Michael Castle
Los Angeles,CA
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.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Stagehand
Live Nation Worldwide Inc.
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted touring companies with load-in and load-out of rigging, lighting, audio and prop equipment.
- Enhanced stage production quality by efficiently setting up and breaking down sets, lighting, and sound equipment.
- Stored, loaded and unloaded set pieces and technical equipment for daily performances.
- Contributed to the successful execution of various shows by maintaining a safe and clean backstage area.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting responsibilities as needed due to unexpected circumstances or last-minute changes before showtime.
- Upheld professional standards of conduct and performance etiquette, contributing to a positive work environment among team members.
Lighting Grip
JPI Productions
04.2022 - Current
- Enhanced lighting quality by expertly positioning and adjusting lights for various scenes.
- Ensured safe working conditions by properly rigging and securing all lighting equipment.
- Demonstrated flexibility by adapting to last-minute script changes that impacted the overall lighting design.
- Minimized downtime during shoots by swiftly addressing technical issues with lights or grip equipment as they arose.
- Elevated production value through strategic use of resources such as gels, scrims, flags, and reflectors for optimal lighting effects.
- Handled minor repairs and routine upkeep on lighting equipment by replacing lamps and filters.
Lighting Technician
Contracted Work
03.2022 - Current
- Programmed consoles prior to events.
- Worked with other lighting technicians in set-up and operation of lighting equipment for live stage production.
- Analyzed and interpreted lighting designer's plans as well as detailed notes from stage management.
- Streamlined lighting setup process by maintaining organized equipment inventory and thorough documentation of layouts.
- Managed and maintained equipment between productions.
- Enhanced lighting with use of dimmers and computerized timing controls.
Education
No Degree - Film, TV, Stage Production
West Los Angeles College
Culver City, CASkills
- Lighting Control Systems
- Electrical Safety
- Adaptable to change
- Cable Management
- Grip Equipment Knowledge
- Diffusion techniques
- Color Temperature Understanding
- Attention to Detail
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Fixture Installation
- Interpersonal Communication
- Equipment Maintenance
Timeline
Lighting Grip
JPI Productions
04.2022 - Current
Lighting Technician
Contracted Work
03.2022 - Current
Stagehand
Live Nation Worldwide Inc.
01.2022 - Current
No Degree - Film, TV, Stage Production
West Los Angeles College