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Matthew Klopp

Montpelier,VT

Summary

Dependable Lighting Technician skilled in installation, maintenance and repair of production equipment. Works great under pressure to keep operations on schedule. Physically fit to handle demanding tasks and experienced working at heights on equipment.

Ten plus years of experience in full scale concert production, with a focus on lighting but also knowledge of audio set ups, including line array set ups. Experience building video walls.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Stagehand

True West Presents
05.2014 - Current
  • Stagehand at the Alladin Theater, Portland, OR
  • Stagehand at Revolution Hall, Portland, OR
  • Stored, loaded and unloaded set pieces and technical equipment for daily performances.
  • Worked closely with Outlaw Lighting for truss builds and lighting load-in/out
  • Worked closely with Carlson Audio for concert load-in/out

Stagehand

Monqui
05.2013 - Current
  • Stagehand at Edgefield
  • Stored, loaded and unloaded set pieces and technical equipment for daily performances.
  • Worked with stage technicians set up and calibrate lighting, microphones and recording equipment.
  • Constructed and decorated set pieces and props per design specifications.
  • Assisted in all technical and practical effect setup for [Type] performances and broke down all equipment at close of each show.

Stagehand

Showcall Event Services
01.2011 - Current
  • Stagehand at the Crystal Ballroom, Portland, OR
  • Back up stage manager at the Crystal Ballroom, Portland, OR
  • Stored, loaded and unloaded set pieces and technical equipment for daily performances.
  • Worked with stage technicians set up and calibrate lighting, microphones and recording equipment.
  • Constructed and decorated set pieces and props per design specifications.
  • Assisted in all technical and practical effect setup for [Type] performances and broke down all equipment at close of each show.

Stage Manager

STS9
01.2023 - 02.2023
  • Directing local stagehands during load-in
  • Coordinating with all backline techs, to assure their needs are met
  • Working with the artist to assure the stage meets their needs
  • Running the stage during show times, addressing any potential issues during the show
  • Directing local stagehands during load-out
  • Worked with venue production to develop effective use of rehearsal times.
  • Collaborated with technical crew and cast to safeguard presentation of artistic vision.
  • Distributed set times and order of operations

Logistics Coordinator

Satis & Fy
10.2016 - 04.2020
  • On-site logistics for Nike live events in Portland, Los Angeles, Seattle, San Francisco, Chicago.
  • In charge of all on-site labor and local stagehands
  • Tracked orders and notified customers of status or potential delays.
  • Generated documentation and information required for customer shipments. Prepared and documented shipment activities and cargo movements to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Maintained extensive inventory of all A/V equipment and performed regular quality control on Lighting, Audio, Video equipment

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy

University of Vermont
Burlington, VT

Skills

  • Understanding of stage lighting plots
  • Knowledge and experience with GrandMA 3 lighting consoles
  • Knowledge of SOCA, DMX, Powercon
  • Programming and focusing knowledge and data runs
  • Experience with large concert lighting productions
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Set Lighting for corporate events and dinner functions
  • Ability to drive a 28' box truck

Timeline

Stage Manager

STS9
01.2023 - 02.2023

Logistics Coordinator

Satis & Fy
10.2016 - 04.2020

Stagehand

True West Presents
05.2014 - Current

Stagehand

Monqui
05.2013 - Current

Stagehand

Showcall Event Services
01.2011 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy

University of Vermont

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