Pete Schwartz
Redford Charter Township,Michigan
Summary
Dynamic Project Manager with a proven track record at BlueWater Technologies and Creative Day, adept at orchestrating high-volume live events. Skilled in AV technology and fostering strong client relationships, I excel in managing multiple projects efficiently while nurturing team growth. Committed to delivering exceptional results and maintaining profitability throughout the project lifecycle.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Creative Day Technologies
01.2021 - Current
- Coordinate live events project lifecycle, encompassing initial client contact and concluding with invoicing.
- Preserve viable profit margin.
- Engineer every component of technology for event.
- Acquire tech labor based on job needs and client compatibility.
- Venue logistics coordination.
- Warehouse operations alignment.
Live Events Project Manager
BlueWater Technologies
01.1997 - 01.2021
- High volume live events project management.
- AV Tech, Audio, video, lighting, staging, scenic, power.
- Live Events Dept Head, 2 years early 2000's.
- Technical Lead MGM Grand in house account, 3 years late 2000/s.
Education
St Agatha Grades 1-12
Redford MichiganNo Degree -
Air Traffic Control, Basic And Advanced Aircraft Carrier
Millington, TNAdditional Training
Skills
- Flex and Lasso proficient, daily use
- Ability to manage several projects simultaneously with high degree of efficiency
- Excellent communication skills
- Corporate appearance
- Ability to interface effectively with both experienced and novice clients
- Maintain client relationships
- Nurture coworkers in achieving professional and personal goals
- Procedure development
- Contract negotiation expertise
Accomplishments
Live Events Department Manager Dave Gillis told me that while at BlueWater for 6 years that I was the lowest maintenance Project Manager with the most positive feedback emails.
I was the PM most used for sensitive, VIP events able to blend into the client work flow well.
Maintain personal clients, The Detroit Opera House and University Musical Society @ University of Michigan.
Vast local vendor relationships.
Good Local Union Relationships.
Intimate knowledge of local tech skillsets.
Timeline
Project Manager
Creative Day Technologies
01.2021 - Current
Live Events Project Manager
BlueWater Technologies
01.1997 - 01.2021
St Agatha Grades 1-12
No Degree -
Air Traffic Control, Basic And Advanced Aircraft Carrier
Additional Training