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Kevin Park

Kevin Park

Summary

Bringing over 10 years of experience in project management, design, and execution, with a proven track record of successfully delivering projects on time, on budget, and to client satisfaction. Skilled in overseeing every phase—from initial planning, specification, and design to final completion. Recognized as a proactive problem solver, resolving challenges at every project stage to ensure seamless progress and alignment with client requirements.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Lighting Design & Product Management

Planled
Gig Harbor, Washington
07.2022 - Current
  • Successfully oversaw the completion of six major sports venue projects, ensuring all milestones were achieved on time and within scope.
  • Maintained strong client relationships, leading to multiple contract extensions and repeat business.
  • Coordinated with venue operators, subcontractors, and engineers to streamline project workflows, ensuring all deliverables were met.
  • Proactively resolved on-site challenges, including design modifications, programming issues, logistics, and installation scheduling conflicts.
  • Negotiated favorable terms with manufacturers and subcontractors, increasing project margins and enhancing stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Managed 8+ manufacturer sales teams to identify and specify products aligned with project requirements.
  • Led collaboration with sales and engineering teams to develop new products, overseeing design, pricing, quality control, and launch timelines.
  • Directed logistics with manufacturers to ensure timely delivery and alignment with project schedules.
  • Provided lighting designs that met MLB, NBA, NHL, and other sports broadcasting standards, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Partnered with engineers and venue operators to address hardware or software issues, facilitating seamless project execution.

Senior Project Manager & Lead Lighting Designer

Planled
Gig Harbor, Washington
07.2020 - 07.2022

Project Manager

Planled
Gig Harbor, Washington
03.2018 - 07.2020

Lighting Designer

Planled
Gig Harbor, Washington
06.2014 - 07.2020

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Design

University of Washington
Seattle, WA
01-2015

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Purchasing and Procurement
  • Project Scheduling
  • Vendor Negotiations
  • Contract Negotiations
  • Client Relations
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Advanced problem solving

Affiliations

  • NY, Yankee Stadium (MLB) - Main Sports Light Retrofit
  • OR, MODA Center (NBA) - Main Sports Light Retrofit
  • CO, Ball Arena (NBA & NHL) - Main Sports Light Retrofit
  • CA, SAP Center (NHL) - Main Sports Light Retrofit
  • MO, Busch Stadium (MLB) - Main Sports Light Retrofit
  • TX, Dickies Arena (Rodeo) - Main Sports Light Retrofit

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Korean
Native/ Bilingual

REFERENCE

  • John Hwang, CEO, Planled, john.hwang@planled.com
  • Cindy Kamradt, Executive Director, Yankee Stadium, ckamradt@yankees.com
  • Danny Nichols, Executive Director, Ball Arena, Danny.Nichols@teamkse.com
  • Scott Jenkins, Vice President, CPKC Stadium, Scottajenkins1@outlook.com
  • Eric Gold, Senior Director, SAP Center, EGold@sapcenter.com

Timeline

Director of Lighting Design & Product Management

Planled
07.2022 - Current

Senior Project Manager & Lead Lighting Designer

Planled
07.2020 - 07.2022

Project Manager

Planled
03.2018 - 07.2020

Lighting Designer

Planled
06.2014 - 07.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Design

University of Washington
Kevin Park