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Larry Rust
Lakewood,CO
Summary
Results-oriented professional with a track record of managing various projects from inception to completion. Known for high standards and strong focus on achieving results through effective team collaboration and adaptability. Expertise in project management and client relations, with reliable and flexible approach to dynamic work environments. I love it when a plan comes together!
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Contractor
RNS Productions
Lakewood, CO
05.2017 - Current
- Have consistently Delivered high-quality services to clients, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.
- Successfully Partnered and promoted several shows along the front range in Fort Collins, Loveland and Pueblo with artists such as Garrison Keillor, Sam Bush and Ottmar Liebert.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Coordinated project timelines and resource allocation, optimizing workflow efficiency.
- Developed comprehensive strategies to address client needs and improve service delivery.
- Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
- Communicated effectively with clients throughout the entire project lifecycle, keeping them informed of progress updates or any potential issues that arose.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and offering solutions that met their needs.
Production Manager / Promoter Representative
Emporium Presents
Denver, CO
01.2006 - Current
- Determine suitable crew requirements, schedule employees and work with the Artist and Promoters to meet changing production schedules.
- Advance all details to provide suitable environments for Artist to achieve their vision in a given city and environment.
- Travel to a variety of markets and venues hosting events.
- Navigate operating within budgets set forth in contracts for a given performance when coordinating all aspects of production such as sound and lights, hospitality, local labor, runners, etc. As well as Front of House functions such as Box Office, Security, Ushers, etc.
- Coordinate activities on day of show from Load in to load out to make sure everything happens according to plan. Coordinate all final expenses with Emporium, Collect receipts, write checks, etc.
Assistant Tour Manager
Tower of Power
Los Angeles, CA
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Assisted Tour Manager in logistical aspects of trip planning, resulting in smooth travel experiences for clients.
- Implemented safety protocols during tours, minimizing risks and ensuring the well-being of all participants.
- Streamlined tour operations for increased efficiency and improved guest pre show VIP experiences.
- Coordinated merchandise sales with venues.
- Assisted on stage with backline logistics.
- Troubleshoot problems during the show on stage as they arise with the microphones or instruments.
- Assisted tour members with luggage, bags and maps while handling other helpful tasks.
- Assist in coordinating meals, refreshments and dressing room set ups.
Tour Manager - Home Free Vocal Band
WORKS Entertainment
Nashville, TN
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Supported team in delivering top-shelf tour entertainment by smoothly handling operational needs, scheduling and tour accounting.
- Partnered with marketing team, local promoters and drivers to coordinate logistics.
- Located vendors for necessary supplies and equipment and organized on-time deliveries.
- Oversaw execution of location-specific promotions.
Tour Manager - Leftover Salmon
Red Underground / LOS Live LLC
Denver, CO
10.2013 - 12.2021
- Anticipated problems with meeting tour deadlines and developed alternative plans.
- Located vendors for necessary supplies and equipment and organized on-time deliveries.
- Supported team in delivering top-shelf tour entertainment by smoothly handling operational needs.
- Managed timekeeping and payroll delivery for an average of 10 - 12 touring personnel.
- Oversaw executing marketing promotions, coordinating with PR teams and sponsors on location-specific promotions and performances.
- Hired support workers, stagehands and some talent.
- Controlled overhead costs and logistical expenses to meet tour budget goals.
- Partnered with marketing team, local promoters and drivers to coordinate touring logistics.
- Coordinated accommodations for crew and tour transportation between destinations.
- Built relationships with guests to promote positive experiences. This is a very family oriented band.
- Entertained tour guests with various props and gimmicks for maximum engagement, fun and lasting memories. (IE:" Quick I need a Gorilla costume and a gross of rubber chickens.")
- Worked closely with management staff to create new and lucrative tours.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Worked closely with accounting firm utilizing Google Docs spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting broken out by billing category, single event or by tour.
Tour Coordinator - George Winston
Dancing Cat Productions
Santa Cruz, CA
01.2006 - 08.2018
- Maintained operational proficiency in coordinating both international and domestic travel accommodations for artist and crew, arranging for airfare as well as hotel and transportation needs.
- The Artist averaged around 110 shows per year.
- Responded to promoter questions, issues and considerations when looking to book shows and helped to implement appropriate solutions to find workable situations for all involved.
- Discussed security issues and protocols with individuals traveling to highly insecure countries or areas.
- Maintained consistent record of completing projects in accordance with schedule and budget requirements.
- Oversee all aspects of marketing for live performances. Develop and provide assets to be used, and approve all locally developed marketing materials.
- Cultivate and coordinate interviews and promotional stops with the artist working with Radio, PBS, Publicists and local promoters.
- Review and approve all performance contracts.
- Work with booking agents to route artists tours.
- Work with local promoters to ensure they are able to provide the necessary production to present artist performance.
- Ensure settlement is correct for all live performances and collect payment.
