Carla Avelar
ABQ,NM
Summary
Dynamic Production Manager with 36 years of audio engineering experience currently at Quickbeam Audio Lighting Video. Expert in production planning and operations management, Skilled in staff management and fostering collaboration,
I have at one time or another had my hands on ALL parts of a moving live show.
I can Mix, ( prefer monitors )
I can manage a festival stage
I can patch
I am a Tech
I can travel now as my kids are all grown. I have in the past in Texas, done short tour runs:
Jo Dee Messina
The Tempations
Eric Clapton
George Strait
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
Quickbeam Audio Lighting Video
01.2024 - Current
- Managed daily production schedules to ensure timely project completion.
- Coordinated equipment setup and breakdown for various events and productions.
- Oversaw inventory management, maintaining stock levels of audio and lighting equipment.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance product consistency and reliability.
- Onsite operations of events with multiple talent.
- Production Coordinator
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow efficiency during high-demand periods.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging open communication between team members and regularly soliciting feedback on operational procedures.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products according to customer requirements.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Delivered direct feedback to senior management regarding project visibility and status.
- Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
- Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees, and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.
- Mentored junior staff members on best practices in production management, cultivating a skilled workforce capable of tackling complex challenges headon.
- Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders, resulting in better collaboration and alignment on project objectives.
Audio/Backline/Runner
Self-employeed
01.1989 - 05.2024
- Coordinated delivery schedules to ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Managed logistics for multiple simultaneous assignments, enhancing operational efficiency.
- I have worked with and for every company in DFW and have Multiple Referrals from all that are still in business.
- 36 Years experience in Audio Engineering including but not limited to,
- Stage Management
- FOH and Mon Tech / Mixer
- Patch bitch
Skills
- Production planning
- Operations management
- Staff management
- Production scheduling
Timeline
Production Manager
Quickbeam Audio Lighting Video
01.2024 - Current
Audio/Backline/Runner
Self-employeed
01.1989 - 05.2024