Cole Rusin

• Monitored and repaired audio, video, control systems and video conferencing equipment.
• Adhered to safety protocols while installing projectors, displays and speakers.
• Captured and recorded audio using standard field audio equipment.
• Performed various setups, tear downs and mixing for Christian and Praise bands, weddings, funerals, worship services, theatrical performances and conferences.
• Set up, maintained, and operated audio recording equipment and performed troubleshooting and audio system breakdown for service broadcasts.
• Performed sound quality checks and front-of-house mixing to maintain company sound system.
• Used Ableton and Q-Lab to mix and edit tracks.
• Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements and music compositions, and optimized songs and albums using elements, including equalization, compression and stereo enhancement.
• Performed site surveys to determine and design appropriate setup and audio equipment needs for various types of live events for crowds up to 200 people.
• Performed systematic and high-quality diagnostic troubleshooting and repair or adjustment to integrated audio-visual systems.
• Commended by management for continuous punctuality and superior performance.

Spotlight Operator, Lighting Director, Ride, and Show Technician

• Programmed consoles and loaded automated color change systems prior to events.
• Performed proper maintenance of lighting equipment, ensuring safety and quality operations.
• Performed set-up operations and monitored audio levels from all sources to support consistent quality in accordance with established industry standards and guidelines.
• Used Vectorworks or AutoCAD to create scale plots for lighting rigs, including information on fixtures, dimmers and channel numbers.
• Determined best lighting design and techniques according to location and situation.
• Controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs to produce high-quality tracks for variety of performers.
• Analyzed and interpreted lighting designer's plans as well as detailed notes from stage management.
• Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
• Completed in-depth performance tests of parts and systems undergoing design optimization in simulated environments of over 10+ park ride and show attraction venues.
• Evaluated installed electrical equipment and systems to isolate faults and implement corrective actions.

• Supported local teachers and theatre professionals in promoting goals and important skills of next-generation performers.
• Maintained cleanliness and appearance of theatre equipment including costumes, curtains, dressing rooms and storage.
• Coordinated with various production companies and outside organizations to support school presentations and community outreach programs.
• Assisted crews with set building and pointed out problems that could be potential safety issues.
• Maintained schedules, managed deadlines and interfaced with teammates to support production activities.
• Supported 25+ world-class directors and service delivery to client community including agencies, brands and entertainment industry partners.
• Reviewed activities for production team to complete tasks on time.
• Served as primary decision-maker for internal technology spending, creating budget guidelines to reduce waste and decrease unnecessary upgrades.
• Founded interdisciplinary technology review protocols to smooth departmental upticks in spending by better aligning purchase efforts with company-wide goals.
• Managed implementation of new technological improvements resulting in increased efficiency.

• Stored, loaded and unloaded set pieces and technical equipment for daily performances.
• Worked with team of 10 people to put all props and set pieces in place and supervised prop movements at correct times during performances.
• Stayed alert, active and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
• Streamlined operational processes and workflow to increase efficiency of team performance and resource allocation.
• Maintained cleanliness and appearance of theatre equipment including costumes, curtains, dressing rooms and storage.
• Communicated clearly with patrons and staff members through verbal and written forms of communication.
• Liaised between production company staff departments to coordinate activities and create department schedules.
• Maintained schedules, managed deadlines and interfaced with teammates to support production activities.
• Interacted positively with actors and actresses when backstage.
• Reviewed activities for production team to complete tasks on time.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

Lighting Designer, Lighting Technician, Audio Technician, Run Crew

• Worked with 2-10 stage technicians set up and calibrate all lighting, microphones and recording equipment.
• Stored, loaded and unloaded set pieces and technical equipment for daily performances.
• Assisted in all technical and practical effect setup for theatre performances and broke down all equipment at close of each show.
• Used Vectorworks or AutoCAD to create scale plots for lighting rigs, including information on fixtures, dimmers and channel numbers.
• Determined best lighting design and techniques according to location and situation.
• Programmed consoles and loaded automated color change systems prior to events.
• Performed proper maintenance of lighting equipment, ensuring safety and quality operations.
• Stayed alert, active and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
• Assisted crews with set building and pointed out problems that could be potential safety issues.
• Communicated clearly with patrons and staff members through verbal and written forms of communication.