Kenneth Gribbon
Allendale,NJ
Summary
Seasoned Lighting Designer with a proven track record at Pulse Lighting LLC, adept in GrandMA 2 and 3 software and exceptional planning and coordination skills. Spearheaded innovative lighting solutions for high-profile events, significantly enhancing visual experiences. Established robust vendor relationships, optimizing project budgets. Expertise in production support and continuous improvement, delivering unparalleled event atmospheres.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Back up Light Board Programmer/Operator
CBS The Late With Stephen Colbert
09.2016 - Current
- Coordinate with lighting designer to execute lighting cues for live taping.
- Coordinate with lighting designer, video crew and artist management to program and execute lighting cues for musical guest portion of show.
Lighting Designer/Programmer/Operator/Crew Chief
Pulse Lighting LLC
05.2012 - Current
- Responsibilities include but not limited to: design, programming, operation of lighting systems, generation of documentation for rental equipment requirements, production advances for each venue and/or festival, transportation and immigration manifests and the repair of all automated and LED fixtures as well as power distribution systems.
- Clients include NCAA Final Four, DelFest Music Festival, Colbie Caillat, Sublime with Rome, Grace Potter, Rebelution, Wolfgang Gartner, KT Tunstall, The Green, Rome & Duddy and JamRock Reggae Cruise.
- Determined best lighting design and techniques according to location and situation.
- Collaborated with design team to input fixture profiles, colors, effects, and movement for cues.
- Established strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating favorable terms that contributed positively towards project budgets.
GrandMA3 Console/Software Course Instructor
ACT Enetertainment
09.2021 - Current
- Consistently monitored student progress using formative assessment tools, adjusting instruction as necessary to maximize achievement potential.
- Worked with average of 4-8 participants per class.
- Contributed to the development of curriculum materials for department-wide implementation, ensuring consistency across courses.
Lighting Designer/Programmer/Operator/Road Manager
Freelance
04.2010 - 12.2017
- Touring clients include The London Souls and Toubab Krewe
Lighting Technician
Frost Productions
01.2011 - 12.2013
- Lighting Technician for events throughout New York City area.
Assistant Project Manager
HITT Contracting Inc.
10.2003 - 05.2008
- Update project schedules, submittal and RFI documentation.
- Attentively communicate with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
- Project estimating writing scopes, preparing budgets and bids for projects above $2.5 million.
Lighting and Projections Programmer and Board Op
Capitol Theatre
12.2018 - Current
- Work with national touring acts to ensure a proper lighting show is implemented along with proper visual projections.
- Assist touring lighting designers by loading in touring production and ensuring the house gear is operational for show.
Corporate Communications Intership
Madison Square Garden
06.2002 - 09.2003
- Coordinate and work special events.
- Help promotional communications projects necessary to implement overall marketing strategy.
- Organize Ranger hockey game promotions with game night staff.
Education
Associate of Science - Show Production And Touring
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL11.2009
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communication
SUNY College At Oneonta
Oneonta, NY05.2002
Skills
- GrandMA 2 and 3/Avoilte/Capture software proficiency
- Planning and Coordination
- Production support
- Echoing experience
- Continuous Improvement
References
Available upon request
Timeline
GrandMA3 Console/Software Course Instructor
ACT Enetertainment
09.2021 - Current
Lighting and Projections Programmer and Board Op
Capitol Theatre
12.2018 - Current
Back up Light Board Programmer/Operator
CBS The Late With Stephen Colbert
09.2016 - Current
Lighting Designer/Programmer/Operator/Crew Chief
Pulse Lighting LLC
05.2012 - Current
Lighting Technician
Frost Productions
01.2011 - 12.2013
Lighting Designer/Programmer/Operator/Road Manager
Freelance
04.2010 - 12.2017
Assistant Project Manager
HITT Contracting Inc.
10.2003 - 05.2008
Corporate Communications Intership
Madison Square Garden
06.2002 - 09.2003
Associate of Science - Show Production And Touring
Full Sail University
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communication
SUNY College At Oneonta
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