Nikki Pieper
Lake View Terrace,CA
Summary
Looking for: A position as a Production Manager or Team Member.
I have been a Production Manager for weekly live events, overseeing the production and stage teams filling in on every job as required (Producer, Show Caller, Camera, Switcher, Graphics, Audio, Lighting, Stage Manager, Stage hand). I'm always ready to delegate or jump in to make sure the production runs smoothly.
Profile: Proficient communication skills, dependable, friendly, good problem solver, detail oriented, self-motivated, works well with upper management, contractors, employees and other teams.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Independent Travel Agent
Divin'In Travel & Adventure
Los Angeles, California, United States
10.2025 - Current
- I've been an Independent Travel Agent of Global Travel International for 25 years and mixed it in with other jobs in the past. Now I'm doing this full time for my own company Divin'In.
- I have 20+years experience arranging and leading trips around the world with an emphasis on Scuba Diving Trips. I have also organized and led many fantastic trips to some of the top cities in Europe.
- I offer individual trips specifically curated for you, guided trips led by me and consultations for you to plan your own trip. I'm happy to provide resources for you to have the vacation of your dreams!
- Www.divinin.com
- Full-time - Self Employed
- Remote
Production Manager
Harvest Rock Church
Pasadena, CA
05.2021 - 09.2025
- The Production Manager for 2 weekly Live services.
- In charge of Production Team: In-House Audio, streaming audio, 3 live cameras, live switcher, shader, lighting tech, graphics operator, stage manager and show producer.
- I ran the production for 2 services every week and special productions throughout the year for holidays and conferences. Worked closely with the Upper management, worship leaders, technical directors and Operations to ensure the show/Worship Experience operates at the highest level of excellence. Led and supervised the operational aspects of production/media, production staff and volunteers while also assisting in creative projects, and special events.
- Responsible for the effectiveness and planning of the production process and ensured that all aspects of the production were completed within budget.
Production Manager and A/V Engineer
SoCal SSM Ministry School
Pasadena, CA
09.2016 - Current
- Run all aspects of technical support for live music and teaching presentations.
- Not only Set up/strike stage but operated and in charge of all aspects of band equipment, instruments, microphones, cables, monitors, speakers, sound board, DMX lighting board, graphics display (ProPresenter for lyrics, slides, videos, etc), streaming the service live and recording audio and video. Operated live sound using multiple analog and digital sound mixing boards. Mevo cameras, single & multicam, streamed to Vimeo. Currently using Allen & Heath Sq5 audio mixer. Producing each weekly show and special events.
Lead Scuba Instructor, Safety Diver, Personal Dive Assistant, Dive Shop Employee
Hollywoodivers
Los Angeles
03.2003 - 08.2021
- Taught all levels of Scuba Diving, scheduled and managed classes and global dive trips.
- Mentored and trained students and leadership staff, raising up several Instructors.
- In-store retail sales, assisted with product ordering, shipping, receiving, and customer service.
- Worked as On-set Safety Diver for productions for photographers, videographers, and talent.
- Worked as Personal Safety Diver for high profile clients on private trips.
Travel Agent
Global Travel International
Los Angeles
04.2001 - Current
- As a travel agent, I led monthly trips to Catalina Island and Bi-Annual group trips to exotic international locations specializing in Scuba Diving activities.
- I Customize trips and lead groups throughout them with organized calm.
Education
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OHSkills
Proficient in operating:
- Analog & Digital Audio Mixers: Mackie, Behringer x32, Allen & Heath SQ-5
- ETC Nomad Lighting Software on PC with GrandMa 2 full size lighting command console
- Studio Cameras and Mevo Cameras, single and multicam setup, recording, streaming
- Blackmagic Design ATEM 2 M/E Advanced panel 20 Switcher -
- ProPresenter 6 & 7 for graphics, videos, etc
- Avid ProTools, RX 8, Audacity for audio editing
- Avid Media composer for video editing
- DaVinci Resolve for for video editing and minor audio editing
Audio capture/Editing - Live capture and Post production audio editing, full band with vocals and audio mixing for an album, presentations, teaching series, podcasts and audio books
Audio Book Recording, Editing, and Formatting for ACX, 3 Audio Books (all available on Amazon)
Video editing - Worship music videos, Announcement video loops, podcasts-Interview style, teaching series, testimonials and underwater video footage to music
Certification
- Travel Agent #100759001 Global Travel
- NAUI Instructor #36921
- PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer #189390
- SDI Scuba Instructor #11043
Other Interests
I am also a photography and have taught on Underwater photography. Traveling and capturing the essence of a place to share with others is a huge joy for me. This translates into my desire for Live Production to be at its best. I'm always aware of the audience experience and I want make sure the production is done with excellence so the impact to the audience is remarkable.
Timeline
Independent Travel Agent
Divin'In Travel & Adventure
10.2025 - Current
Production Manager
Harvest Rock Church
05.2021 - 09.2025
Production Manager and A/V Engineer
SoCal SSM Ministry School
09.2016 - Current
Lead Scuba Instructor, Safety Diver, Personal Dive Assistant, Dive Shop Employee
Hollywoodivers
03.2003 - 08.2021
Travel Agent
Global Travel International
04.2001 - Current
Sinclair Community College