Althea Wilson
Kettering,OH
Summary
Highly motivated Stagehand with expertise in set construction and configuration. Proficient in following direction and maintaining focus during performances. Offering 8 years of experience. Proven team-player and skilled multitasker. Excellent eye for stage arrangement and lighting. Seeking a position as a Stagehand.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Installation Assistant
Stewdio G LLC
10.2020 - 10.2022
- Controls the lighting consoles; spotlights and sounds of shows including before and after performances
- Confers with producers, performers, and others to determine and achieve desired sound for shows.
- Loaded and unloaded equipment from trucks.
- Set up and tore down stage sets, lighting, rigging and sound equipment.
- Organized tools and supplies for use during production.
- Assisted with the installation of audio-visual systems in venues.
- Performed basic maintenance on equipment to ensure proper working order.
- Rigged lights, curtains, scenery and other pieces for shows and events.
- Operated spotlights during live performances.
- Conducted safety checks of all stage props prior to performance start time.
- Placed furniture, platforms, risers or any necessary items required for a show and event.
- Maintained cleanliness of backstage area before, during and after productions.
- Coordinated with technical staff to ensure smooth operation of events and shows.
- Inspected cables, wires and rigging points regularly for wear or damage.
- Provided support to performers by helping them move from one place to another onstage.
Stage Hand Work
Shiner Productions
Cincinnati, OH
06.2018 - 06.2020
- Assisted in the setup and tear down of stage equipment, props, and furniture.
- Set up lighting systems for rehearsals and performances.
- Organized sound equipment to ensure proper operation during shows.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols.
- Managed backstage areas before, during, and after shows.
- Coordinated with other crew members on tasks and duties throughout productions.
- Ensured that all audio and visual components were functional prior to showtime.
- Received direction from production staff regarding cues, timing.
- Performed minor repairs on stage equipment when needed.
- Followed instructions from Stage Manager for scene changes and transitions.
- Operated follow spots for actors' entrances and exits during performances.
- Loaded and unloaded supplies from trucks as part of set construction process.
- Cleaned up debris left behind after each performance or rehearsal session.
- Communicated effectively with production staff about any technical issues that arose.
- Adjusted curtains, backdrops, scrims. as necessary during rehearsals or shows.
- Ensured that all performers had their required props before going onstage.
- Provided support to cast members by helping them find their marks on the stage floor.
- Actively listened to feedback from directors or producers regarding technical aspects of a show.
- Monitored activity in the audience while ensuring they remained quiet during performances.
- Checked microphones prior to each show to make sure they were functioning properly.
- Prepared sets with lighting and other equipment to meet production specifications.
- Collaborated with production staff to deliver exceptional performances.
- Controlled lights, sound and A/V equipment during live productions.
- Used appropriate tools and materials in alignment with safety protocols and industry best practices.
- Placed microphones in specific locations to maximize audio quality.
- Checked completed work for quality and accuracy.
- Managed day-to-day AV operations, supervising equipment removal and return.
- Maintained AV inventory and supplies and facilitated orders for new equipment.
- Assessed AV equipment, performing minor repairs to promote continued functionality.
- Identified, diagnosed and resolved problems with media systems.
- Supervised crew of audio-video installation team members and third-party subcontractors.
- Utilized industry best practices in pulling low-voltage cabling.
- Oversaw reservation and distribution fo audio-visual equipment and spaces.
Music Engineer
Butler Tech School Of Arts
Hamilton, OH
10.2014 - 06.2016
- Maintained and operated audio equipment such as mixers, microphones, amplifiers, and sound boards.
- Recorded, edited and mixed music for live performances and studio recordings.
- Tuned instruments to ensure optimal sound quality.
- Assisted with the production of musical scores for films and television shows.
- Created sound effects using various digital tools.
- Developed technical solutions to improve recording processes.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly calibrated before use.
- Conducted tests on new audio technologies to evaluate their effectiveness in a studio environment.
- Analyzed existing mixes and determined how they could be improved upon.
- Repaired damaged or malfunctioning audio equipment.
- Worked closely with producers, directors, musicians, vocalists and other engineers to create high-quality recordings.
- Set up mics in the studio for tracking sessions.
- Adjusted levels during mixing sessions according to the producer's instructions.
- Edited tracks by removing unwanted noise from recordings.
- Used EQs, compressors, limiters and other plugins to enhance recorded sounds.
- Collaborated with artists to ensure their vision is accurately captured in their work.
- Organized session files for easy retrieval at a later date.
- Mastered finished projects for radio play or CD release.
- Provided guidance on microphone placement techniques for optimum results.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Stayed current on industry trends related to audio engineering technology and techniques.
- Recorded, edited and mixed instrumental and vocal tracks and minimized unwanted sounds.
- Operated control consoles to regulate volume levels and sound quality.
- Processed audio to meet quality standards and played and mixed music for live events.
- Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions and provided audio system oversight for live shows.
- Managed setup and tear-down of sound and music equipment before and after performances to promote efficient workflow.
- Prepared for live recording sessions by selecting and setting up microphones and sound equipment.
- Recorded sound effects for use in live performances.
- Reformatted audio, digital and video files for editing, remastering and transfer.
- Set up sound editing equipment before performances and concerts.
- Edited raw voice recordings, added sound effects and mixed to [Type] format.
- Used control console to regulate volume level and sound quality during performances and recording sessions.
- Resolved hardware and network issues to prevent performance delays.
- Set up for recording sessions through choosing appropriate microphones.
- Used sound editing boards to mix voices and music.
- Troubleshot issues with sound equipment and performed minor maintenance.
- Tested sound equipment prior to live performances.
- Reproduced and duplicated sound recordings from original recording media by using sound editing and duplication equipment.
- Regulated volume levels and sound quality during recording sessions and used professional field mixers.
- Utilized recording equipment to record music and speech.
- Engineered recording sessions and produced musical soundtracks for artists within various genres.
- Delivered insight and expertise regarding audio mixing and recording to personnel both in field and in-studio.
Education
High School Diploma -
Vocational/trade School
Hamilton, OH07.2016
Skills
- Sound design
- Music production
- Music Theory
- Audio mixing
- Audio Editing
- System Testing
- Managing props
- Prop management
- Stage Assistance
- Lighting Design
- Special Effects
- Stage Setup
- First Aid Training
- Set lighting
- Physical Strength
- Technical Proficiency
- Sound Engineering
- Rigging expertise
- Attention to Detail
- Team Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Customer Service
- Event Networking
- Media Communications
- Detail Oriented
- Microphone setup
- System installation and repair
- Reliability
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Installation Assistant
Stewdio G LLC
10.2020 - 10.2022
Stage Hand Work
Shiner Productions
06.2018 - 06.2020
Music Engineer
Butler Tech School Of Arts
10.2014 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
Vocational/trade School