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Norm Allport

Norm Allport

Vancouver,Washington

Summary

Skilled Technical Director with a forward-thinking mindset, industrious approach to challenges, and 15+ years of experience in live music production, touring, and event management. I specialize in working organization-wide to offer insightful technical expertise and collaborative solutions to help others achieve their goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Technical Director

Summit View Church
Vancouver, Washington
01.2021 - Current
  • Oversaw technical aspects across all departments of a multi-campus church, including communications, video, youth, facilities, and worship.
  • Trained and supervised volunteers and employees in the setup, operation, and maintenance of all broadcast and production systems.
  • Provided pastoral counsel to volunteers and coworkers.
  • Developed and maintained a comprehensive inventory of audio and video equipment.
  • Developed and implemented technical strategies for the production of live events.
  • Created lighting designs, manned cameras, and mixed broadcast/in-house audio for Sunday services and other events held on church property.
  • Prepared budgets for upcoming projects based on anticipated costs associated with labor, materials, rentals and other expenses.

Creative Arts Director

Peoples Church
Surrey, British Columbia
08.2018 - 07.2020
  • Leadership Team member responsible for branding/communications, worship and technical direction, as well as volunteer training and scheduling.
  • Recruited volunteers based on their skills and potential contribution to the team's success.
  • Worked with leadership to create a culture of inclusiveness in an ethnically, economically, and generationally diverse church.
  • Developed budget and negotiated contracts and quotes to ensure projects were completed within financial constraints.
  • Directed photo shoots and video productions.
  • Pre-recorded Sunday services for livestream and upload during COVID.

Live Music Production Instructor

Regent Christian Academy
Surrey, British Columbia
08.2018 - 06.2020
  • Created curriculum to effectively teach students how to operate sound, lighting, and video for live productions.
  • Collaborated with other instructors on curriculum development projects and interdisciplinary initiatives.
  • Conducted lectures, demonstrations, and group activities to enhance the learning experience.
  • Adapted instructional materials to meet the needs of diverse learners.
  • Operated sound, video, and lighting for school events, such as concerts and chapels.
  • Used electronic equipment and materials to develop and orientate technical skills.

Education

Associate of Arts - Music

Pacific Life Bible College
Surrey, British Columbia
04.2019

High School Diploma -

Culver High School
Culver, Oregon
06.2007

Skills

  • Volunteer Management and Support
  • Operations Management
  • Leadership Development
  • Facilities and Project Management
  • Strategic Communications
  • Creative Direction
  • Attention to Detail
  • Relationship Building
  • Special Events Support
  • Audio/Video Engineering and Production
  • Video Editing, Direction, and Production
  • Proficient in Blackmagic Equipment and Software
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Dante Level One Certified
  • Allen and Heath dLive Certified

Timeline

Technical Director

Summit View Church
01.2021 - Current

Creative Arts Director

Peoples Church
08.2018 - 07.2020

Live Music Production Instructor

Regent Christian Academy
08.2018 - 06.2020

Associate of Arts - Music

Pacific Life Bible College

High School Diploma -

Culver High School

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