JAMES WALKER
Outback Steakhouse
Huntsville,United States
11
years of professional experience
Dynamic Tour Manager and Production Manager with 12 years of extensive experience in live event operations and artist relations. Proven ability to oversee all facets of touring, ensuring seamless logistics and exceptional artist experiences across diverse environments. Expertise in managing large-scale productions, from initial load-in to final load-out, while maintaining a focus on efficiency and safety. Skilled in fostering strong relationships with artists and teams, ensuring their needs are met for successful performances. Committed to delivering high-quality experiences that resonate with audiences and enhance the reputation of the events. Also have over 10 years of hospitality in restraunts and running bars and nightclubs
Work History
Server/Bartender
3 Months- Delivered attentive table service, ensuring accurate orders and timely meal coordination.
- Mixed cocktails and poured beverages following responsible alcohol service and safety standards.
- Recommended appetizers, entrees, and drinks to enhance guest satisfaction and check averages.
- Processed orders through POS systems with accuracy, speed, and clean ticket management.
- Maintained clean dining, bar, and service areas through consistent side-work execution.
- Resolved guest concerns professionally, preserving service quality and repeat business.
- Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
- Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
- Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
- Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
Bartender
5 Months- Delivered guest service training to serve all guests to best ability.
- Made sure running side work and all co workers have what they need to be successful. There to answer any questions the servers or managers have to better implement our service policy to make sure every guest leaves enjoying the experience they had.
- Fully new our wine list, cocktails and made all cocktails from scratch
- Helped guide guest through our wine list to pair perfectly with their dinner
Production Manager
9 Months- Directed production schedules to align labor, materials, and deadlines across concurrent projects.
- Coordinated crews, vendors, and equipment to maintain steady workflow and on-time delivery.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced bottlenecks and strengthened output consistency.
- Monitored quality standards throughout production to ensure finished work met client expectations.
- Trained and supervised team members on safety procedures, workflow expectations, and production methods.
- Managed budgets, purchasing, and resource allocation to control costs and prevent shortages.
- Resolved production issues quickly to minimize delays and maintain project continuity.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Streamlined production processes, significantly reducing downtime and increasing efficiency.
Tour Manager / Production Manager
6 Months- Oversaw logistics for live events, managing all aspects from load-in to load-out for seamless production execution.Cultivated strong relationships with artists and teams, addressing their needs to ensure successful performances.Executed efficient operations by prioritizing safety and quality, contributing to high audience satisfaction and event reputation.
Tour Manager
2 Years 4 Months- All aspects of live tour logistics, ensuring seamless execution from load-in to load-out. Cultivated strong relationships with artists and production teams to enhance performance experiences. Managed diverse environments, prioritizing safety and efficiency throughout complex event operations. Handled all Visas for foreign countries with Management to ensure we are validated to travel to and from.
Operations Manager / Stage Manager
2 Years- SOHO STUDIOS MMW 2022
- Load-in from bare floor to show time.
- Operations Manager
- Stage Managed ROS
- Fork and Scissor Lift opperator
Executive Camp EDC
2 Years- Repsonible for all Executives, Sponsors, and family compounds
- Loading in/out Rvs as well as fixing technical issues.
- Make sure all compounds are happy with their Rvs as well as their immediate family and guests
Lead Artist Relations
6 Years 9 Months- Ubbi Dubbi 2021 (Transpo Cordinator)
- Ubbi Dubbi 2021 (PM Camping Ops Manager)
- Freaky Deaky 2019 (Artist Relations Lead)
- Sunset Music Festival 2019 (Artist Relations Lead)
- Ubbi Dubbi 2019 (Lead Artist Relations)
- Freaky Deaky 2018 (Lead Artist Relations)
- Sunset Music Festival 2018 (Lead Artist Relations)
- Something Wicked 2017 (Artist Relations)
- Suncity Music Festival 2017 (Artist Relations)
- Sunset Music Festival 2017 (Artist Relations)
- Sunset Music Festival 2016 (Supervisor)
Stage Manager
- Provide technical riders for each artist
- Work with Foh to insure a steady and proper run of show
- Keeping stage safe and clear for artist to perform
Tour Manager
11 MonthsArtist Relations Lead
11 Months- Friendship 2018
- Friendship 2020
Austin City Limits
- ACL (Artist Relations) 2019
Artist Relations
- Astroworld 2019 Artist Relations
Parking Manager
1 Year- Parking Manager 2018
- Parking Manager 2019
Overnight Catering Manager
- Overnight Catering Manager (EDC Vegas 2019)
Artist Liason
- Dirtybird Campout West ( Artist Liason/ Stage Manager)
Artist Liason Stage Manager
- Made sure the stage was set and ready for Artist to perform. Having all points checked and make sure the artist have everything they need.
