Mark Parham
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Company owner of Roadie Jesus LLC. Skilled in the design and implementation of innovative lighting solutions for theatrical productions, live events, and film sets. Have successfully managed lighting setups under tight deadlines, ensuring operational efficiency and creative excellence. Strengths include strong technical knowledge of lighting equipment, adaptability to diverse artistic visions, and effective teamwork to achieve optimal visual outcomes. Contributed to enhanced audience experiences through meticulous attention to lighting details and ambiance creation.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lighting Systems Technician
4Wall Entertainment Inc.
Los Angeles, CA
11.2024 - Current
Lighting Systems Technician
LMG Touring
Las Vegas, NV
10.2024 - Current
Lighting Crew Cheif
Zenith Lighting
Orlando, FL
08.2024 - Current
Lighting Crew Chief/Video Crew Chief
Stage Stores
Kansas City, KS
07.2019 - 08.2024
Lighting Designer/Lighting Technician
The Mansion Entertainment
Branson, MO
01.2013 - 06.2019
Lighting Designer/Lighting Technician/Lighting Crew Chief/Video
General Information
01.2012 - Current
- Developed complex lighting designs that incorporated color, texture, pattern, and movement to enhance the visual impact of a production.
- Installed and maintained a variety of lighting equipment for live events and productions.
- Consulted with lighting director or production staff to determine lighting requirements.
- Transported and set up lighting equipment per event requirements.
- Rigged and focused lighting instruments according to design specifications.
- Collaborated with directors and designers to create lighting plots and plans.
- Loaded in and out large quantities of gear while adhering to safety protocols at all times.
- Programmed lighting consoles to create desired looks and effects.
- Coordinated the timely repair and replacement of defective lighting equipment.
- Utilized specialized software programs such as Vectorworks Spotlight for creating plans for lighting fixtures, trusses and rigging systems.
- Resolved complex network problems by identifying causes of errors with packet analyzers and protocol sniffers.
- Resolved network connectivity issues by troubleshooting network settings and protocols.
- Utilized lighting consoles such as GrandMa 2 and GrandMA 3 to test, design, and showcase timecode for shows and events.
- Video mapping with Brompton and Novastar systems.
- Utilized Blackmagic systems for switching, coloring (CCU), and patching with tours and festivals.
- Connectivity and cross-control with Resolume Arena.
Education
Associate of Arts - Electronic Media Productions
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MO05-2013
Skills
- AutoCAD proficiency
- Vectorworks Spotlight software
- Client communication
- Lighting Design/Timecode
- Lightwright Labeling and cross-communication
- L8/Wisywig/Capture Visualization
- Resolume Arena 7
- Proplex Networking
- Power/Electrical (USA/European)
- Networking and Maintance
- Technician of most to all brands of lighting instruments
- Class A CDL
- Part 107 FAA Drone Pilot
- Video Wall Maintanence/Rasters/Networking/Patching
- Operating GrandMA, Avo, Martin Consoles
- Rigging/Markout/Weight dispersion
- Mobile Stage setup and dismantle (Apex Stages 3224,4240,5040)
- OSHA regulations certified (All Machinery and equipment)
Tour Current and Previous
- Porter Robinson World Tour 2024-2025
- Kayzo Unleashed 2025
- Ghost 2025
References
- Jose Rodriguez-Lightin Designer
- Loren Ovieda-Rigging
- George Wilson-Rigging
- Trevor Drawdy-Lighting Designer
- David Newton-Video Director of Photography
Certification
- Vectorks Spotlight
- Part 107 Drone
- OSHA Card for all equipment
- Class A CDL
Timeline
Lighting Systems Technician
4Wall Entertainment Inc.
11.2024 - Current
Lighting Systems Technician
LMG Touring
10.2024 - Current
Lighting Crew Cheif
Zenith Lighting
08.2024 - Current
Lighting Crew Chief/Video Crew Chief
Stage Stores
07.2019 - 08.2024
Lighting Designer/Lighting Technician
The Mansion Entertainment
01.2013 - 06.2019
Lighting Designer/Lighting Technician/Lighting Crew Chief/Video
General Information
01.2012 - Current
Associate of Arts - Electronic Media Productions
Ozarks Technical Community College
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