Anthony Amato
Ansonia
Summary
Seasoned Rigging Electrician and Technical Director with a proven track record at IATSE Local 52, showcasing expertise in electrical installation and crew management. Excelled in enhancing rigging safety and efficiency, with significant contributions to high-profile projects like John Wick 3. Skilled in Vector Works and AutoCAD, demonstrating leadership in complex lighting designs and team coordination.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Rigging Electrician
IATSE Local 52
01.1998 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for seamless integration of electrical systems in complex projects.
- Enhanced rigging safety by conducting thorough inspections and maintenance of all electrical equipment.
- Responsible for hanging lights, power distribution, laying cables, constructing scaffold to support complex lighting set ups, often working ahead of crew to prepare the set for filming.
- Worked closely with Gaffer and Key Grip to plan and execute the lighting Design
- Started work before main filming crew arrives on set to ensure everything is ready for shooting.
- Shop Electrician for:
- New Amsterdam Season 2
- Pose Season 1 & 2
- John Wick 3
- King Of Staten Island
- Blue Bloods Season 9
- FBI Season 1
- Law and Order SVU Season 18 & 19
Technical Director
Bronx Music Hall
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Managed implementation of new technological improvements resulting in increased efficiency.
- Researched and picked all equipment for opening of venue
- Oversaw installation of all audio, video, and lighting equipment
- Designed lighting rig
- Programmed/ board op/ lighting designer for all productions.
- Organized production process for all productions including budget, advancement of shows, load in, load out.
- Created technical pack for venue.
- Hired local crew labor for all shows.
- Did payroll for all shows.
Technical Director/ Head Carpenter
Live Nation
06.2004 - 03.2017
- Developed innovative solutions to complex technical problems, resulting in improved system performance.
- Oversaw the construction of all scenic elements, including load in, load out, hanging of the show, and all rigging.
- Coordinating with other dept heads to ensure the timely completion of load in.
- Handled payroll approval for administration.
- Maintained the proper use of tools and equipment.
- Crew Management.
Head Flyman
Live Nation
02.1998 - 11.2004
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environment.
- Responsible for the safe operation of fly system during load in, load out, and performance.
- Ensured the safe rigging of all set pieces,soft goods, electrics, and other elements suspended over the stage.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs of fly system
- Directed and supervised the movements of other flyman while running a track during all productions and tours.
Head Electrician/ Technical Director
New Haven Memorial Coliseum
02.1996 - 07.2002
- Maximized efficiency with meticulous project planning, ensuring timely completion of electrical installations.
- Advanced all shows into arena space
- Responsible for tie-ins and power distribution for all shows and events in arena
- Designed lighting and lighting elements for opening of arena football team and arena hockey team.
Head Electrician
Ringling Bros Barnum and Bailey Circus 1993 Tour
01.1993 - 12.1993
- Enhanced team productivity through effective communication, collaboration, and delegation of responsibilities.
- Oversee and maintain lighting design for each performance.
- Coordinate lighting local crew and work with Stage Manager to advance all technical elements.
- Maintain, repair, and manage all lighting equipment.
- Participate in production meetings.
- Operate and call 10 local spot ops during performances.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Lighting Design
New York Studio School of Stage Design
Jersey City, NJ06-1993
High School Diploma -
West Haven High School
West Haven, CT06-1990
Skills
- Electrical installation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Lighting systems
- Crew Management
- Microsoft Office, Google Office, Vector Works, AutoCAD
- OSHA certified forklift, Lull, scissor lift operator
- Proficient in ETC ION consoles
- Moving lights
- Power distrabution
- Flyman
- Automation
- IATSE Local 52 1998
Timeline
Technical Director
Bronx Music Hall
01.2022 - 12.2024
Technical Director/ Head Carpenter
Live Nation
06.2004 - 03.2017
Head Flyman
Live Nation
02.1998 - 11.2004
Rigging Electrician
IATSE Local 52
01.1998 - Current
Head Electrician/ Technical Director
New Haven Memorial Coliseum
02.1996 - 07.2002
Head Electrician
Ringling Bros Barnum and Bailey Circus 1993 Tour
01.1993 - 12.1993
Bachelor of Arts - Lighting Design
New York Studio School of Stage Design
High School Diploma -
West Haven High School
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