Chris Moore
Visual FX Designer
Lakewood,CO
Summary
Second-generation entertainment technician with over 20 years of experience in lighting design and general production. Specializes in LED pixels, cross-system integrations, and incorporates advanced technologies such as rapid prototyping and AI, to deliver visually stunning and technically precise productions. Recognized for expertise in equipment maintenance, diagnostics, and repair, ensuring reliability and safety in demanding environments. Demonstrates strong leadership and mentorship skills, fostering team growth and efficiency while managing complex projects within deadlines and budgets. Adept at troubleshooting and adapting to last-minute changes to ensure seamless execution of productions. Committed to advancing the boundaries of entertainment technology to create unforgettable audience experiences.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
LED Video Service Technician
Chris Moore Designs LLC
03.2022 - Current
- Enhanced audience experiences by designing and programming innovative lighting concepts for Clubs, Bars, Concerts, Weddings, Ballet, Restaurants, and Architectural lighting projects, including custom LED pixel installations.
- Used rapid prototyping and traditional fabrication methods to create and enhance LED pixel installations tailored to unique production needs.
- Provided consulting services to clients, offering expert guidance on lighting design, system integration, and project execution for a wide range of venues and events.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, adhering to strict deadlines and budgets while maintaining exceptional quality and attention to detail.
- Strengthened customer relationships through exceptional service and prompt resolution of concerns, resulting in increased repeat business and referrals.
- Optimized budgets by sourcing cost-effective materials and equipment without compromising quality or aesthetics.
- Hired and supervised subcontractors to meet project requirements, ensuring timely and effective collaboration.
- Performed maintenance, repairs, and software upgrades on advanced computerized lighting systems to ensure reliability and seamless operation.
Warehouse Operations Manager
SIX Productions
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Managed daily warehouse operations, resulting in reduced waste and optimized space utilization.
- Implemented safety protocols, reducing workplace accidents and ensuring a safer work environment for employees.
- Organized storage layouts, resulting in increased accessibility of items and improved worker efficiency during retrieval tasks.
Production Designer
Temple Nightclub: San Francisco
03.2020 - 02.2022
- Spearheaded the integration of advanced lighting technologies, aligning with industry trends to create captivating and innovative designs for diverse productions.
- Managed large-scale construction projects, ensuring cost, quality, and time constraints were met, while collaborating with cross-functional teams, including electricians, carpenters, and graphic artists.
- Conducted site surveys and space measurements to identify power capacity, troubleshoot potential challenges, and ensure flawless production execution.
- Created detailed lighting plots and fixture profiles using Capture, streamlining rigging and programming for events.
- Oversee maintenance, repairs, and upgrades for advanced computerized lighting systems, with a focus on large-scale LED pixel installations, ensuring consistent reliability and performance across productions.
- Led and trained junior team members in specialized lighting software and techniques, fostering a skilled and efficient team.
- Streamlined communication between departments with clear documentation of technical specifications and design elements, improving production workflows.
Lighting Manager
Temple Nightclub: Denver
10.2017 - 03.2020
- Managed budgets and timelines to deliver lighting projects efficiently, ensuring on-time completion within allocated resources.
- Designed and implemented large-scale LED pixel lighting and special effects, increasing audience engagement and event attendance.
- Directed the procurement, installation, and maintenance of lighting and entertainment equipment, adhering to safety protocols and prolonging equipment lifespan.
- Collaborated with design teams to create seamless transitions by integrating fixture profiles, colors, effects, and movements.
- Led troubleshooting and repairs on entertainment systems, including disassembling and soldering defective components, ensuring operational reliability during performances.
- Mentored junior technicians, fostering skill development and enhancing team performance across projects.
- Adapted swiftly to last-minute changes during live events, providing flexible and effective support to production teams.
- Contributed innovative solutions for staging challenges within tight budgets and limited spaces, delivering outstanding results under strict deadlines.
Repair Manager
Brown Note Productions inc.
