Bruce Scott
Pleasant Prairie,WI
Summary
Dedicated technical theatre professional with 14 years of experience in live entertainment, including over 8 years as Head Stage Staff. Expertise in stage operations and show execution, with a focus on safety and quality. Committed to advancing knowledge of stage automation systems.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Stage Staff/Head Stage Staff
Royal Caribbean International
International Waters
02.2018 - Current
- Frequently selected to serve as Head Stage Staff based on technical knowledge, leadership, and performance.
- Operate and monitor CAT (Computer-Aided Theatre) automation system to execute complex scenic movements and automated stage cues.
- Assisted in troubleshooting, testing, and routine maintenance of CAT automation system, contributing to safe and reliable operation.
- Execute cue tracks while maintaining clear communication with stage management and technical teams during live performances.
- Troubleshot technical issues during performances, minimizing disruptions and maintaining production quality.
- Provided timely solutions to technical issues to ensure uninterrupted live shows. during performances while minimizing disruptions.
- Continue developing advanced knowledge of stage automation systems through hands-on experience and ongoing training.
Theatre Technician
Six Flags Great American
Gurnee, IL
05.2014 - 01.2022
- Provided stage setup and technical support for multiple large-size shows and parades.
- Coordinated multiple technical and backstage duties during live stage performances, covering stagehand work, line set operation, lighting, audio mixing, prop handling, follow spot operation, and stage manager support in medium to large venue theatres.
- Executed float driving and oversaw placement and setup of parade floors and props for large summer nighttime parades.
- Managed set construction and strike operations for shows and special events.
- Inspected stage equipment and rigging for safe performance readiness.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts
UW-Whitewater
Whitewater01-2017
Skills
- Stage Automation Operation
- Theatre automation
- Cue Execution
- Troubleshooting
- Technical Theatre
- Show operations
- Backstage Coordination
- Safety Compliance
- Leadership
- Team Collaboration
- Strong teamwork
- Theatre Set Maintenance
- Audience Engagement
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 12 technical stage members.
- Achieved Production Manager training by completing/helping Production managers in charge with work or fixes that needed to be done.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets and schedule planning
Certification
Chicago Flyhouse- Level 1-5
HBST Training
Ship Security Training
MEWP Training
Timeline
Technical Stage Staff/Head Stage Staff
Royal Caribbean International
02.2018 - Current
Theatre Technician
Six Flags Great American
05.2014 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts
UW-Whitewater
Personal Information
Work history
8 years and 6 months