment
Baltimore, MD
06.2021 - Current

• Execute technical setup and strikes for live performances, ensuring

all safety protocols are strictly followed.

• Provide real-time troubleshooting and maintenance for lighting

equipment during active shows.

  • Operated forklifts to efficiently transport materials within on site environment.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.

Lighting Technician, Led Wall Technician

RS Media One
Lanham, MD
03.2023 - Current
  • Operated lighting equipment to ensure optimal performance during live events.
  • Collaborated with production teams to achieve seamless integration of lighting designs.
  • Set up and maintained rigging systems for efficient and safe lighting installations.
  • Conducted troubleshooting of lighting issues, minimizing downtime during productions.

Education

High School Diploma -

Overlea High School
Baltimore, MD
06-1999

Skills

Operating consoles

Experience with lighting fixtures

Crew management

Climbing

Hanging

Focusing

Composing pull sheets

Preparing fixtures

Loading/unloading production trucks

Troubleshooting gear

Adaptability to changing production size and location

Touring Experience

  • Preacher’s Kids, 2001-03-01 to 2001-05-15, Lighting Technician/Programmer, 15 cities
  • If This Hat Could Talk Musical, 2006-03-01 to 2006-06-30, Lighting Technician, 20 cites
  • Marriage Counselor, 2009-03-01 to 2009-06-30, Master Electrician/Lighting Technician/Board-OP, 30 cities
  • Marriage Material, 2010-03-01 to 2010-06-30, Master Electrician/Lighting Technician/Board-OP, 20 cities
  • Love Jones The Musical, 2016-01-01 to 2016-12-31, Lighting Technician, 30 cities
  • Momma’s Boy, 2017-03-01 to 2017-06-30, Master Electrician/Lighting Technician/Board-OP, 40 cities

Timeline

Lighting Technician, Led Wall Technician

RS Media One
03.2023 - Current

Freelancer, L2, Forklift Operator

Slm Entertainment
06.2021 - Current

Lighting Technician,Stagehand, Forklift Operator

Harford Sound
10.2020 - Current

Freelance shop Technician, Freelance L1, L2, Light Tech

Event EQ
01.2011 - 01.2015

Master Electrician/Lighting Technician/Board-OP

Apogee Production
01.2010 - 04.2023

Lighting technician

Morgan State University (Murphy Fine Arts)
01.2006 - 02.2022

Master electrician/ Lighting technician

Cannon Stage Lighting
06.1998 - 09.2007

High School Diploma -

Overlea High School
Alonzo Colvin Jr.