Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Joel Quiroz

New York,NY

Summary

Dynamic Lighting and Audio Video Technician with proven expertise at Bentley Meeker, recognized for enhancing event production quality through exceptional problem-solving and technical skills. Adept in special effects lighting and live sound engineering, I consistently deliver reliable, high-quality setups while fostering team collaboration and maintaining a safe working environment.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Lighting Technician

Bentley Meeker
11.2021 - Current
  • Operated and maintained lighting equipment for diverse events, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards.
  • Collaborated with production teams to execute lighting designs in alignment with artistic visions and technical requirements.
  • Troubleshot lighting issues swiftly during events, minimizing downtime and maintaining production schedules.
  • Assisted in rigging and positioning of lighting fixtures, enhancing overall event aesthetics and functionality.
  • Performed proper maintenance of lighting equipment, ensuring safety, and quality operations.
  • Analyzed and interpreted lighting designer's plans as well as detailed notes from stage management.
  • Received positive feedback from clients on consistent delivery of exceptional lighting services for their events.
  • Increased efficiency during load-in/load-out processes by organizing resources effectively and training team members on best practices.
  • Provided technical training to new staff on lighting equipment and design principles, improving team skills and performance.
  • Ensured safety compliance in all lighting installations, preventing accidents and maintaining safe working environment.
  • Installed scaffolding, truss, booms, beam clamps, and cranes for equipment setup and management.
  • Handled minor repairs and routine upkeep on lighting equipment by replacing lamps and filters.
  • Enhanced lighting with use of dimmers.
  • Managed and maintained equipment between productions.

Audio Video Technician

Bentley Meeker
11.2021 - Current
  • Operated audio and video equipment for live events, ensuring high-quality production standards.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on technical equipment to guarantee optimal performance and reliability.
  • Collaborated with event teams to determine AV needs and provide tailored solutions for diverse setups.
  • Trained junior technicians on equipment usage and troubleshooting techniques to enhance team efficiency.
  • Managed inventory of audio-video supplies, tracking usage and coordinating timely replenishment orders.
  • Ensured seamless event production by efficiently setting up, operating, and tearing down audio-video systems.
  • Troubleshot complex technical issues swiftly, minimizing disruptions during live performances or presentations.
  • Set up projectors, laptops and microphones for live presentations.
  • Pulled and terminated variety of cables.
  • Maintained and troubleshot audio and visual equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Diagnosed and resolved problems with AV equipment and media management systems.
  • Operated rigging and staging equipment for seamless event transitions.
  • Collaborated with production teams to execute lighting and sound setups efficiently.
  • Managed inventory of stage materials, ensuring timely availability for performances.
  • Enhanced stage production quality by efficiently setting up and breaking down sets, lighting, and sound equipment.
  • Stored, loaded and unloaded set pieces and technical equipment for daily performances.
  • Contributed to the successful execution of various shows by maintaining a safe and clean backstage area.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adapting responsibilities as needed due to unexpected circumstances or last-minute changes before showtime.
  • Upheld professional standards of conduct and performance etiquette, contributing to a positive work environment among team members.
  • Assisted in all technical and practical effect setup for lighting, audio, video performances and broke down all equipment at close of each show.

Education

High School Diploma -

Washington Irving
New York, NY
06-2008

Skills

  • Special effects lighting
  • Lighting repair
  • Light meter usage
  • operator of various lighting system
  • Stage setup
  • Load-in and load-out
  • Set lighting
  • Audio post-production
  • Live sound engineering
  • Audio-visual installation
  • Event production support
  • Audio visual cabling
  • Audio equipment maintenance
  • Microphone placement
  • Video equipment maintenance
  • Signal troubleshooting
  • Excellent work ethic
  • Strong verbal and written communication
  • Reliable and consistent
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking abilities
  • Team collaboration
  • Adaptability and flexibility

Timeline

Lighting Technician

Bentley Meeker
11.2021 - Current

Audio Video Technician

Bentley Meeker
11.2021 - Current

High School Diploma -

Washington Irving
Joel Quiroz