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Chase Jenkins

Stanwood,WA

Summary

Experienced Audiovisual Technician with 4+ years of experience. Skilled in a host of functions, including instillation and testing of cabling, equipment and audiovisual systems. Friendly, communicative and organized.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Audiovisual Technician

De Novo Works
03.2022 - Current
  • Set up projectors, laptops and microphones for live presentations.
  • Tested and calibrated audio and visual equipment to verify proper operation.
  • Provided technical support to event staff and presenters, reducing technical issues and delays.
  • Maintained and troubleshot audio and visual equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Pulled and terminated variety of cables.
  • Interfaced with customers to explain operation and instill confidence in installed systems.
  • Diagnosed and resolved problems with AV equipment and media management systems.

Production Lead

Caesars Entertainment
12.2023 - 09.2025
  • Oversaw daily production operations to ensure efficiency and quality standards were met
  • Trained and mentored team members on best practices and safety protocols
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow and minimized downtime
  • Operated and maintained stage equipment, ensuring smooth performance execution.
  • Collaborated with production teams to set up and dismantle stage environments efficiently.
  • Assisted in the installation of lighting,video and sound systems, optimizing performance quality.
  • Enhanced stage production quality by efficiently setting up and breaking down sets, lighting, and sound equipment.
  • Managed on-site operations, troubleshooting issues to maintain seamless event flow and attendee satisfaction.
  • Adapted quickly when faced with unexpected challenges or changes in plans, maintaining composure while finding effective solutions.
  • Coordinated and assisted in following schematics for events
  • Interfaced with clients and house managers for optimal set-ups.

AV Technician

Atrium Hospitality
11.2023 - 04.2024
  • Set up projectors, laptops and microphones for live presentations.
  • Tested and calibrated audio and visual equipment to verify proper operation.
  • Provided technical support to event staff and presenters, reducing technical issues and delays.
  • Pulled and terminated variety of cables.
  • Maintained and troubleshot audio and visual equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Monitored and adjusted sound and lighting levels to optimize live event performance.
  • Interfaced with customers to explain operation and instill confidence in installed systems.

Audiovisual Technician

AV Factory
07.2023 - 09.2023
  • Set up projectors, laptops and microphones for live presentations.
  • Tested and calibrated audio and visual equipment to verify proper operation.
  • Provided technical support to event staff and presenters, reducing technical issues and delays.
  • Maintained and troubleshot audio and visual equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Pulled and terminated variety of cables.
  • Stored, loaded and unloaded set pieces and technical equipment for daily performances.
  • Worked with stage technicians set up and calibrate lighting, microphones and recording equipment.

Audio-Visual Coordinator/Production Crew Member

Caesar's Entertainment
07.2021 - 11.2021
  • Assisted in the event conversion and execution for arena, convention center and exhibition hall
  • Responsible for setup and breakdown of staging, risers, tables, chairs, bleachers, house drapes, carpeting, portable flooring, etc as directed
  • Stored equipment in pre-designated areas
  • Performs minor maintenance on equipment used for the setup and breakdown of events
  • Operated forklifts, and scissor lifts related to production operation
  • Responsible for operation of audio, lighting, and projection during Convention Events
  • Kept equipment organized and easily-accessible
  • Down-rigged 1 and 2 ton motors to prepare for events
  • Worked with clients and discussed how to best set AV
  • Occasionally put together video wall, including attaching panels and outfitting data and power correctly

Stage Crew Member/ Stage Manager

Edmonds Center For The Arts
10.2019 - 11.2022
  • Assisted audio engineer
  • Had ability to understand audio routing and accomplish such tasks
  • Contributed in set up/tear-down for performers
  • Closely communicated with guests, acts and stage crew
  • Performed sound quality checks and front-of-house mixing to maintain company sound system.
  • Participated in the setup and teardown of events, on and off the stage, including risers, tables, chairs, flooring and carpeting.
  • Set up and tested equipment prior to events, broadcasts and recordings
  • Stayed alert, active and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
  • Directed presented events
  • Was consistently detail-oriented in order to remain prepared
  • Remained highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results.

