Jason Connolly
Vidor,TX
Summary
Driven and accomplished Technician with extensive experience in lighting control systems and electrical troubleshooting, honed at STREETZ DANCE COMPETITION and other leading venues. Excelled in enhancing live event production through innovative lighting design and maintenance, while fostering team efficiency and mentorship. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving abilities and a commitment to safety and quality.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AUDIO/Lighting Technician
STREETZ DANCE COMPETITION
01.2017 - 05.2024
- Performed proper maintenance of lighting equipment, ensuring safety, and quality operations.
- Programmed consoles and loaded automated color change systems prior to events.
- Worked with other lighting technicians in set-up and operation of lighting equipment in television and film platforms.
- Analyzed and interpreted lighting designer's plans as well as detailed notes from stage management.
- Increased efficiency during load-in/load-out processes by organizing resources effectively and training team members on best practices.
- Mentored junior technicians, fostering a supportive environment for professional growth within the team.
- Troubleshot complex technical issues during live events, ensuring minimal disruption to the audience experience.
- Ensured seamless transitions between scenes with precise cue execution during live performances.
- Enhanced lighting with use of dimmers and computerized timing controls.
- Implemented special effects to match creative vision of each production.
- Implemented automated systems or set up manual controls to manage production lighting.
Technician
TEXAS STAGE
03.2016 - 05.2024
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory standards and safety requirements.
- Applied critical thinking and research to address complex issues.
- Tested components and systems to evaluate performance and identify concerns.
- Cultivated productive working relationships with colleagues from diverse backgrounds, fostering effective teamwork within the organization.
- Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
OUTDOOR GUIDE
BIG THICKET OUTFITTERS
03.2014 - 03.2016
- Enhanced guest experience by providing informative and engaging guided tours.
- Maintained safety standards during excursions, resulting in zero accidents or incidents.
- Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
- Improved overall guest satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and implementing appropriate solutions as needed.
- Led various themed tours catering to different interests and preferences, showcasing adaptability and versatility as a guide.
- Guided groups of up to 10 people on scheduled tours.
- Collected and deposited payments from guests.
Education
LITTLE CYPRESS MAURICEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
Orange, TXSkills
- Lighting Control Systems
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Lighting Troubleshooting
- DMX Protocol
- Cable Management
- Follow Spot Operation
- Power Distribution
- Live Events
- Lighting Design
- Lighting Maintenance
- Gobo Selection
- Lighting Consoles
Certification
CERTIFIED MOBILE STAGE(SL 100) OPERATOR
DATE ISSUED 09-07-2021
DRONE PHOTOGRAPHY
CAPABLE PILOT FOR VIDEO AND PHOTOS
Timeline
AUDIO/Lighting Technician
STREETZ DANCE COMPETITION
01.2017 - 05.2024
Technician
TEXAS STAGE
03.2016 - 05.2024
OUTDOOR GUIDE
BIG THICKET OUTFITTERS
03.2014 - 03.2016
LITTLE CYPRESS MAURICEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
CERTIFIED MOBILE STAGE(SL 100) OPERATOR
DATE ISSUED 09-07-2021
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