Derek Salter
Chicago,IL
Summary
Talented professional considered a knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings 20 years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner / Production Manager
Twist & Fader
02.2015 - Current
- Experiential builds, stage, lighting and pro audio for small room to festival size events
- Built strong relationships with industry professionals and influencers.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Production for clients such as Legacy Marketing, Corona, Pacifico, Fader Magazine, Sprite, Red Bull, Boiler Room TV, Auris, LIVE Nation, Insomniac, React presents, Paradigm Presents, Jam Presents, Virgin Hotel, Dana Hotel, and AEG
Owner / Talent Buyer / Creative Director
Primary Night Club
06.2012 - 02.2023
- Managing a globally recognized night club. Time out top10 club in US, Reader Chicago top 5 night club, award winning design and sound system
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Host to Lollapalooza, Spring Awakening, North Coast, Sonar, and many other festivals
- Experiential builds for events across the city including over 100 - 400+ person Yacht events, over 50 - 1K person + outdoor events, and a multitude of hotel rooftop gatherings and destination experiences.
Production Manager /Social Media Director
Debonair Social Club
10.2007 - 09.2023
- Talent buying, website development, graphic design, and social media management
- Production manager for world class bands and djs
- Host to lollapalooza and Pitchfork after shows
Education
Multimedia -
Internation Academy of Design & Technology
Chicago, IL2003
Skills
- Hiring and Staffing
- Staff Management
- Project Management
- Adobe Photoshop, After effects, InDesign, Illustrator, Maya
- Extensive Audio and Lighting, and projection mapping experience
- Carpentry
Timeline
Owner / Production Manager
Twist & Fader
02.2015 - Current
Owner / Talent Buyer / Creative Director
Primary Night Club
06.2012 - 02.2023
Production Manager /Social Media Director
Debonair Social Club
10.2007 - 09.2023
Multimedia -
Internation Academy of Design & Technology