Richard Corte
North Hills,CA
Summary
Strategic Lighting Technician with strong background working collaboratively with lighting designers, event producers, gaffers, directors and stage managers in delivery of optimal entertainment experiences. Adept in safe installation of operating fixtures, truss and temporary power distribution within diverse environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Set Lighting Technician
IATSE Local 728
Los Angeles, CA
08.2021 - Current
- Configured control systems for various types of intelligent and conventional lighting fixtures.
- Assisted in the installation of transfer switches between utility power sources and emergency backup generators.
- Utilized DMX protocol to connect multiple devices together into one system.
- Monitored lighting-visual elements throughout the event to ensure quality standards were met.
- Provided technical support when needed during load-ins and outs, or stand by and event preparations.
- Adjusted focus points and color on fixtures using manual methods or remote controls.
- Loaded in and out large quantities of gear while adhering to safety protocols at all times.
- Organized inventory of lights, gels, cables, dimmers, controllers.
- Collaborated with gaffers and lighting designers on projects to meet their creative visions.
- Worked with the production team to ensure all technical aspects were running smoothly.
Lighting Technician
AVL Event Technologies
Los Angeles, CA
07.2015 - Current
Lighting Technician
Images By Lighting
Los Angeles, CA
09.2008 - Current
Education
High School Diploma -
Birmingham Community Charter High School
Van Nuys, CA06-2008
Engineering Technology
Los Angeles Valley College
Van Nuys, CASkills
- Dimming platforms
- Power Distribution
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Lighting Design
- Cable Management
- Attention to Detail
- Crew Management
- Live Events
- Professionalism
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Reliability
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Set Lighting Technician
IATSE Local 728
08.2021 - Current
Lighting Technician
AVL Event Technologies
07.2015 - Current
Lighting Technician
Images By Lighting
09.2008 - Current
High School Diploma -
Birmingham Community Charter High School
Engineering Technology
Los Angeles Valley College
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