Leslie Goldberg
Henderson,NV
Summary
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise. With over seventeen years of experience in the entertainment industry, I have proven myself to be dedicated, focused, knowledgeable, and hardworking. My expertise lies in lighting director and crew chief roles, where I have excelled. Alongside my extensive event industry experience, I bring fifteen years of accounting and office administration knowledge. My strong organizational skills and unwavering passion make me eager to contribute my skill sets and experience to your esteemed company.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Lighting Director
Sun City Anthem Theater
08.2022 - Current
- Implemented automated systems or set up manual controls to manage production lighting.
- Determined best lighting design and techniques according to location and situation.
- Implemented special effects to match creative vision of each production.
- Followed lighting design plan to select fixtures and control settings.
- Collaborated with design team to input fixture profiles, colors, effects and movement for cues.
Entertainment Technician/Lighting Director/Audio Visual technician
Station Casinos
02.2016 - 01.2023
- Operate and Program lighting console for concerts and corporate events
- Followed lighting design plan to select fixtures and control settings.
- Determined best lighting design and techniques according to location and situation.
- Prepared and maintained light plot, channel hook-up, instrument schedule, color and template totals and focus charts.
- Set-up and break down of any visual presentation that requires the use of PowerPoint, or other virtual platforms
- Implemented automated systems or set up manual controls to manage production lighting.
- Implemented special effects to match creative vision of each production.
- Enhanced lighting with use of dimmers and computerized timing controls.
- Handled minor repairs and routine upkeep on lighting equipment by replacing lamps and filters.
- Performed maintenance, repairs and software upgrades on sophisticated computerized lighting systems.
- Minimized risk of fire or electrical shock by using optimal safety procedures.
Stage Technician
Freelance
02.2007 - 01.2017
- Lighting, Audio, Video, AV, Backline / Spotlight Operator/Crew chief
- Supported live events with well-controlled lights, sound and video streaming.
- Diagnosed and resolved problems with AV equipment and media management systems.
- Oversaw reservation and distribution of AV equipment and facilities for on-site presentations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Prep and Show Technician
Christie Lights
12.2007 - 04.2016
- Built all lighting rigging for concert tours and off-site corporate events
- Set-up and break down of major productions such as New Year's Eve, Christmas, and various other holidays and events
- Traveled to various locations to help organize, train new employees, and build the location's reputation within the lighting industry
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Bookkeeper
Freelance
07.2001 - 01.2007
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
- Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
- Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
- Posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with corporate protocols.
- Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
- Identified accounting errors when cross-referencing documents and database information.
- Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
- Reviewed and filed financial documents, coded accounting entries for data processing, and posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with all corporate protocols.
- Reduced financial discrepancies through transaction monitoring and management.
- Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Input financial data and produced reports using a variety of accounting software, including QuickBooks.
- Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
- Maintained account accuracy by reviewing and reconciling checks monthly.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
Accounts Payables Specialist
Automatic Door Systems
08.2000 - 07.2001
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
- Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
- Managed invoices for new materials and parts.
- Developed client rapport by efficiently addressing incoming correspondence and resolving many A/P inquires per day.
- Used advanced software skills to produce high-quality documents, reports and presentations.
- Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
- Registered transactions and data on accounting database to track history and safeguard information.
- Stored office and client records on secured server to prevent data losses, conducting regular backups.
Royalties Administrator
Welk Music Group
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Received and maintained all royalty information as reported by BMI and ASCAP for all Sugar Hill Records artists
- Processed royalty checks for all Sugar Hill artists
- Computerized office activities, maintained customer communications, and tracked records through delivery.
- Researched all discrepancies between our sales reports and the artist
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
- Networked with industry professionals to exchange best practice knowledge and stay abreast of latest developments.
- Assisted the IT Department with data entry for the new computer system.
- Entered and maintained departmental records in company database.
Accounts Payable Manager
American / Heritage Landscaping
01.1998 - 01.1999
- Maintained and processed accounts payables for 4 separate entities
- Closely monitored accounts to post timely payments and resolve billing discrepancies.
- Partnered with finance team to complete month-end accruals and account reconciliations.
- Positively interacted with all partners, employees and customers using exemplary communication and interpersonal talents.
- Built strong relationships with vendors to enhance cost offerings and accomplish favored customer status.
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Paralegal Studies
College of Southern Nevada
Henderson, NVCertiport Certifications - Living Online Computer Course – - undefined
2019
Certiport Certification – Computer Fundamentals - undefined
Trebas Institute of Recording Arts – Management
1989
High School Diploma - undefined
North Valley Occupational Center
1988
Skills
- Skills
- Overseeing Live Events
- Crew Supervision
- Lighting Director
- Production Work
- Training Junior Team Members
- Manage Budgets
- Organizational Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Customer/Vendor Relations
Accomplishments
- Certifications:
- Organized
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Communication – verbal/written
- Problem-solving
- Microsoft Suite
- Customer Service
- Accounting
- Quality Assurance
Timeline
Lighting Director
Sun City Anthem Theater
08.2022 - Current
Entertainment Technician/Lighting Director/Audio Visual technician
Station Casinos
02.2016 - 01.2023
Prep and Show Technician
Christie Lights
12.2007 - 04.2016
Stage Technician
Freelance
02.2007 - 01.2017
Bookkeeper
Freelance
07.2001 - 01.2007
Accounts Payables Specialist
Automatic Door Systems
08.2000 - 07.2001
Royalties Administrator
Welk Music Group
01.1999 - 01.2000
Accounts Payable Manager
American / Heritage Landscaping
01.1998 - 01.1999
Certiport Certifications - Living Online Computer Course – - undefined
Certiport Certification – Computer Fundamentals - undefined
Trebas Institute of Recording Arts – Management
High School Diploma - undefined
North Valley Occupational Center
Some College (No Degree) - Paralegal Studies
College of Southern Nevada
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