BRIAN PITTMAN
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Skilled craftsman with strong background in set construction and design, prepared for creating visually compelling environments. Known for precise carpentry, proficiency in using range of tools, and keen eye for detail. Excel in collaborating with team members to meet tight deadlines and adapt to changing project needs, ensuring reliable and efficient results. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Builder/Shop Foreman
Van Matre Productions
Atlanta, GA
05.2011 - Current
- Manage, lead, and mentor a group of builders through tight deadlines to build sets for television commercials, television shows and movies
- Ordering and purchasing materials needed to build sets
- Concept and build drawings for construction
- Build props and sets
- Program and operate CNC machine with VCarve
- Engineer and figure out how to build props under challenging timelines
- Supervised construction projects, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize building processes and resource allocation.
- Directed daily operations of team of 10 technicians and shop professionals.
Set Builder
McGuire Scenic
Indianapolis, Indiana
08.2024 - Current
- Building scenery within parameters provided by the clients
- Onsite supervision for installation of sets at corporate industrial, trade show, and live events
- Organize and label assets for assemblage once they leave the facility
- Interpret build drawings and come up with the best way to complete construction for ease of installation and future use for the client
- Constructed elaborate set designs using diverse materials and tools to meet production requirements.
- Collaborated with team members to execute intricate assembly plans for various theatrical productions.
Scenic Builder
Malone Design and Fabrication
Atlanta, GA
02.2008 - 05.2011
- Lead a team of artists to build scenery for museum exhibits
- Make molds and cast elements for museum exhibits
- Direct build props for exhibits (trees/dioramas)
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to improve production efficiency and reduce costs.
- Mentored department staff, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to integrate innovative design solutions into manufacturing processes.
Education
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
Clayton State University
Morrow, GA06.1996
Skills
- Flexibility
- Hand tools mastery
- Power tools proficiency
- SketchUp proficiency
- Metalworking
- Carpentry expertise
- Construction techniques
- Computer-aided design
- Design and concepting
- Scenery construction
- Set assembly
- Artistic carpentry
Timeline
Set Builder
McGuire Scenic
08.2024 - Current
Lead Builder/Shop Foreman
Van Matre Productions
05.2011 - Current
Scenic Builder
Malone Design and Fabrication
02.2008 - 05.2011
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
Clayton State University