Matthew Adams
WINTER GARDEN
Summary
Relationship-driven with a proven record of growth, leadership, and team building across all levels, in results-oriented environments. Focused on maximizing systems through creative, collaborative, and cross-functional goal-setting and team-building. Excellent disciplinarian with a compassionate, analytical approach to addressing challenges and creatively developing and implementing outcome-focused solutions.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of School
Circle Christian School
12.2021 - Current
- Guided strategic planning efforts for immediate and continuous improvement through goal-setting within the school community. Efforts included a database transfer and upgrade, significant campus security improvements, and significant process improvements throughout the school.
- Developed a positive school culture by responding to feedback regarding current administrative systems. This led to designing and implementing an online system to allow annual class purchases.
- Established strong relationships with local area law enforcement and subject area experts.
- Ensured fiscal responsibility through careful budget management and resource allocation.
- Implemented innovative technology solutions to streamline administrative processes and enhance classroom instruction.
- Improved staff culture by adding internal HR and improving benefits offerings.
Lighting Director
Orlando Magic (GPI)
10.2007 - Current
- Enhanced audience experience by designing and implementing innovative lighting concepts for live performances and events.
- Used Vectorworks or AutoCAD to create scale plots for lighting rigs designating fixtures, dimmers, and channel numbers.
- Troubleshoot technical issues quickly during live performances, minimizing disruptions to audience enjoyment.
- Supported the VP of entertainment in achieving their creative vision through effective communication and collaboration.
- Mentored junior technicians, fostering professional growth and improving overall team performance.
Teacher
The First Academy
08.2005 - 05.2020
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Led accreditation teams to ensure all requirements were met.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students achieve results well above national averages annually.
- Formulated, developed, pitched, planned, and coordinated all elements (hotels, flights, meals, shows, tours, and activities) of student travel to New York City.
- Supported the theatre program by overseeing and executing all technical elements including scenic design and construction, lighting design and programming (GrandMa 2, ETC Element, and ETC Ion), audio design, and training student stage managers and technical designers.
- Led a team in outfitting a new Black Box theater including audio, lighting, rigging systems, acoustic solutions, and seating configuration.
Lighting Designer/Director
Patel Conservatory, Straz Center
07.2017 - 10.2019
- Collaborated with the design teams to input fixture profiles, colors, effects, and movement for cues.
- Devised intricate cue sequences that synchronized seamlessly with soundtracks, elevating emotional impact and storytelling capabilities across diverse genres.
- Used Vectorworks or AutoCAD to create scale plots for lighting rigs designating fixtures, dimmers and channel numbers.
- Collaborated with directors and set designers to create cohesive visual storytelling through strategic lighting design.
- Streamlined communication between departments through clear documentation of technical specifications for each design element.
Assistant Store Manager
Chick-fil-A
04.2004 - 08.2006
- Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance the efficiency of daily activities.
- Fostered a positive work culture by promoting teamwork and recognizing individual achievements among staff members regularly.
- Assisted the Store Manager in analyzing sales data to identify trends and make informed decisions for improving overall store performance.
- Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL08.2005
Skills
- Strategic leadership
- Relationship Building
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Creative vision
- Content Development
- Technology Integration
- Project Management
- Fiscal Management
- Attention to Detail
- Presentation Skills
- Program Planning
- Theatrical Production
Timeline
Head of School
Circle Christian School
12.2021 - Current
Lighting Designer/Director
Patel Conservatory, Straz Center
07.2017 - 10.2019
Lighting Director
Orlando Magic (GPI)
10.2007 - Current
Teacher
The First Academy
08.2005 - 05.2020
Assistant Store Manager
Chick-fil-A
04.2004 - 08.2006
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Central Florida
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