Michael Kranz
Minneapolis
Summary
Dynamic executive producer with extensive expertise in event management and production, particularly at Paisley Park Studios. Demonstrated success in project management and creative team leadership, streamlining workflows and improving media logistics. Skilled in budgeting and venue selection, delivering exceptional live and virtual events that surpass client expectations.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
President – Executive Producer/Production Management/Technical Direction
Michael Kranz & Associates
Minneapolis
01.1998 - Current
Senior Manager– Audio Visual & IT
Northstar Center
Minneapolis
01.2025 - 06.2025
Production Manager
Paisley Park Studios/PRN Productions
Chanhassen
01.1990 - 01.1995
- Managed world and domestic musical tours for the artist, Prince
Education
Associate of Science - Communications
01.1989
Skills
- Event management and production
- Project management and execution
- Budgeting and scheduling
- International experience
- Technical direction and media logistics
- Creative team leadership
- Venue selection and security
- Public relations and conflict resolution
- Workflow optimization and process improvement
- Technology proficiency and software skills
Corporate Clients
- Dell
- Polaris
- Target
- Best Buy
- Boston Scientific
- Microsoft
- Samsung
- E3 Gaming Event
- 3M
- Music in the Zoo
- United Health Group
- Optum
- Deluxe Corp.
- Indian Motorcycles
- Medtronic
- Walmart
- Several corporate entertainment events including Taylor Swift, Aerosmith, and Beyoncé
Technology And Software
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Adobe Suite
- Vectorworks CAD
- Scenic Technology
Timeline
Senior Manager– Audio Visual & IT - Northstar Center
01.2025 - 06.2025
President – Executive Producer/Production Management/Technical Direction - Michael Kranz & Associates
01.1998 - Current
Production Manager - Paisley Park Studios/PRN Productions
01.1990 - 01.1995
Brown Institute - Associate of Science, Communications