Ismael Araniva
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
To enrich work environment by using all abilities to be effective team player and bring growth to myself and organization.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Audio/Musical Director
Aguilas Centro Familiar Cristiano
Las Vegas, NV
03.2023 - Current
- Organize music content for worship team to practice on weekly services.
- Assist in producing concerts and other productions such as Easter and Christmas.
- Led projects by making budgets for lighting, audio, and kids ministry carrying it out to its completion.
- Coordinate with the production manager to ensure all technical aspects were properly executed.
- Facilitated production teams and talent using the auditorium for live events, conferences, and concerts.
- Run tracks with Ableton Live by creating scenes for the week to week set list.
- Optimize acoustics through positioning, tuning, and maintenance of all elements in Audio PA System.
Stage Technician
David Copperfield Theater at MGM Resorts
Las Vegas, NV
03.2016 - Current
- Ran cue tracks that include audio, fly, lighting, carpentry, and props.
- Ensured adherence to artistic vision set forth by talent/artist within department guidelines.
- Supported Head Carpenter and technical staff with project needs to facilitate production requirements.
- Ensured theatre equipment was in good working condition through regular repairs and inspections.
- Maintained professional relationships with resident show partners and booked talent in the theater.
Stage Technician
Rhino Staging, LLC
Las Vegas, NV
09.2015 - 08.2021
- Supported leads in executing audio, video, lighting, and staging for seamless event production.
- Coordinated setup and teardown of lighting, sound systems, microphones, and special effects for events, ensuring timely readiness.
- Achieved optimal set lighting aligned with director's vision to enhance overall production quality.
- Ensured safety of heavy equipment by securely fastening them to trusses with proper clamps and brackets.
- Unloaded and loaded equipment off semi trucks in a safe and practical manner.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bonanza High School
Las Vegas, NV05-2015
Bethel Music Worship School
Redding, CA07-2023
Skills
- Audio Engineering
- Proficient in Ableton Live
- Music production
- Team Leadership
- Bilingual
- Adaptable
- Resourceful
- Self-starter
References
- Marissa Salazar, COO Assistant, Aguilas CFC, (702) 371-1098 [marissasalazar@aguilascfc.org]
- Bret Doty, Head Carpenter, David Copperfield Theater, (702) 241-4012 [BDoty@lv.mgmgrand.com]
- Darren Segura, Head of Audio, David Copperfield Theater, (702) 371-4853 [dsegura@lv.mgmgrand.com]
Timeline
Head of Audio/Musical Director
Aguilas Centro Familiar Cristiano
03.2023 - Current
Stage Technician
David Copperfield Theater at MGM Resorts
03.2016 - Current
Stage Technician
Rhino Staging, LLC
09.2015 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Bonanza High School
Bethel Music Worship School