03.2016 - 04.2018
- Performed maintenance and repairs on LED video panels, including Absen, ROE, and G-Tek systems, ensuring optimal performance and longevity.
- Serviced and maintained chain hoists (CM), ensuring operational reliability and adherence to safety standards.
- Supported maintenance and repair operations for audio systems and lighting fixtures, including Martin, Elation, ClayPaky, VariLite, and SGM, enhancing equipment performance and minimizing downtime.
- Streamlined repair processes and implemented inventory control systems, reducing waste and increasing efficiency.
- Collaborated with other managers to develop company-wide best practices for repair operations, improving consistency and quality.
- Mentored junior technicians, fostering skill development and professional growth within the team.
- Maintained detailed repair records, enabling proactive solutions to recurring issues and better tracking of equipment health.
- Communicated diagnostic findings and service options to upper management, ensuring informed decision-making.
Tech Manager
Tracks Nightclub / Exdo Event Center
01.2012 - 03.2016
- Created visually stunning atmospheres for weddings and special events by strategically combining ambient light sources and spotlights.
- Programmed complex lighting cues in advance, optimizing rehearsal time and ensuring seamless scene transitions.
- Troubleshot technical issues swiftly during live performances, minimizing disruptions to audience enjoyment and ensuring consistent audio and lighting output.
- Directed the procurement, installation, and maintenance of lighting and audio equipment, ensuring reliable operation across multiple productions.
- Set up soundboards, microphones, amplifiers, monitors, and speakers to meet production needs for live events.
- Mentored junior technicians, elevating team performance and supporting professional growth.
- Evaluated power capacity through precise area measurements, ensuring safe and effective equipment use.
- Determined optimal lighting designs and techniques tailored to specific event requirements.
Repair Assistant / Warehouse Assistant
Barbizon, Light of the Rockies
01.2011 - 12.2012
- Prepared and labeled merchandise for shipment, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.
- Received and processed incoming stock, maintaining accurate inventory levels and records.
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment to move goods efficiently and safely.
- Loaded and unloaded delivery trucks, ensuring prompt distribution to meet delivery schedules.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, promoting workplace safety and efficiency.
- Streamlined operations by adhering to established procedures for equipment servicing and diagnostics.
- Collaborated with senior technicians on complex repair tasks, enhancing team performance and technical knowledge.
- Improved customer satisfaction through timely and effective service assistance.
Stagehand / Spot Op
Alchemy Concert Systems
01.2007 - 12.2011
- Enhanced stage production quality by setting up and breaking down sets, lighting, and sound equipment for diverse events, including galas, private parties, concerts, expos, and weddings.
- Assisted in hanging and addressing lighting fixtures according to detailed plots, ensuring precise placement and functionality for each event.
- Focused lighting fixtures to achieve optimal angles and coverage, creating visually stunning effects tailored to the unique atmosphere of each production.
- Provided reliable support as a followspot operator, executing smooth and accurate cues across various performance styles and venues.
- Packed and unpacked trucks containing production equipment, ensuring efficient and organized transport to and from event sites.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during setups and performances, maintaining seamless production quality.
- Adhered to safety protocols during rigging, installation, and dismantling of equipment, contributing to a secure and professional work environment.
- Worked closely with clients and event coordinators to adapt technical setups to specific venue requirements, delivering exceptional results that exceeded expectations.
Master Electrician / Stagehand / Spot Op
Aspen Santa Fe Ballet
10.2003 - 12.2011
- Installed and hung intricate lighting rigs according to detailed plots, ensuring precise placement and alignment to meet artistic and technical requirements.
- Focused fixtures to achieve optimal angles, coverage, and intensity, enhancing the visual impact of performances and maintaining design integrity.
- Patched and programmed lighting consoles, creating complex cues and effects tailored to the choreography and artistic direction.
- Operated lighting consoles during live performances, executing pre-programmed cues with precision and adapting to real-time adjustments when necessary.
- Served as a followspot operator, maintaining smooth and consistent focus on performers to enhance their visibility and emphasize key moments.
