Joshua CLAUSON
Bellingham
Summary
Security and event operations professional with 20 years of experience directing venue security, tour operations, festival safety, and large-scale public event management. Skilled in emergency response, risk mitigation, staff supervision, and high-level coordination with venue leadership, and law enforcement. Seeking a permanent Security Director role in the northwestern Washington area.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Tour Security Manager
National Touring
01.2022 - Current
- Managed security operations for 250+ national and international shows.
- Oversaw venue security teams in arenas from 3,000–20,000 capacity.
- Directed pit safety, backstage protection, and access control.
- Worked directly with Kevin Hart, John Mulaney, Tina Fey & Amy Poehler.
- Coordinated emergency response and incident management with law enforcement.
CEO / Producer
Summer Meltdown Festival
01.2012 - 01.2022
- Founded and produced a major multi-day festival hosting over 5,000 attendees.
- Directed all festival safety, security, and emergency operations.
- Hired, trained, and supervised 100+ security and staff personnel.
- Worked with sheriff, fire, and EMS on coordinated risk management.
- Delivered safe, successful festivals for 10 consecutive years.
Skills
- Security team leadership
- Emergency response
- Crowd/venue management
- Risk mitigation
- Artist & VIP protection
- Incident documentation
- Access control & credentialing
- Strong communication
Timeline
Tour Security Manager
National Touring
01.2022 - Current
CEO / Producer
Summer Meltdown Festival
01.2012 - 01.2022