RYAN S. HARGREAVES
Carson City,NV
Summary
Results-driven professional with over 20 years of experience as a Director of Production and Technical Director, specializing in audiovisual, networking, broadcast, camera operations, and recording studio technology. Expertise in studio setup and maintenance, including troubleshooting video systems with Q-Sys and Crestron integration. OSHA 10/30 Certified, demonstrating the ability to thrive under pressure while maintaining high energy levels in fast-paced environments. Recognized for exceptional organizational skills, decisiveness, and effective interpersonal communication, contributing to seamless operations and successful project outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Athletic Director AV/IT and Broadcast
University of Reno
Reno, NV
09.2023 - Current
- Perform system test and maintenance on stadium audio and LED video board systems. Including troubleshooting equipment and replacing parts.
- Oversaw scheduling of competitions, practices, and facilities optimize resources for audiovisual and broadcast needs.
- Managed budgets for various athletic departments, ensuring proper allocation of funds for audiovisual equipment and production needs.
- Enhanced student-athlete performance by implementing innovative training replay camera systems.
Audio Visual Manager
Atlantis Casino Reno
04.2022 - 09.2023
- Working with clients to provide WOW factor event in person/hybrid
- Production management: day to day tasks including planning and tracking timelines
- Testing new products to ensure best performance for all events
- Troubleshooting Zoom/ Microsoft Teams
- Including preparing guest to virtually host large scale events
Project Manager
Holm Elect
Incline Village
01.2021 - 04.2022
- Oversee high voltage and low voltage audio visual projects in custom homes
- Home theater design which encompasses sound, lighting, and visual
- Configuring network connections
- Proficient at Cat6 and RG6
Director
Encore Event Technology
03.2015 - 01.2021
- Audio Visual for 3 Casinos/ Managing technical team to complete events
- Audio and Light Engineering
- Designs and Implements Audio and Visual needs for client
- Assessing equipment needs
- Scheduling and preparing events
Live Audio Engineer, Producer & DJ
RYOTT Productions
01.2008 - 01.2017
- Vegas | Tahoe
- International Film Festival DJ and Production crew
- Produced and managed music Lighting and Sound for weddings
- Full technical production for Private Parties
- Audio Engineer for LAPD's Biker Fundraiser
Lead Audio Engineer, Technical Director, Hands & Technical Engineer
Rolling Stone LA,
Hollywood CA
01.2011 - 03.2013
- Manage audio department and junior technicians for music venue
- Designs and coordinates stage setups matching performance needs
- Operates digital and analog sound consoles and associated equipment
- Provides proper lighting design and stage effects for all events
- Customizes video projections for maximizes impressions
Education
Audio Engineer, Post Production And Live Sound - Audio Engineer
Musicians Institute of Los Angeles
Hollywood, CA03-2008
Skills
- Audio Engineer
- Large Scale A/V production
- Post Production
- Lighting Design
- Audiovisual integration
- Video Production
- Hybrid and Virtual Events including Zoom/Teams
- Q-sys and Crestron
- High Voltage
- Low Voltage
Timeline
Assistant Athletic Director AV/IT and Broadcast
University of Reno
09.2023 - Current
Audio Visual Manager
Atlantis Casino Reno
04.2022 - 09.2023
Project Manager
Holm Elect
01.2021 - 04.2022
Director
Encore Event Technology
03.2015 - 01.2021
Lead Audio Engineer, Technical Director, Hands & Technical Engineer
Rolling Stone LA,
01.2011 - 03.2013
Live Audio Engineer, Producer & DJ
RYOTT Productions
01.2008 - 01.2017
Audio Engineer, Post Production And Live Sound - Audio Engineer
Musicians Institute of Los Angeles