John Nold

• Management of all things pertaining to theatrical events, productions, rentals, etc.
• Design, implementation and construction of theatrical sets for plays, musicals, operas and other events pertaining to entertainment and/or educational needs
• Management, creation, implementation, review, maintenance and restructuring of multiple budgets related to theater as well as various college related disciplines and their budgeting needs
• Hiring, firing, reviewing, instructing, mentoring and facilitation of internships for employees, supervisors, lighting technicians and designers, set designers, costumers, audio engineers, multi media designers, projectionists, carpenters, scenic and utility painters, general contractors, etc.
• Maintenance of theater equipment and ensuring functionality for smooth operations.
• Digital Cinema projection system sourcing and overseeing of installation of full theater cinema experience and its implementation for co-existence as a theatrical performance venue.
• Support of front-of-house activities, enhancing guest experience through effective communication and service while maintaining high level customer/patron satisfaction and exemplary entertainment or educationally enriched experiences
• Design, implementation and maintenance of ticketing systems to streamline audience entry and manage seating arrangements efficiently.
• Contributed to promotional efforts by distributing marketing materials and engaging with community events.
• Performed and designed scheduling for all staffing and production needs with calendar maintenance for all performances, rentals or college related event whether annually, monthly, weekly or on a day to day basis.
• Engaged in ongoing training sessions to develop skills in theater management best practices and customer service techniques.
• Boosted employee morale by fostering a positive work culture through open communication channels, team-building activities, and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Developed and maintained strong relationships with local businesses, securing sponsorships and partnerships for theater events.
• Managed talent acquisition processes including auditions, interviews, hiring decisions, contract negotiations for cast members as well as creative teams.
• Established performance metrics to measure success in achieving theater objectives while monitoring progress toward goals regularly.
• Organized community outreach programs to increase visibility within the local arts scene and encourage greater public engagement.
• Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure optimal pricing on essential goods and services for the theater.
• Increased overall audience satisfaction by implementing effective theater management strategies and maintaining a high-quality entertainment environment.
• Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
• Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
• Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
• Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
• Directed technical projects, ensuring alignment with educational goals and community needs.
• Collaborated with faculty to integrate innovative technologies into curriculum design.
• Mentored technical staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
• Facilitated cross-departmental communication to streamline project execution and support services.
• Developed innovative solutions to complex technical problems, resulting in improved system performance.
• Developed technical requirement documentation for new software products.
• Collaborated with IT department staff to enhance network-based technologies.

• Operated sound mixing consoles to ensure optimal audio quality during live events.
• Collaborated with artists and production teams to achieve desired soundscapes for performances.
• Coordinated with technical staff to troubleshoot issues swiftly, ensuring seamless event execution.
• Set up and tested equipment prior to events, broadcasts, and recordings.
• Recorded speech and music in digital formats.
• Enhanced audio quality by expertly mixing for various projects.
• Set up, maintained and operated audio recording equipment and performed troubleshooting and audio system breakdown for broadcasts.
• Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions.
• Boosted client satisfaction rates by providing exceptional customer service and addressing concerns promptly.
• Developed and implemented audio recording techniques to enhance overall production value.
• Supported artists'' performances by designing and implementing tailored sound environments for live events.
• Elevated overall acoustic experience at live events through precise sound system calibration and monitoring techniques.
• Adapted quickly to last-minute changes in event schedules and setups, maintaining high-quality lighting under tight deadlines.
• Followed lighting design plan to select fixtures and control settings.
• Customized and designed lighting based on specific theater and concert requirements.

Audio engineering duties as well as all stage hand duties

Stage manager for multiple musicals

Audio Engineer for mulitple musicals