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Bill Azucar

Oak Forest,Illinois

Summary

I am a self motivated, focused, forward thinking, driven, and an enthusiastic person. I am able to adapt to all of the settings around me. Constantly in search for knowledge. Organized and committed to all my areas of my professional experience. I add value to anyone i come in contact with. While overcoming any obstacle that comes my way.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Rigger

Encore Global
Chicago, IL
08.2023 - Current
  • Lead rigger for install/dismantle of events.
  • Supervisor for Union rigs and confirm everything aligns with the diagrams provided.
  • Set points for motors and confirm diagram requisitions to allow install to go smoothly.
  • Confirm power requirements and cable management to ensure optimal work flow.
  • Securely attach loads to rigging equipment using Cheeseboroughs, shackles, Gac, Spanset and other fasteners.
  • Set up rigging equipment for use in production sets and stages.
  • Position stage scenery, lighting fixtures, props, video equipment, Led walls and other objects with precision accuracy using motors, and lifts.
  • Ensure that all safety protocols are followed while setting up and operating rigging systems.
  • Train new crew members on proper techniques for setting up and operating rigging systems safely.
  • Along with Rigging, I also take calls on setup/dismantle for Audio/Video/Lighting/Computers/Scenic/Fast Folds. This can range from meeting conferences, to breakout rooms, to larger scaled events. Setup of Audio systems/Video/Lighting/Computers/Scenic

AV/Rigging/Lighting/Electrical/Video Stagehand

Local 720 Unión
Las Vegas, NV
09.2021 - Current
  • Head Electrician, Head Audio, Rigger, Lighting experience.
  • Rigged and programmed lighting equipment and assessed finished work for compliance with specifications.
  • Integrated professional audio/video systems and provided technical assistance to resolve issues.
  • Reviewed drawings, blueprints, schematics and service manuals to identify technical requirements.
  • Ensures a flawlessly executed event through accurate and timely setup, operation, and breakdown of AV/Lighting/Rigging/Electrical equipment as needed.
  • Meets with guests on site to ensure that their needs are met and the equipment setup is working properly.
  • Monitor events and check in on customers throughout the day.
  • Understand and foster the hotel/client relationship.
  • Handle equipment challenges and changes in a timely and professional manner.
  • Understand company processes, follows procedures and completes systems entry and paperwork accurately.
  • Uses the equipment sheets to determine the equipment scheduled for set up and for strike.
  • Interacts with other staff and outside vendors for equipment.
  • Increases revenue by utilizing floor up-selling techniques.

Warehouse Manager

Pure AV
Las Vegas, NV
12.2022 - 06.2024
  • Provide assistance to account Executives / Project Managers and Technicians as required
  • Develop warehouse operations systems by determining: Product handling and storage requirements, equipment utilization, inventory and shipping methods. Equipment inspection and repair needs.
  • Train and manage the warehouse team to solve day-to-day operational issues and reach o Short- and long-term goals
  • Review and prepare workflows, staffing needs, space allocations, equipment layouts, and action plans
  • Manage logistics for transporting equipment to customers and facilities.
  • Manage daily warehouse activities including o Quality assurance, inventory control, space management, logistics, floor productivity, shipping, and customer service.
  • Computer programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Drive a Straight Truck (5-Ton) for load in and load out of events. As well as gaining connections with vendors and picking up/returning their equipment.
  • Audio-Mics, Body packs, receivers, equalizers, mixers. Video- Creating racks that match with our needs for camera op, multiple monitors, projector set up with projector screen, operation plus more. Computer software installation for needs of customers. Lighting setup from Lekos, uplights, movers, LED lights etc. Drape and hardware install/setup. Rigging elements install/dismantle. Have knowledge of all departments cabling needs.

