Chaz Stokes
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Versatile and results-driven professional with extensive experience in audio and lighting rigging, showcased at Rob Ross Design. Excelled in delivering high-quality live event support, leveraging exceptional communication skills and strategic thinking. Proven track record in enhancing event quality through meticulous attention to detail and safety protocols. Skilled in electrical maintenance and creative problem-solving, contributing to efficient workflow processes and community building. Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rigger
Silverback Productions
BROOKLYN, NY
09.2021 - Current
- Provide technical advice, support regarding installation, operation issues related to theatrical flying systems.
- Planned and prepared rigging before performances and handled rigging changes during performances.
- Signaled and verbally directed workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to protect workers and materials.
- Position stage scenery, lighting fixtures, props, and other objects with precision accuracy using hoists, pulleys, winches, lifts, and cranes.
- Transported materials, tools and machines to installation sites.
- Ensure that all safety protocols are followed while setting up and operating rigging systems.
Freelance A2 Audio Engineer
Avant Gardner
Brooklyn, USA
06.2021 - Current
- Responsible for sound installation for live events
- Maintain integrity and quality of live audio throughout events
- Test and monitor all DJ controllers and setups prior to performances
- Perform regular opening and closing duties
- Support A1 by installing in-house audio rigging, speakers, backline, consoles and cabling
- Assist artist stage transitions
- Maintain organization of PSA
Freelance Lighting Technician
Rob Ross Design
New York, USA
11.2019 - Current
- Responsible for light installation and rigging for live events
- Coordinate with crew and Lead to project manage setups
- Assist team with all necessary equipment loadouts
- Maintain inventory of various lighting equipment
- Support team by installing in-house lighting & rigging
Freelance Stagehand & A1 Audio Engineer
BRIC Arts Media
New York, USA
10.2013 - Current
- Responsible for various general stage lighting installation for live events (live and virtual)
- Repair and test wiring systems
- Test and monitor electrical conduit systems
- Update and maintain all related sound and lighting equipment installations and systems
- Provided consistent repairs and maintenance for defective wiring systems
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the lighting and sound engineering industry while working directly with my team to establish resources, device, and wiring failure reduction, and established efficient workflow processes
Education
G.E.D. - H.V.A.C.
William E. Grady CTE High School
Brooklyn, New York01-2009
Skills
- Audio engineering
- Electrical
- Lighting
- Audio & lighting rigging
- Delivery and courier driver
- Construction
- General stagehand
- Plumbing
- Maintenance
- Handyman work
- Exceptional communications skills
- Meticulously detailed
- Organized
- Ability to think creatively
- Ability to think strategically
- Community building
- Site installations
- Climbing skills
- Scaffolding installation
- Safety
- Equipment moving
- Event support
- Scaffolding management
Certification
- Scafolding
- Forklift
- SST
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Rigger
Silverback Productions
09.2021 - Current
Freelance A2 Audio Engineer
Avant Gardner
06.2021 - Current
Freelance Lighting Technician
Rob Ross Design
11.2019 - Current
Freelance Stagehand & A1 Audio Engineer
BRIC Arts Media
10.2013 - Current
- Scafolding
- Forklift
- SST
G.E.D. - H.V.A.C.
William E. Grady CTE High School
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