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Aren Goldberg

Los Angeles,California

Summary

I have 12+ years experience in the entertainment industry with an emphasis in concerts/festivals & brand development. My strengths include building strong relationships, and people and project management. I thoroughly enjoy and thrive in leading creative projects and contributing to an overall vision and goal.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Stage Manager - Bill Graham Civic Auditorium

Another Planet Entertainment
San Francisco, CA
01.2022 - Current

• Confirm and advance promotion/production details including, but not limited to: exact location(s) of promotion, event dates, load-in/load-out, soundcheck, and doors/show times.

• Load / unload activation elements to / from production vehicles

• Facilitate all fan related activations & publicity events

• Lead stage techs/hands with sound checking and construct all equipment

• Work alongside local union (steward, carpenters, hands, riggers, etc) to ensure production elements and schedule operate at max efficiency.

• Collect, organize, and distribute artist technical & hospitality riders and credentials accordingly

https://www.apeconcerts.com/

Tour Director/Manager

Various
Los Angeles, CA
05.2015 - Current

• Main contact pre-show and day of show between artist, tour partners, temporary staff, and the general public and will effectively manage all aspects of each
• Confirm and advance promotion/production details including, but not limited to: exact location(s) of promotion, backline, event dates, load-in/load-out, soundcheck, and doors/show times.

• Implement security protocols & work alongside event security managers to ensure staff comply with official guidelines and standards set by touring party

• Monitor equipment, constantly monitor supplies, and coordinate manpower to meet expected demand.
• Load / unload activation elements to / from tour vehicles
• Facilitate and assist with setup and strike of activation/stage space(s)
• Facilitate and assist with all fan related activations & publicity events
• Maintain knowledge of the artists brand, products and benefits in order to effectively communicate them to each DOS staff and general consumers
• On multi-week/month tours, oversee & manage team of 4-10 production and media staff
• Ensure each event is operated with the safety of artist, artist guests, production crew/staff and the general public as highest priority.
• Manage event activities and participate when applicable.
• Complete event reporting including, but not limited to: recaps, tracking attendance, settlements, financial/budget
• Handle all event problems quickly and professionally
• Other duties as assigned and necessary for a successful promotion/event

Past short/long term clients include: Skrillex, John Summit, NGHTMRE, WORSHIP, Dimension, Sub Focus, SIDEPIECE, Wilkinson, G Jones, Peekaboo, Party Favor, Ivy Lab, Champagne Drip, SAYMYNAME, Haelos, Manila Killa, Ducky, Crywolf, Cory Enemy, Vincent, and many more. Vincent, and many more

Owner

APGOLDINTL
Various Locations, USA
05.2014 - Current

• Short to long-term contracts with various artists/companies, music festivals,
concerts, & private events offering the following services:
- Artist Relations/Hospitality
- Stage Management
- Production Management/Coordinator/Assistant
- Site Operations
- Current & Past Engagements & experience with many first-class/premiere companies & artists including Goldenvoice/AEG, Live Nation, RedRock Entertainment, Another Planet Entertainment, DoLab, Adidas, Sonos, Miguel, Anamanaguchi and many more.

Stage Liaison

Insomniac Events
Los Angeles, CA
09.2017 - 05.2022

• Operate alongside Stage Manager to execute and maintain all stage operations

• Act as a representative of Insomniac and be readily available and visible to tour manager/touring crew, in-house production team on stage should they need anything
• Multitask and troubleshoot in a high-intensity, fast-paced environment
• Communicate with transportation team to arrange movements to/from stage
• Communicate with hospitality for all fulfillments of riders
• Ensure photographers and videographers have proper satin credentials & clearance to shoot on stage
• Maintain positive and helpful attitude toward all artists, crew and their guests on stage and in the backstage area

www.insomniac.com

Assistant Director of Entertainment

Shambhala Music Festival
Nelson, British Columbia, Canada
08.2016 - 08.2020

• Managed event logistics, including venue scheduling, and accommodations for performing artists, artist guests, managers, and agents

• Aided Director of Entertainment during executive decision-making process by generating daily reports to provide data for consideration of corrective actions and improvements
• Ensure each stage is properly equipped with resources to run at max efficiency
• Confirm and advance artist logistics and production information
• Distribute credentials as needed to the appropriate parties
• Communicate and maintain timelines and priorities with daily tasks to ensure a successful outcome in regards to Shambhala artist associated areas
• Participate in safety and security meetings to develop efficient strategies to keep staff, patrons, and artists well-being in tact throughout the entirety of event
• Demonstrate a strong sense of leadership, collaboration, and team building with strong interpersonal skills, integrity, high energy and creativity

www.shambhalamusicfestival.com

Stage Manager

Vital Events
San Francisco, CA
05.2016 - 08.2020

• Confirm and advance promotion/production details including, but not limited to: exact location(s) of promotion, event dates, load-in/load-out, soundcheck, and doors/show times.

• Load / unload activation elements to / from production vehicles • Facilitate all fan related activations & publicity events
• Lead stage techs/hands with sound checking and construct all equipment

• Work alongside local union (steward, carpenters, hands, riggers, etc) to ensure production elements and schedule operate at max efficiency.
• Collect, organize, and distribute artist technical & hospitality riders and credentials accordingly
• Manage and partner with Production/Event Managers in operations for major events Wobbleland, Toxic Summer, and Soulstice (Venues: Bill Graham Civic Auditorium // San Francisco, CA; City National Civic // San Jose, CA; The Midway // San Francisco, CA)
• Manage and partner with Production/Event Managers in operations for weekly events at DNA Lounge (Control San Francisco) and Cornerstone (Reckless: Berkeley)

http://www.vital.events/

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications - Public Relations

California State University, Fullerton
2016

Skills

Microsoft Office/Google Suite (15+ years), PC/Mac Competency (15+ years), Project Management (10 years), Sales Management (7 years), Social Media Management (10 years), Adobe Creative Suite (3 years), Photoshop (3 years), Tour Manager (9 years), Master Tour Competency (9 years), atVenu Competency (3 years), Production Manager (6 years) Live Event Management (10 years), Hospitality (9 years), Ableton (10 years), Serato (7 years), OBS (5 years), Merchandising (9 years)

Additional Information

  • Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Timeline

Stage Manager - Bill Graham Civic Auditorium

Another Planet Entertainment
01.2022 - Current

Stage Liaison

Insomniac Events
09.2017 - 05.2022

Assistant Director of Entertainment

Shambhala Music Festival
08.2016 - 08.2020

Stage Manager

Vital Events
05.2016 - 08.2020

Tour Director/Manager

Various
05.2015 - Current

Owner

APGOLDINTL
05.2014 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Communications - Public Relations

California State University, Fullerton
Aren Goldberg