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Ryan Leahy

Palmdale,CA

Summary

Dynamic grip technician with extensive experience at Iaste, Proven ability to foster collaboration and solve technical challenges, ensuring seamless transitions and high-quality productions. Recognized for meticulous attention to detail and proactive equipment maintenance, contributing to successful performances in fast-paced environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Grip

Iaste
03.2021 - Current
  • Managed inventory of grip equipment, ensuring availability of necessary tools for each shoot day.
  • Maximized scene impact with precision placement of flags, nets, silks or other light modifiers when required.
  • Built and maintained camera rigs and equipment to align with filming needs.
  • Enhanced on-set efficiency by maintaining and organizing grip equipment for timely accessibility.
  • Attended meetings with location scouts and collaborated with director of photography to determine filming logistics.
  • Streamlined scene transitions, efficiently organizing and adjusting grip equipment to meet demands of various shots.
  • Fostered collaborative set environment, effectively communicating with other departments to resolve technical challenges.
  • Transported and set up camera dollies, sliders and jibs.
  • Completed equipment setup and offered suggestions for rigging and mounting camera and lighting equipment.
  • Maintained clear communication with team members, facilitating efficient collaboration on set.

Stage Hand

Jonas Brothers
06.2023 - 10.2023
  • Collaborated with stage managers, directors, and other team members to create visually appealing and functional stage environments.
  • Enhanced stage production quality by efficiently setting up and breaking down sets, lighting, and sound equipment.
  • Stored, loaded and unloaded set pieces and technical equipment for daily performances.
  • Contributed to the successful execution of various shows by maintaining a safe and clean backstage area.
  • Ensured timely completion of all tasks for seamless transitions between scenes during live performances.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adapting responsibilities as needed due to unexpected circumstances or last-minute changes before showtime.
  • Increased efficiency in stage setup by organizing tools, materials, and equipment for easy access during productions.
  • Assisted in all technical and practical effect setup for Type performances and broke down all equipment at close of each show.
  • Assisted in the construction of custom set pieces for a more immersive theater experience.
  • Streamlined backstage operations, organizing props and set pieces for efficient changes.
  • Safeguarded integrity of performances, conducting regular equipment maintenance and repairs.
  • Maintained positive relationships with venue staff, facilitating smooth operations during external events.
  • Minimized equipment failures during live performances through proactive troubleshooting and immediate fixes.
  • Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance
  • Camera rigging
  • Light modification
  • Set design
  • Stage setup
  • Safety compliance
  • Performance support
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Flexibility
  • Attention to detail
  • Stage rigging
  • Set tear down
  • Dolly grip
  • Load distribution
  • Crew support
  • Production grip
  • Grip equipment
  • Set construction
  • Multitasking capacity
  • Teamwork

Timeline

Stage Hand

Jonas Brothers
06.2023 - 10.2023

Grip

Iaste
03.2021 - Current

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