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Maria Rosa Gough

New Orleans,LA

Summary

Knowledgeable with solid background in many touring aspects and ensuring seamless travel experiences. Big multitasker and amazing at forming great relationships with clients and venues. I have done almost every job in the music industry. Expert at coordinating logistics, negotiating with vendors, and resolving issues efficiently. Demonstrated ability in team leadership and client satisfaction.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Tour Manager / Production Manager / Merchandise Manager

The Army, The Navy
04.2024 - Current
  • Managed three support tours and one headlining tour across the US, Canada, UK, and Europe.
  • Advanced all shows and coordinated logistics including travel, lodging, scheduling, and budgeting.
  • Liaised with venues, promoters, and festival teams for production and hospitality.
  • Oversaw merch sales operations, inventory, POS systems, and nightly settlements.
  • Supported international acts including Matt Maltese, Dora Jar, James Arthur, and Paris Paloma, at venues ranging from 200-cap clubs to 7,000-cap amphitheaters.

FOH / Monitor Engineer

The Army, The Navy
03.2024 - Current
  • Engineered front-of-house and monitor mixes using Midas M32R, X32, and various festival house consoles.
  • Designed and managed IEM systems for all members, including wireless frequency coordination.
  • Conducted line checks, soundchecks, and troubleshooting across a variety of venue sizes.
  • Adapted show files and mixes to suit changing acoustic environments and technical specs.

Licensed Massage Therapist

Woodhouse Day Spa
01.2017 - Current
  • Provide therapeutic massage to a diverse clientele with a focus on pain relief and recovery.

Concert Manager

Preservation Hall
01.2022 - 03.2025
  • Managed daily concert operations with emphasis on show presentation, ticketing, and merchandising.
  • Hosted and coordinated logistics for visiting artists and patrons in a historic music venue.

Band Manager / Performer

Riarosa
01.2017 - 01.2023
  • Oversaw all business operations, tour booking, promotion, and financial management.
  • Handled communications with agents, press, and collaborators.
  • Composed and recorded original songs across diverse genres, enhancing artistic versatility.

Stagehand / Runner

Music Box Village
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Rotated through production roles including stagehand, lighting tech, monitor engineer, FOH, guitar tech, and usher.

Artist Hospitality

Varsity Theatre
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Coordinated hospitality for artists including catering, transportation, dressing room setup, and rider fulfillment.

Server / Bartender

Stroubes Seafood and Steaks
01.2015 - 01.2020

Education

High School Diploma -

St. Joseph’s Academy
Baton Rouge, LA
01.2015

Mass Communications – Public Relations / Music Business

Louisiana State University
01.2019

Skills

  • Effective problem solving
  • Time management
  • Excellent communication
  • Flexibility
  • Relationship building
  • Conflict resolution
  • Live sound engineering

Certification

Certified Massage Therapist | 2019–Present

Timeline

Tour Manager / Production Manager / Merchandise Manager

The Army, The Navy
04.2024 - Current

FOH / Monitor Engineer

The Army, The Navy
03.2024 - Current

Concert Manager

Preservation Hall
01.2022 - 03.2025

Stagehand / Runner

Music Box Village
01.2019 - 01.2022

Licensed Massage Therapist

Woodhouse Day Spa
01.2017 - Current

Band Manager / Performer

Riarosa
01.2017 - 01.2023

Artist Hospitality

Varsity Theatre
01.2017 - 01.2020

Server / Bartender

Stroubes Seafood and Steaks
01.2015 - 01.2020

High School Diploma -

St. Joseph’s Academy

Mass Communications – Public Relations / Music Business

Louisiana State University