Inventory Control Coordinator

Freeman Audio Visual
Las Vegas, NV
05.2022 - 12.2022
  • Create equipment orders for events in Freeman's inventory control software (R2), entering requirements from equipment request forms or budgets
  • Manage equipment changes leading up to events
  • Determine how to best fill inventory shortages and ensure coverage of shows via inter-branch transfer orders, show to show flow opportunities or sub rentals
  • Coordinate cross rentals as needed. Source,Receive, and review the accuracy of vendor invoices and also Vendor quotes with the verified accurate equipment requested.
  • •Assist in all areas of warehouse management as required
  • Identify potential risks and create mitigation plans
  • Initiates communication with Technicians, Managers, Supervisors, Leads, PMs, CRMs, and Vendors via phone calls, conference calls and email communications
  • Monitored project progress and presented status to solve productivity issues.
  • Set up delivery of materials using our R2 system for arrival and return accurate dates/times for production schedules.
  • Ensures the procurement and tracking of equipment shipment and installation to meet Customer implementation timelines
  • Perform administrative duties commensurate with the requirements of the organization including data gathering, metrics, and reports.
  • Researched inventory-related discrepancies and made appropriate adjustments in system.
  • Apply industry knowledge to communicate and harmonize Freeman client's production requirements between sales and branch operations; improving efficiencies, controlling costs and providing a seamless flow of information
  • Works with sales and operations prior to, during, and after the event to ensure successful delivery of all production requirements
  • Responsible for accounts that follow normal/standard specifications
  • Provides technical advice and assists sales in the developmental process of shows
  • Participates in the planning and implementation of operational activities for assigned events
  • Attends weekly operations meetings & provides event information input.
  • Works with branch operations to ensure completion of production documentation, and define equipment requirements
  • Maintains a clear understanding of union jurisdictions and how they are to be applied
  • Reviews equipment requirements to determine personnel and labor schedules
  • Maintains daily contact with on-site staff documenting changes & updates as required
  • Compiles and produces post show reports
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Rigging Coordinator

Freeman Expo
Las Vegas, NV
10.2019 - 07.2020
  • Coordinated rigging and associated electrical requirements for produced events
  • Served as the primary liaison between the client sales staff and rigging engineer to ensure successful coordination of rigging requirements
  • Professionally interacted with customers, team members, and third-party vendor/partner representatives to provide the highest level of service excellence
  • Created and maintained show files/show kits to ensure completion of required documentation
  • Worked with the Client Solutions Manager and clients to gather specifications and enter the appropriate systems
  • Produced and processed on-site work tickets as required
  • Completed work tickets and enter dismantle labor
  • Ensured labor tickets are signed by exhibitors
  • Dispatched labor and obtain detailed information about installation upon return
  • Created final billing reports for invoicing. Worked with clients on billing and cost. Then got with management for Approval on service reports, expense reports, & customer reports.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems. While staying diligent with communication for everything to go smoothly as possible with all the clients, technicians and management.
  • Handled all delegated tasks, including coordinating with Electricians(IBEW), Stagehands(IATSE), & also Teamsters. Approving timecards on Kronos, boosting team moral.
  • Worked hand in hand with the install & dismantle for all signs, structures, LED walls, power, gear needed & various other tasks.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Performed other duties as assigned

Equipment Logistics Coordinator

Freeman Audio Visual
Las Vegas, NV
06.2017 - 10.2019
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Assisted with all aspects of quality assurance and processing of Freeman's general and specialty equipment
  • Interfaced with various show personnel to ensure that show needs are met
  • Processed and maintained all of the incoming equipment product types for specified area
  • Assisted with all aspects of inventorying both serialized and non-serialized product types, including work trunks and specialty equipment kits
  • Communicated with show personnel to gather accurate show requirements, and ensure that appropriate equipment is correctly entered into R2
  • Facilitated the accurate pulling of equipment according to R2
  • Tracked missing parts and create orders for replacement parts
  • Assisted with generating and implementing best practices and SOP's for establishing quality control guidelines for equipment
  • Assisted with identifying high priority equipment needs
  • Safely operate all types of warehouse equipment to complete daily tasks (forklifts, pallet jacks, slackers, rolling lacers, etc.)
  • Assist with repairs of equipment as needed
  • Send damaged or malfunctioning equipment to the appropriate service personnel
  • Assisted other areas within the Quality Control departments. Experience in separate departments such as Rigging, Lighting, Drapes, Computers, Display (Monitors/TVs and also LED panels.) Video, and audio. Learned set ups for departments & installs for show site purposes along with install, repair, and maintenance of all types and grades of commercial hardware.
  • Helped to foster a positive team oriented atmosphere

