Kelsey Gerdon

• Managed daily operations of assigned projects, overseeing timelines, staffing, travel and logistics.
• Facilitated communication between internal teams, and event partners to ensure projects were delivered on time and within budget.
• Translated client visions into actionable plans, collaborating internally to develop creative concepts that aligned with brand objectives.
• Owned project budgets and timelines, identifying efficiencies and feasibility improvements.
• Directed the development of essential project documents, communication strategies, layouts, staffing plans, and logistical arrangements.
• Managed expectations, provided proactive feedback, and anticipated challenges to ensure smooth project execution.
• Contributed to the RFP process, enhancing proposals and occasionally leading initiatives.
• Conducted venue research, participated in client meetings, and contributed to brainstorming sessions.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and written communication skills, thriving in both office and dynamic onsite environments.
• Excelled as a team player while also capable of independent work, showcasing exceptional organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Comfortably handled multitasking in fast-paced settings, adept at solving problems and offering practical solutions.
• Took initiative, acted responsively, and exhibited a sense of urgency in meeting company expectations and policies.

• Production Stage Manager, Hairspray, Laguna Playhouse, Paula Hammons Sloan, Boebe Productions LLC, 2017, Calling Stage Manager
• Production Stage Manager, Rock of Ages: Education Edition, Surflight Theatre, Paula Hammons Sloan, Ocean Professional Theatre Co., 2017, Calling Stage Manager
• Asst. Stage Manager, All Shook Up Elvis Musical, Laguna Playhouse, Mercedes Aponte, Boebe Productions LLC, 2016, Musical Board Operator
• Production Stage Manager, Summer and Smoke, Clifford E. White Theatre, Christina Gutierrez-Dennehy, 2016
• Production Stage Manager, The Comedy of Errors, Clifford E. White Theatre, Mac Groves, 2015

• Artistic Management Asst. & Company / House Manager, Surflight Theatre, Paula Hammons Sloan, 2018
• Company / House Manager, Surflight Theatre, Paula Hammons Sloan, 2017
• House Manager, The Christians, Black Box Studio Theatre, Brophy Tolbert, 2016
• House Manager, Quilters, Black Box Studio Theatre, Alyssa Rojas, 2016
• House Manager, Water by the Spoonful, Black Box Studio Theatre, Audrey Young, 2016
• House Manager, Eric Buss Tour, Northern Arizona University, Katie Little, 2016

• House Management, Ardrey Auditorium, Brett Kitch, 2016
• Stage Hand, Ardrey Auditorium, Jason Pickering, 2016
• Master Electrician, School for Lies, Black Box Studio Theatre, Kevin Morrow, 2015
• Electrician, Of Mice and Men, Clifford E. White Theatre, Mindy-Judson Garcia, 2014
• Wardrobe Head, Kiss Me Kate, Ardrey Auditorium, Jennifer Peterson, 2016

• Software training for: Microsoft Office, Macintosh, Windows 10, iMovie, Adobe
• Basic sheet music reading
• Drawing and rendering
• Carpentry
• Stage make-up
• Sewing
• Painting and dyeing fabrics with industrial dyes
• Leather crafting
• Dance: tap, jazz, ballet, and hip hop
• Swimming
• Coordinating children's events/activities and field trips
• Magic tricks and balloon animals
• Clowning
• Puppetry
• Circus training
• Driving a 16ft box truck across the United States in four days

• USITT: National Member - Current
• NAU USITT: Student Chapter, Northern Arizona University
• Alpha Lambda Delta: Honor Society, Northern Arizona University

• Production Stage Manager, The Little Prince International and Broadway Tour, France, 2021, Australia, 2022, New York, 2022, Joy Arab, Broadway Entertainment Group LLC, Calling Stage Manager, Worked with international designers and crew members, Worked with aerialists, Worked with projectionists, Maintained/fixed costumes on the road, Maintained/fixed props on the road, Responsible for running large crews for load in and load out, Truck pack caller, Marley
• Asst. Stage Manager & Head Props, Finding Neverland National Tour, 2019 - 2020, Russell Thompson, Apex Touring LLC, Head props, Standby calling Stage Manager, Dog wrangler, Marley
• Asst. Stage Manager & Head Props, The Wizard of Oz International Tour, China, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Russell Thompson, Apex Touring LLC, Worked with international designers and crew members, Responsible for running large crews for load in and load out, Standby calling Stage Manager, Truck pack caller, Head props, Dog wrangler, Marley
• Asst. Stage Manager & Head Props, The Wizard of Oz National Tour, 2018-2019, Russell Thompson, Apex Touring LLC, Responsible for running large crews for load in and load out, Standby calling Stage Manager, Truck pack caller, Head props, Dog wrangler, Marley
• Asst. Stage Manager and Asst. Technical Director, Buddy: National Tour, 2017-2018, Ben LoPreto, Buddy Worldwide Ltd. and Boebe Productions LLC, Worked with international designers, Standby calling Stage Manager, Responsible for running large crews for load in and load out, Maintain scenic and prop elements on tour, Scenic artist, Head props, Truck pack

Passionate professional with a proven dedication to cultivating strong relationships with colleagues and clients in the Audio Visual market. Known for going the extra mile to deliver exceptional service and innovative solutions. Eager to work with cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced environment. I am ready to propel my career Beyond Technology by joining your dynamic team.

• Ben Alexander, Stage Managing Supervisor, Northern Arizona University, Ben.Alexander@nau.edu
• Ben LoPreto, Production Manager, The Buddy Holly Tour, Ben@benlopretodesign.com
• Russell Thompson, Production Manager, Apex Touring/Prather Entertainment, Russell@prathertouring.com
• Joy Arab, Client Account Manager, Live Nation Middle East, Broadway Entertainment Group, Joyarab@livenation.com

• OSHA 10 2023
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certified 2022
• Bloodborne Pathogens and Diseases Certified
• Clark County LVMPD Childcare Work Card