Ryan Woolard
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Stage Technician
Six Flags Magic Mountain
Valencia
07.2024 - Current
- Set up and operate equipment for events such as lights, sound systems, microphones, and special effects.
- Maintain and troubleshoot technical equipment to ensure optimal performance during productions.
- Organize and store all stage props, costumes, lighting equipment, audio-visual gear, and other materials.
- Assist in constructing sets and installing scenery elements as needed.
- Collaborate with production staff to create a safe working environment on stage.
- Adjust sound levels to ensure quality audio output throughout the venue.
- Perform regular maintenance checks of all stage equipment before every event or rehearsal session.
- Replace defective parts on technical equipment as necessary to ensure proper functioning of gear.
- Test cables, cords, plugs, and other wiring components for electrical safety compliance.
Stage Technician
East High School
Bakersfield, CA
03.2013 - 06.2024
- Troubleshoot any problems that arise during rehearsals or performances related to sound system setup or operation.
- Replace defective parts on technical equipment, as necessary, to ensure proper functioning of gear.
- Set up and operate equipment for events such as lights, sound systems, microphones, and special effects.
- Perform regular maintenance checks of all stage equipment before every event or rehearsal session.
- Monitor video monitors backstage so that performers can see what is happening onstage while performing.
- Provide technical support for performers during live performances or recordings.
- Test cables, cords, plugs, and other wiring components for electrical safety compliance.
- Ensure that the set is properly lit according to the director's specifications.
- Assist in constructing sets and installing scenery elements as needed.
- Train new technicians in the use of technical equipment used in theatrical productions.
- Collaborate with production staff to create a safe working environment on stage.
- Transport large amounts of gear from one location to another safely and efficiently.
- Adjust sound levels to ensure quality audio output throughout the venue.
- Securely fasten heavy items onto trusses using appropriate clamps and brackets.
- Assemble rigging systems for suspended scenery pieces such as curtains, backdrops, flats, platforms.
Production Technician
CC Productions
Bakersfield, CA
08.2010 - 07.2013
- Monitored production processes, identified problems, and took corrective action when necessary.
- Assisted in the set-up and operation of production equipment.
- Constructed various types of acoustic treatments such as foam panels, bass traps, diffusers.
- Monitored sound quality during live performances or recordings using professional grade gear.
- Tested and troubleshot audio systems for any technical issues.
- Operated automated moving lights with precision timing and accuracy.
- Loaded in and out large quantities of gear while adhering to safety protocols at all times.
- Traveled between venues as needed while maintaining a safe work environment.
- Worked with the production team to ensure all technical aspects were running smoothly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bakersfield High School
Bakersfield, CA06-2011
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NHSkills
- Set construction
- Lighting Design
- Special Effects
- Sound Engineering
- Welding Techniques
- Rigging expertise
- Audio mixing
- Technical Direction
- Stage Carpentry
- Microphone setup
- Troubleshooting equipment
- Decision-Making
- Reliability
- Audio technologies
- Problem-Solving
- System installation and repair
- Lighting Systems
- Production Planning
- Time Management
- Equipment Troubleshooting
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Stage Technician
Six Flags Magic Mountain
07.2024 - Current
Stage Technician
East High School
03.2013 - 06.2024
Production Technician
CC Productions
08.2010 - 07.2013
High School Diploma -
Bakersfield High School
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Southern New Hampshire University
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