Temp/Rigging Department

United Staffing Associates
Las Vegas, NV
09.2016 - 05.2017
  • Insure quality of equipment. .
  • Stage gear in their assigned loading bay square.
  • Communicate and adjust with Team.
  • Run chains for Motors & QC of Distros, quality of Wire rope, Gac & polyester rig-sets, as well as quality of Cables.
  • Working & ensuring the caliber of all gear is up to Standards. .
  • Check items being shipped out on dates of service.
  • Stage equipment.
  • Follow all safety rules and regulations set by company.

UNLV Production

Freelance.
Las Vegas, NV
03.2016 - 04.2016
  • Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
  • Conducted proper set-up of lights, in addition to running cables.
  • Unloaded incoming products off trucks, sorted items in staging area and transported items to final storage locations.
  • Rigged lighting equipment and assessed finished work for compliance with specifications.
  • Connected, concealed and rolled cables and wires.
  • Assessed wiring and equipment set up to prohibit risk of fire or electrical shock.
  • Consulted with lighting director or production staff to determine lighting requirements.
  • Assisted team in any work needed to be accomplished and completed by the deadline time given.
  • Assisted in load in, show day, and load out of event.

Cashier/Cook

Chipotle Mexican Grill
Henderson, NV
03.2015 - 02.2016
  • Kept on Schedule in a timely manner with Rules & Procedures.
  • Assist the team in our daily tasks. goals for the day & quality of the restaurant.
  • Cross-trained in prep, cashier & cooking positions to support team and help meet all customer needs.
  • Trained new associates.

Education

High School Diploma -

Liberty High School
Henderson, NV
2014

Skills

  • OSHA 30 Card
  • ITI 608 rigging and inspection certification
  • Scissor Lift Certification
  • Certified in Power Distribution
  • Electrical,Lighting,Audio,Video,Computers,Displays(LED walls), Drapes, Fast Folds & Rigging experience
  • Approve service reports, expense reports, & customer reports
  • Project coordination, along with Show Site experience for events and working with clients
  • CPR/AED Certified
  • Typing speed of 71 WPM
  • Excel, Word, Outlook experience along with other microsoft programs
  • Kronos for approving timecards
  • R2 and TSS systems experience
  • Data Entry
  • Documentation skills
  • Analytics and problem resolution
  • Quality control
  • Storage planning
  • Database updating
  • Data evaluation
  • Data Management
  • Technical writing
  • Process improvements
  • Staff training
  • Oral and written communications
  • Task prioritization
  • Excellent problem solving skills
  • Timeline management
  • Team leadership
  • Peer relationships
  • Deductive reasoning
  • Active listening
  • People skills
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Tam Card
  • Networking experience installing and configuring network equipment

Timeline

Rigger

Encore Global
08.2023 - Current

Warehouse Manager

Pure AV
12.2022 - 06.2024

Inventory Control Coordinator

Freeman Audio Visual
05.2022 - 12.2022

AV/Rigging/Lighting/Electrical/Video Stagehand

Local 720 Unión
09.2021 - Current

Rigging Coordinator

Freeman Expo
10.2019 - 07.2020

Equipment Logistics Coordinator

Freeman Audio Visual
06.2017 - 10.2019

Temp/Rigging Department

United Staffing Associates
09.2016 - 05.2017

UNLV Production

Freelance.
03.2016 - 04.2016

Cashier/Cook

Chipotle Mexican Grill
03.2015 - 02.2016

High School Diploma -

Liberty High School

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