Antonio Cruz
Las Vegas
Summary
Vigilant Event Security Guard known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in crowd management, emergency response procedures, and surveillance techniques. Excel at communication, problem-solving, and teamwork to ensure safety and security at events. Committed to maintaining order while providing a welcoming environment for attendees.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Event Security Guard
Best Crowd Management
Las Vegas
06.2023 - Current
- Monitored event entrances and exits to ensure crowd safety and security.
- Conducted regular patrols to identify potential security risks and threats.
- Assisted in implementing emergency procedures during unexpected incidents.
- Engaged with attendees to provide information and address concerns effectively.
- Documented security incidents and reported findings to management promptly.
- Trained new security personnel on protocols and operational procedures.
- Coordinated with event staff to maintain a secure environment for attendees.
- Patrolled the area around the venue to detect any suspicious activity or persons before, during, and after events.
- Supervised entrance points throughout the event venue to ensure no prohibited items were allowed inside.
- Greeted guests upon arrival while ensuring they followed proper protocols for entry into the facility.
- Issued visitor passes as needed, while verifying identity through appropriate documents such as IDs or tickets.
- Responded quickly and calmly to any emergencies that arose during an event.
- Operated metal detectors to screen visitors prior to entry into the event venue.
- Monitored event activities to track schedule and prepare for crowd movements.
Special Events Security
MGM Resort International
Las Vegas
06.2019 - 01.2023
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Collaborated with event organizers to develop security plans tailored to each event.
- Enforced venue policies, ensuring a safe environment for all participants and staff.
- Patrolled the area around the venue to detect any suspicious activity or persons before, during, and after events.
- Greeted guests upon arrival while ensuring they followed proper protocols for entry into the facility.
- Monitored and secured the premises to prevent theft or unauthorized access to restricted areas.
- Performed post-event inspections of facilities for damages caused by guests, vendors, or other external sources.
- Stayed in frequent communication with security and event staff to smoothly respond to concerns.
- Reviewed guest identification and employee credentials to authorize entry onto premises.
Education
Desert Pines High School
Las Vegas, NVSkills
- Event monitoring
- Crowd management
- Venue enforcement
- Customer engagement
- Attention to detail
- Conflict resolution
- Problem solving
- Public safety
- Situational awareness
- Perimeter patrol
- Active listening
- Communication skills
- Self motivation
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
Certification
- NV- PILB
Timeline
Event Security Guard
Best Crowd Management
06.2023 - Current
Special Events Security
MGM Resort International
06.2019 - 01.2023
Desert Pines High School