Years of experience
Andrew Smyers
Houston,Texas
Summary
Hard working tech nerd with a passion for live events. Enjoys creating solutions to any problem presented to me, and working with others to make sure the show goes on without a hitch. I like to consider myself a jack of all trades and master of none. A quick learner and love to intake knowledge about anything that requires power.
Overview
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Work History
Stagehand
Generations Audio Visual
Houston, TX
10.2022 - Current
- Stored, loaded and unloaded production gear for multiple shows across multiple venues, and sites.
- Stayed alert, active and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
- assisted with install and break down of stages, lighting, truss, audio, and power.
StageHand
Crew One
Nashville, TN
03.2022 - Current
- Garth Brooks - Nissan Stadium - Nashville, TN - Lighting hand, Decking hand, FOH Build, VIP deck breakdown - 4/15/2022
- Chris Tomlin - Bridgestone Arena - Nashville, TN - Lighting hand, General hand on load out
- Electric Forest 2022 - Rothbury, MI - Scenic and pathway lighting - Worked directly with Felix Lighting
- Lost Lands - Thornville, OH - Stage 2 lighting, Barricade, Stage 2 breakdown - Worked with Christie Lights directly for stage 2 lighting
- Elton John - Nissan Stadium - Nashville, TN - Lighting hand,Carp, Unload/Loader - 10/2/2022
Lead Installer
Making It With Mandy
Denver, CO
10.2021 - Current
- Freaky deaky 2021 - Baytown, TX - Led install of all bar, medical, and vendor facades and signage
- Ubbi Dubbi 2022 - Fort Worth, TX - Led install of all bar, medical, and vendor facades and signage
- Sunset Music Festival 2022 - Tampa, FL - Led install of all bar, medical, and vendor facades and signage
- Freaky Deaky 2022 - Baytown, TX - Led install of all bar, medical, and vendor facades and signage
- Utilized knowledge of carpentry and general construction to complete attractive finish work.
- Laid out materials and system components to prepare for installation.
- Loaded and unloaded building materials used for construction.
- Completed troubleshooting of malfunctions and diagnosed issues.
- Communicated quickly and accurately with supervisors about problematic sites, missed installations or other issues.
- Operated tools, equipment and machinery according to safety standards.
- Inspected installations to check for functionality and maintain customer satisfaction.
Site Operations
White Oak Music Hall
Houston, Texas
05.2016 - 10.2022
- - Obtain and allocate resources to achieve strategic and operating goals.
- - Delegate assignments amongst team or cross-functional participants.
- - Scheduled timely repair and routine maintenance services to minimize disruption to office production.
- - Kept up with all routine maintenance on the building and surrounding 5 acres
- - Built out new infrastructure for the lawn stage, including bars and merch
Site Operations Assistant Manager
White Oak Music Hall
Houston, Texas
04.2019 - 02.2022
- Coordinated site investigations, documented issues and escalated to executive teams.
- Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs and knowledge of individual team members.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
- Scheduled timely repair and routine maintenance services to minimize disruption to office production.
- Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
Education
Mobile Electronic Certified Professional - Car Audio
Acoustic Edge
Houston, TX2009
High School Diploma -
Klein Oak High School
Spring, TX2008
Skills
- Team building & Team player
- Active listening & Adaptability
- Problem-solving, creating solutions
- Quick and logical thinker
- Time management
- Self Motivation and Motivator of others
- Strong communication
- Calm & collective under pressure
- Extensive knowledge of PC hardware components
- Computer Troubleshooting
- PC Refurbishment and custom builds
- General tech knowledge
- Stage setup
- Stage lighting
- Technical competency
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 6 staff members in site operations
- Extensive knowledge of PC hardware
- Extensive knowledge of general computer skills and software
- General knowledge of electrical technology
- Extensive carpentry knowledge
- Car audio systems certification
- 5k lull, forklift, boom lift, and scissor lift experience (uncertified, willing to get them)
- Built over 50 custom gaming pcs at multiple price points with different clients
Timeline
Stagehand
Generations Audio Visual
10.2022 - Current
StageHand
Crew One
03.2022 - Current
Lead Installer
Making It With Mandy
10.2021 - Current
Site Operations Assistant Manager
White Oak Music Hall
04.2019 - 02.2022
Site Operations
White Oak Music Hall
05.2016 - 10.2022
Mobile Electronic Certified Professional - Car Audio
Acoustic Edge
High School Diploma -
Klein Oak High School