Jonathan Stanley
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Accomplished lighting professional committed to proper placement of systems and equipment in alignment with specifications and themes. Effective in blending advanced technical and creative strengths to achieve objectives on time and within budget. Expertise in various types of systems.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR05.2004
Work History
Warehouse Associate
Solotech
07.2021 - 10.2024
- Responsible for control of high-end inventory for multimillion-dollar entertainment installation projects
- Responsible for the tracking of all incoming and outgoing shipments, project bench stock, e-commerce and inter-company asset transfers
- Cultivated a versatile knowledge of the use of Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Salesforce in project finance and inventory control
- Efficiently organized and maintained inventory in accordance with company standards
Logistics Manager
Blue Planet Lighting
06.2018 - 07.2021
- Installed and programmed lighting systems for numerous Las Vegas theaters, clubs, and churches
- Ensured quality, seamless service of installations
- Managed end-to-end logistics operations, including transportation, warehousing, and inventory management
- Negotiated contracts with shipping carriers to secure favorable rates and terms for transportation services
- Reduced overall transportation costs by 30% through route optimization strategies
Entertainment Lighting Technician
Silver Dollar City
03.2013 - 06.2018
- Lighting Director for a 1,200 seat theatrical venue for four years
- Designed and programmed lighting for a wide variety of artists and performers, for both one-day concerts and extended residencies
- Oversaw installations and rapid changeovers of complex show control systems integrating lighting, audio and video into each presentation
- Tracked and performed both routine and special technical maintenance for entertainment venues around the park
- Implemented and led training in basic lighting operation for fellow technicians
- Developed detailed maintenance logging for intelligent lighting and projection rig
- Cultivated troubleshooting skills for intelligent lighting and show control networks
Theatre Technician
Northeast Arkansas Foundation of Arts
08.2008 - 01.2013
- Directed every technical aspect of the annual live theatrical production season
- Carried out every aspect of both lighting and sound from design to implementation to operation
- Designed and constructed sets for both large and small productions
- Directed routine upkeep and ensured that technical staff and performers followed safe practices at all times
Skills
- Lighting Design
- Photography (10 years)
- Video Production
- AutoCAD
- Electrical Experience
- Logistics
- Forklift Operations
- Computer Networking
- CAD
- Adobe Photoshop
- Graphic Design
- Warehouse experience
- Writing skills (10 years)
- Material Handling
- Shipping and receiving
Certification
- OSHA 10 Certified
- Driver's License, 07/01/27
- Forklift Certification, 07/01/27
Timeline
Warehouse Associate
Solotech
07.2021 - 10.2024
Logistics Manager
Blue Planet Lighting
06.2018 - 07.2021
Entertainment Lighting Technician
Silver Dollar City
03.2013 - 06.2018
Theatre Technician
Northeast Arkansas Foundation of Arts
08.2008 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Arkansas State University