Assembly Technician

Country Living Productions
11.2020 - 03.2022
  • Inspected all work for quality and compliance with design standards.
  • Kept work areas organized, tidy and clean for maximum productivity.
  • Set up, operated and arranged equipment, including grain mills and motor kits.
  • Worked directly with QA personnel to identify and correct defects.
  • Planned and paced work efficiently in order to meet daily, weekly, project or production goals.
  • Wired and tested motors
  • Identified machinery malfunctions and performed troubleshooting tasks.
  • Prepared, assembled and packaged a variety of products.
  • Worked with kilns, heated grinding plates and a plate press.

Studio Monitor/Office Assistant

Edmonds Community College
01.2019 - 06.2020
  • Loan audio equipment to students
  • Assist students in studios
  • Kept studios and equipment clean and organized
  • Clean and organize computer files
  • Keep software up to date
  • Various office tasks (send emails, file documents, etc.)
  • Lead audio classes and thoroughly explain concepts to students


Bakery Clerk

WinCo Foods
04.2016 - 04.2019
  • Scales, mixes and bakes various bakery goods
  • Produce breads/rolls by mixing recipes. Setting up racks and pans, setting up machines, operating machines, lifting product, measuring ingredients, operating oven, proof box. Pushing and pulling racks
  • Arranged bakery displays to showcase goods in attractive manner
  • Packaged customer purchases with care and organization to facilitate satisfaction
  • Decorated cakes and cupcakes
  • Assisted co-workers whenever possible
  • Assists customers with inquiries (i.e., special orders for cakes and other bakery items) by knowing current pricing, ingredients, availability of product, advertised merchandise, etc
  • Answered questions and helped customers find items
  • Scanned shelves and product cases for expired stock and discarded outdated or spoiled items
  • Stocked and maintained cleanliness of Department
  • Operated all kitchen equipment adeptly
  • Packaged and labeled products
  • Provided friendly and attentive service
  • Weighed,mixed,shaped,proofed and baked 150-200 lbs of bread every day.

Customer Service Associate

Walgreens
05.2014 - 10.2014
  • Dedicated to continuously improving sales abilities and product knowledge
  • Register sales on assigned cash register, provide customers with courteous, fair, friendly, and efficient checkout service
  • Engage customers by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services. Resolve customer issues and answer questions to ensure a positive customer experience
  • Register customer purchases on assigned cash register, collect cash and distribute change as requested; process voids, returns, rain checks, refunds, and exchanges as needed
  • Keep counters and shelves clean and well merchandised, take inventory, and maintain records. Checks in and prices merchandise as required or as directed
  • Constructs and maintains displays, including promotional, seasonal, super structures, and sale merchandise. Completes resets and revisions as directed
  • Assists with exterior and interior maintenance by ensuring clean, neat, orderly store condition and appearance
  • Politely assisted customers in person and via telephone

Education

Film Production

Shoreline Community
Shoreline, WA

Certificate of Music And Audio Production -

Edmonds College
Lynnwood, WA
06.2020

Psychology

University of Washington
Seattle, WA

High School Diploma -

Marysville Getchell High School
Marysville, WA
2013

Skills

  • Strong Verbal and Written Communication
  • Concise Time Management
  • Equipment Installation
  • Cable Organization
  • Audio Production
  • Attentive to Detail
  • Knowledge and Experience with Forklifts and Scissor Lifts
  • Proper Storage
  • Project Specifications
  • Inventory Management
  • Works Well in Team Environment
  • Adaptive Problem-Solver

Timeline

Production Lead

Caesars Entertainment
12.2023 - 09.2025

AV Technician

Atrium Hospitality
11.2023 - 04.2024

Audiovisual Technician

AV Factory
07.2023 - 09.2023

Audiovisual Technician

De Novo Works
03.2022 - Current

Audio-Visual Coordinator/Production Crew Member

Caesar's Entertainment
07.2021 - 11.2021

Assembly Technician

Country Living Productions
11.2020 - 03.2022

Stage Crew Member/ Stage Manager

Edmonds Center For The Arts
10.2019 - 11.2022

Studio Monitor/Office Assistant

Edmonds Community College
01.2019 - 06.2020

Bakery Clerk

WinCo Foods
04.2016 - 04.2019

Customer Service Associate

Walgreens
05.2014 - 10.2014

Film Production

Shoreline Community

Certificate of Music And Audio Production -

Edmonds College

Psychology

University of Washington

High School Diploma -

Marysville Getchell High School