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Matthew Calhoun

Nashville,TN

Summary

Results-driven Set Carpenter with a successful track record at TWO UP TWO DOWN LLC, recognized for effective team leadership in the safe assembly of intricate stage setups. Expertise in problem-solving and attention to detail has contributed to the success of high-quality video productions. Proficient in motor maintenance and rigging equipment, enhancing operational efficiency within production environments. Aspiring to advance technical expertise and leadership capabilities.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Rigger

CP Rigging
Nashville, TN
01.2025 - Current
  • Safely rigged and installed truss and lighting elements, ensuring adherence to all safety regulations
  • Attached/Hung soft goods and signage throughout the Nashville Convention Center.

Set Carpenter

TWO UP TWO DOWN LLC
Nashville, TN
02.2023 - Current
  • Lead 14 local stagehands through the assembly of the stage 60x40x5, along with a runway and thrust, ensuring it was built safely and without incident.
  • Constructed set pieces and attached lighting elements.
  • Collaborated with Lead Rigger by executing walk-and-chalk tasks.
  • Assisted the video team in filming and recording the show, working with the director to ensure an end product to be proud of.

Set Carpenter

MMM TOURING INC
Nashville, TN
03.2022 - 12.2022
  • Managed stagehands in creating intricate set pieces.
  • Loading trucks and bus trailers.
  • Constructed set risers safely and efficiently.

Builder

New Payroll Associates, LLC
Burbank, CA
04.2022 - 05.2022
  • Travel with a merch trailer, and add an addition to it. The front of it is designed to make it appear to be a bus. Instagram funded the project.
  • We would set up photo booths and activations so that the crowds at the shows would be able to purchase merch before attending the show.
  • Would stay with merch trailer and assist in the flow of people coming in setting up barricades.

Motor Technician

Five Points Production Services
Bell Buckle, TN
10.2021 - 03.2022
  • Disassembled and rebuilt chain motor hoists, ensuring the motor was running correctly, the chains were oiled, and that it was ready to be sent back on the road.
  • Receive tour packages back, and scan items back into inventory.
  • Inspect steel packages as they were received as well as cable packages, being sure they were in good order before returning them into inventory.

Education

High School Diploma -

La Vergne High School
La Vergne, TN
05-2015

Skills

  • Rigging equipment inspection
  • Effective problem solving
  • Set construction
  • Stage assembly
  • Running motors
  • Attention to detail

Timeline

Rigger

CP Rigging
01.2025 - Current

Set Carpenter

TWO UP TWO DOWN LLC
02.2023 - Current

Builder

New Payroll Associates, LLC
04.2022 - 05.2022

Set Carpenter

MMM TOURING INC
03.2022 - 12.2022

Motor Technician

Five Points Production Services
10.2021 - 03.2022

High School Diploma -

La Vergne High School