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Kevin SHAW

Coral Springs,Florida

Summary

Quality-driven Lighting Technician with impressive history of success delivering projects on time and in alignment with strict budgets. Adept in analysis and planning of equipment and system needs to address requirements across diverse entertainment venues. Strategic in driving efforts of lighting crew, ensuring proper allocation of resources. Strategic Lighting Technician with strong background working collaboratively with lighting designers, sound technicians, directors and stage managers in delivery of optimal entertainment experiences. Adept in safe installation of operating strobes, lasers and pyrotechnics within diverse environments. Creative Lighting Technician known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in lighting design, electrical troubleshooting, and programming lighting control systems. Excel at communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring seamless collaboration with directors and crews to achieve desired visual outcomes. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Lighting Technician

Royal Entertainment Parties
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
07.2016 - Current
  • Set up and operated lighting equipment for live events such as concerts, theater performances, plays, and other special events.
  • Programmed lighting consoles to create desired looks and effects.
  • Loaded in and out gear for shows onsite or offsite locations.
  • Worked with the production team to ensure all technical aspects were running smoothly.
  • Created a variety of color palettes and manipulated light levels through programming consoles.
  • Monitored audio-visual elements throughout the event to ensure quality standards were met.

Technician

Chauvet Lighting
Davie, FL
09.2011 - Current
  • Performed troubleshooting and repair of equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications while helping other technicians to complete their tasks.
  • Board-level repairs, if needed, to complete the task.
  • Repair the following daily: lights, video panels, and lighting consoles.
  • I'm also the traveling technician who performs the following repairs and trains company techs on how to repair our fixtures.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bridgeport High
06-2009

Some College (No Degree) - Electronic Engineering

Excelsior Community Collage
Kingston Jamaica

Skills

  • Lighting technology
  • [Type] lighting system
  • Technical leadership
  • Lighting installation
  • Sound operations
  • Quality Control
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Sound systems
  • Rigging Equipment
  • Troubleshooting
  • Time management abilities
  • Equipment testing
  • Inventory Control
  • Reliability

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Lighting Technician

Royal Entertainment Parties
07.2016 - Current

Technician

Chauvet Lighting
09.2011 - Current

High School Diploma -

Bridgeport High

Some College (No Degree) - Electronic Engineering

Excelsior Community Collage
Kevin SHAW