Nathan Jordan
Kinwood,TX
Summary
Accomplished Sr Production Designer at Freeman, adept in Graphic Design,Event Design and Project Leadership. significantly enhanced project outcomes through innovative problem-solving and meticulous attention to detail. Proven track record in improving operational efficiency and fostering client relationships, achieving a notable increase in project delivery success rates.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr Production Designer
Freeman
2018.03 - Current
- Graphic Design
- Reviewed and checked technical drawings by architectural technicians, CAD technicians and drafters.
- Assisted drafters with detailed machinery plans using drafting tools, computer-assisted design and drafting equipment and software.
- Used computer-aided design software to prepare blueprints and schematics.
- Developed CAD drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions and site visits.
- Interpreted technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports to make revisions to CAD drawings.
- Supported project team in design process to update details of each project.
- Modified designs to correct operating deficiencies and reduce production problems.
- Collaborated with engineering and architecture staff to determine safe, sturdy construction methods.
- Analyzed component and system details to resolve design problems.
- Identified potential operational issues and redesigned products to improve functionality.
Operations Manager
Staging Solutions
2017.11 - 2018.03
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications and missed deadlines.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe or ineffective practices.
- Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
- Planned and resourced personnel and logistics for operations component exercises resulting in highly trained personnel ready to act quickly in critical roles.
- Partnered with vendors and suppliers to effectively manage and budget.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Recruited, hired and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
Production Manager
Freeman Audio Visual
2016.06 - 2017.08
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles and quality assurance guidelines.
- Addressed personnel issues and scheduling conflicts promptly.
- Directed key personnel in correct production techniques to achieve required quality.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals.
- Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees and worked with Human Resources to meet changing production schedules.
Warehouse Manager
Freeman Audio Visual
2014.04 - 2016.06
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations and replacements.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization and optimize processes.
- Completed timely and accurate daily logs to keep internal reporting accurate and track materials movements.
- Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
- Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
- Boosted warehouse operations performance by overseeing dispatching and setting optimal employee schedules.
- Maintained strong vendor connections by arranging pricing and delivery structures and managing specific shipment or paperwork concerns.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
Lighting Designer
Freeman Audio Visual
2010.06 - 2014.04
- Determined best lighting design and techniques according to location and situation.
- Attended technical rehearsals to assist with adjustments.
- Illuminated performance areas to verify audience can clearly see Presenters and scenery.
- Used Vectorworks or AutoCAD to create scale plots for lighting rigs designating fixtures, dimmers and channel numbers.
- Performed maintenance, repairs and software upgrades on sophisticated computerized lighting systems.
- Handled minor repairs and routine upkeep on lighting equipment by replacing lamps and filters.
- Implemented special effects to match creative vision of each production.
- Customized lighting strategies based on specific television, theater and concert requirements.
- Followed lighting design plan to select fixtures and control settings.
- Enhanced lighting with use of dimmers and computerized timing controls.
Audio Visual Technician
Freeman Audio Visual Solutions
2007.02 - 2010.06
- Monitored and repaired audio, video, control systems and video conferencing equipment.
- Pulled and terminated variety of cables.
- Provided troubleshooting techniques in integrating professional audio/video systems.
- Performed tasks by using proper tools, materials, methods and safe practices in accordance with best industry practices.
- Led crew of audio-video installation team members.
- Interpreted technical data from drawings, blueprints, schematics and service manuals.
- Interfaced with customers to explain operation and instill confidence in installed systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hargrave High School
Huffman, TX06.2006
Skills
- Graphic Design
- Critical Thinking
- Project Leadership
- Employee Motivation
- Client Relationships
- Photoshop
- Cinema 4D
- Vectorworks
- Project Management
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
Timeline
Sr Production Designer
Freeman
2018.03 - Current
Operations Manager
Staging Solutions
2017.11 - 2018.03
Production Manager
Freeman Audio Visual
2016.06 - 2017.08
Warehouse Manager
Freeman Audio Visual
2014.04 - 2016.06
Lighting Designer
Freeman Audio Visual
2010.06 - 2014.04
Audio Visual Technician
Freeman Audio Visual Solutions
2007.02 - 2010.06
High School Diploma -
Hargrave High School
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