Tour Manager
8 MonthsArtist hospitality
- Managed all bar aspects for artist hospitality for backstage lounge for Soho Studios BLNK CNVS events
- Heldeep vs Monstercat
- Deadbeats Soho
- Rezz MALAA
- Adam Beyer Cirez D
- Catered to some of the biggest names in the edm industry
Lead Artist Transportation Driver
- Dirtybird Campout East Coast ( Artist Transpo Lead)
Quartermaster
- Motorpool inventory - this is the list of all the equipment we have.
- Radio Distro - check out all the department that will need radios
- Inventory all incoming signage and consumables and also at the end of show make sure everything is returned and checked off
Box Office Assistant
- Imagine Music Festival 2017
Assistant Director Of Operations
1 Year- Nashville Chicken Wing Festival 2016
- Nashville Chicken Wing Festival 2015
Education
Diploma
- Varsity Soccer
- Varsity Wrestling
- GPA: 3.2 GPA
Skills
Customer Service
Troubleshooting
Punctuality
Teamwork and collaboration
Fast learner
Customer service
Problem-solving
Friendly and outgoing
Teamwork and professionalism
Honest and dependable
Attention to detail
Professional attitude
Multitasking
Hospitality and guest service
Reliability
Adaptability and flexibility
Calm and composed
Personal Information
Title: Freelancer
Timeline
Server/Bartender
Outback Steakhouse
07.2026 - CurrentRead More
Bartender
Amerigo
02.2026 - 07.2026Read More
Production Manager
Freelance
03.2025 - 12.2025Read More
Tour Manager / Production Manager
Gioli&Assia
07.2024 - 01.2025Read More
Tour Manager
Slushi
07.2022 - 11.2024Read More
Stage Manager
Disco Donnie Presents
05.2022 - 05.2022Read More
Operations Manager / Stage Manager
BLNK CNVS Presents
04.2022 - 04.2024Read More
Executive Camp EDC
Backbone International
05.2021 - 05.2023Read More
Tour Manager
Decadon
05.2021 - 04.2022Read More
Austin City Limits
Austin City Limits Live at The Moody Theater (ACL Live)
10.2019 - 10.2019Read More
Artist Relations
ASTROWORLD
10.2019 - 10.2019Read More
Overnight Catering Manager
Insomniac Events
05.2019 - 05.2019Read More
Artist Relations Lead
LiveStyle, Inc.
12.2018 - 11.2019Read More
Artist Liason
Dirtybird
10.2018 - 10.2018Read More
Parking Manager
Imagine Music Festival 2018
09.2018 - 09.2019Read More
Artist Liason Stage Manager
Float Fest 2018
07.2018 - 07.2018Read More
Artist hospitality
Soho Studios MMW, BLNK CNVS
03.2018 - 03.2018Read More
Lead Artist Transportation Driver
Dirtybird
02.2018 - 02.2018Read More
Quartermaster
life in Color
01.2018 - 01.2018Read More
Tour Manager
Bailo
11.2017 - 07.2018Read More
Box Office Assistant
This Is That Management Co
09.2017 - 09.2017Read More
Lead Artist Relations
Disco Donnie Presents
05.2016 - 02.2023Read More
Assistant Director Of Operations
Nashville Chicken Wing Festival
06.2015 - 06.2016Read More
Crystal River Highschool
Diploma
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