- Organizing and Booking benefit shows to fill in dates in between regularly scheduled performances. I would generally target a local chapter of Habitat for Humanity, Feeding America, or a local animal shelter as beneficiaries. Then give them tools to successfully promote a benefit performance with George Winston in their community.
- Enhanced recordkeeping and documentation approaches to improve tracking of key dates on calendar including studio time, interviews, concert dates and holidays.
- Took proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues that could have negative impact on business operations and revenue generation such as playing markets too close in proximity or too soon after previous performances.
- Helped senior managers make effective decisions based on current and accurate reporting.
- Coordinating a food bank or similar non profit for every performance to receive portions of merchandise proceeds and to host canned food drive or similar. George really believed in giving back to every community he visited.
Production Manager / Promoter Representative
Steinberg Thrasher Presents
Portland, OR
01.2001 - 09.2005
- Determined suitable crew requirements and scheduled employees to meet changing production schedules. Including but not limited to: box office, security, stagehands, techs, runners, medical staff, police, fire, etc.
- Actively Set up and ran shows in multiple markets around the United States.
- It was not uncommon to have multiple shows on the same night or in the same city on any given day.
- Coordinated all production needs for artists coming into venues.
- Collected all finals and settled shows.
- Made sure everyone was paid at the end of the night.
Crew Chief /Supervisor
Rhino Staging & Events Production
Denver, CO
07.1999 - 02.2001
- Identified, developed and implemented work process and practice improvements.
- Articulated job-related information clearly to employees and constructively addressed performance issues.
- Maintained operational compliance with regulatory and company work rules and procedures.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Supervised staff of between 5 - 120 personnel by implementing company policies, protocols, work rules and disciplinary action.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- I also worked as Fork Op, Loader, Deck Hand, Spot Light, Back Line Tech, Stagehand, etc.
- Excited to have been part of original Pepsi Center house crew, also worked regularly at Fiddlers Green, Mile High Stadium, Richie Center at DU and The Fillmore Auditorium among other venues in CO.
Stagehand
Various
Denver, CO
09.1994 - 02.2001
- Assisted in all technical and practical effect setup for live concert performances and broke down all equipment at close of each show.
- Constructed and decorated set pieces and props per design specifications.
- Worked with a team to put all props and set pieces in place and supervised prop movements at correct times during performances.
- Worked with stage technicians set up and calibrate lighting, microphones and recording equipment.
- Stayed alert, active and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
- Set up and trouble shoot problems with back line and other technical issues that may arise on stage.
- Operate Spot Light during performance following cues from Lighting Director.
Assistant Building Engineer
Neiman Marcus
Denver, CO
06.1994 - 08.1998
- Interpreted mechanical, electrical blueprints and schematics to perform installations or repairs.
- Liaised with vendor to coordinate quarterly fire alarm testing and maintenance.
- Stooped, stood, climbed and lifted heavy equipment to perform installations.
- Surveyed and tracked mechanical, plumbing and electrical equipment to enhance service quality and comply with preventive maintenance plans.
- Maintained computerized or manual equipment logs to detail preventive work.
- Conveyed thoughts and recommendations to supervisors, contractors and other stakeholders to resolve building-related problems.
- Responded quickly to emergencies and summoned additional assistance to mitigate potentially hazardous situations.
- Adhered to timelines to meet quality assurance targets.
- Acted as contact for client's communication with field personnel.
- Maintained and updated all electrical, plumbing, and fixtures in an 89,000 square foot department store.
- Assisted in Shipping and Receiving and Loss Prevention Departments as needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Yuba City High School
Yuba City, CA06.1992
Skills
- Master Tour / AtVenu
- Excel
- Word
- Budget Adherence
- Operational Procedures
- Customer Experience
- Staffing / Sceduling Requirement Determination
- Operational Cost Reductions
- Production Oversight
- Production Problem Resolution
- Marketing Coordination
- Business Operations
- Workflow Management
- Project / Labor Cost Estimation
- Complex Problem Solving
- Deadline Adherence
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Interests
Drumming
Cooking
Timeline
Assistant Tour Manager
Tower of Power
06.2025 - 09.2025
Tour Manager - Home Free Vocal Band
WORKS Entertainment
04.2022 - 06.2022
Independent Contractor
RNS Productions
05.2017 - Current
Tour Manager - Leftover Salmon
Red Underground / LOS Live LLC
10.2013 - 12.2021
Production Manager / Promoter Representative
Emporium Presents
01.2006 - Current
Tour Coordinator - George Winston
Dancing Cat Productions
01.2006 - 08.2018
Production Manager / Promoter Representative
Steinberg Thrasher Presents
01.2001 - 09.2005
Crew Chief /Supervisor
Rhino Staging & Events Production
07.1999 - 02.2001
Stagehand
Various
09.1994 - 02.2001
Assistant Building Engineer
Neiman Marcus
06.1994 - 08.1998
High School Diploma -
Yuba City High School