- Operated the flyrail system, including loading counterweights, marking rope presets with spike tape, and operation during performances to execute seamless scene transitions.
- Assisted with on-deck responsibilities such as scene changes, gel swaps in boom towers, and troubleshooting equipment to ensure efficient backstage operations.
- Collaborated with production teams to maintain a safe and organized workspace, adhering to safety protocols for rigging, fly systems, and general backstage activities.
Stagehand / Spot Op
Theatre Aspen
01.2005 - 12.2008
- Set and struck production equipment for multiple shows, ensuring efficient transitions between productions and maintaining a safe and organized backstage environment.
- Operated followspots during live performances, executing precise cues to enhance the visibility and impact of key moments on stage.
- Assisted in hanging and focusing lighting fixtures on a conventional dimmer system, ensuring proper placement and alignment to meet artistic and technical requirements.
- Participated in technical rehearsals to learn and refine followspot cues, ensuring flawless execution during live performances.
- Worked closely with directors, designers, and technical staff to adapt lighting designs and implement adjustments as needed during rehearsals.
- Contributed to the overall production team’s success by demonstrating reliability, versatility, and strong communication skills across various roles.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business / Technical Theatre
University of Colorado At Boulder
Boulder, CO 09.2009 - 06.2011
High School Diploma -
Aspen High School
Aspen, CO 08.2005 - 06.2009
Skills
Lighting Design & LED Technology – Expertise in creative vision, DMX programming, lighting control systems, and LED wall operation
System Installation & Integration – Proficient in installing and retrofitting electrical and mechanical systems, including custom fixtures and show control systems
Technical Support & Troubleshooting – Skilled in equipment diagnostics, repair, and preventive maintenance for complex systems
Project Management – Experienced in project oversight, scheduling, coordination, and subcontractor supervision
3D Modeling & Visualization – Proficient in 3D design tools for concept development and site-specific solutions
Production Coordination – Adept at technical direction, labor oversight, and materials procurement for seamless event execution
Mechanical & Electrical Aptitude – Expertise in power tools, hand tools, and understanding of electrical systems
Team Leadership & Collaboration – Strong leadership in fostering teamwork and managing diverse crews
Problem-Solving – Innovative solutions for site inspections, creative challenges, and technical issues
Inventory & Resource Management – Efficient in inventory control, materials planning, and procurement
Attention to Detail – Exceptional focus on quality, precision, and ensuring optimal outcomes in all projects
Punctuality & Reliability – Consistently dependable and able to work effectively with minimal supervision
Certification
Martin MAC Attack
Accomplishments
- Lead a team of 25+ in the development of Temple - San Francisco.
- Achieved cross system integration by introducing ShowCockpit and ShowKontrol for complex tasks.
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
Timeline
Warehouse Operations Manager
SIX Productions
07.2022 - 11.2022
LED Video Service Technician
Chris Moore Designs LLC
03.2022 - Current
Production Designer
Temple Nightclub: San Francisco
03.2020 - 02.2022
Martin MAC Attack
11-2018
Lighting Manager
Temple Nightclub: Denver
10.2017 - 03.2020
CM Hoist Technician (exp 2021)
04-2016
Repair Manager
Brown Note Productions inc.
03.2016 - 04.2018
JBL VerTec
01-2014
Tech Manager
Tracks Nightclub / Exdo Event Center
01.2012 - 03.2016
Repair Assistant / Warehouse Assistant
Barbizon, Light of the Rockies
01.2011 - 12.2012
Some College (No Degree) - Business / Technical Theatre
University of Colorado At Boulder
09.2009 - 06.2011
Stagehand / Spot Op
Alchemy Concert Systems
01.2007 - 12.2011
High School Diploma -
Aspen High School
08.2005 - 06.2009
Stagehand / Spot Op
Theatre Aspen
01.2005 - 12.2008
Master Electrician / Stagehand / Spot Op
Aspen Santa Fe Ballet
10.2003 - 12.2011