Stephen Whitaker
Yukon,OK
Summary
Working and learning for 20+ years from some of the entertainment industry's leading experts. Encompassing all aspects of media from Rock N Roll, Broadway Theatre, Illusionist, Film, Television, Ballet companies, and museums, have helped shape and prepare myself for a management position with a premier company. Looking for somewhere to continue to grow and learn, but also become part of a family that share the same interest. The Interest of making the show happen and having fun while doing so.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Stage Manager
Ryman Auditorium
06.2023 - Current
- Managed resources effectively, ensuring timely setup and breakdown of stage equipment.
- Provided strong leadership under high-pressure situations while prioritizing the well-being of all team members involved.
- Maintained a safe working environment through proper implementation of safety protocols and procedures.
- Enhanced production quality by implementing efficient stage management techniques and processes.
- Coordinated logistics for touring productions, ensuring efficient transport and setup of stage elements.
- Orchestrated successful load-ins and strikes for each production, maintaining schedule adherence.
- Addressed and resolved unforeseen issues during live performances, ensuring show proceeded smoothly.
Driver
UPS
09.2020 - 05.2023
- Delivered packages to commercial and residential in timely manner while observing safety standards in driving, lifting, and carrying.
- Successfully fulfilled Daily requirements in timely fashion, while maintaining safe driving and delivering practices.
Production Manager
Bowie Celebration Alumni Tour
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Advanced show details with 30+ local Venues in both U.S. and Canada
- Established streamlined Load in and Load Outs to maximize minimal budget
- Coordinated Artist guest list
Rigger/Flyman/Carpenter/Props
Misc. Tours
01.1999 - 02.2020
- Theresa Caputo Long Island Medium - Video
- Riverdance 20 - Head Carp
- Matthew Bourne's Sleeping Beauty Ballet -Rigger/Flyman
- Price is Right Live - Carp/Props
- David Copperfield - Rigger/ Flyman
- Disney on Ice 20 years of Disney Magic - Props
Stage Manager
Toto World Tour
05.2017 - 11.2019
- Carried out safety protocols for Artist and crew
- Drove schedule of day to day operations
- Distributed information from management to crew
Technical Director
Oklahoma City Ballet
12.2018 - 09.2019
- Brought to life visions from Directors while managing crews of 30+ Union and Non Union employees.
- Operated within means of 5 million+ yearly budget, strict time constraints, and safety protocols
Head of Rigging
LabeLive
07.2017 - 04.2018
- Operating under minimum budget was able to order, maintain, and inspect all tools and equipment for rigging systems while managing several crew members.
- Set and achieved daily, weekly, and monthly goals approved by management with emphasis on quality and safety.
Rigger/Flyman/Carpenter
Broadway Touring Shows
01.2001 - 07.2017
- Matilda - Rigger/Flyman
- A Christmas Story - Rigger/Flyman
- Blue Man Group - Automation Carp
- Funny Girl - Carp/Props
- Red, White & Tuna - Tech Swing
Production Manager
Moscow Ballet Nutcracker Tour
09.2016 - 12.2016
- Advanced and coordinated 31 shows in 31 days to local venues throughout U.S.
- Coordinated bus drivers schedules
- Operated within minimal budget set by producers
Production Manager
Ice Age on Ice Tour
01.2016 - 10.2016
- Managed tour of 50+ crew and talent for arena show in Canada during winter
- Wrote 33 page Technical Rider
- Worked closely with Union and Non Union stewards
Carpenter
Rock N Roll U.S./ Mexico Tours
01.2004 - 12.2015
- Avenged Sevenfold
- Slipknot
- Kesha
- American Idol Live
- Dephece Mode
- The Cure
- David Bowie
Production Manager
Coachella Festival 2013
04.2013 - 04.2013
- Coordinated build of temporary facility
- Developed and built 1000+ charging station system for phones and tablets
- Maintained crew schedules and staffing for festival
- Prepared and maintained budget and payroll.
Assistant Production Manager
Playstation Theatre
01.2008 - 04.2010
- Assisted Production manager with day to day operations of new 7000+ seat theatre.
- Learned how to maintain budgets, schedules, and working with Union hands and by laws from current Production Manager at Sydney Opera House.
Technical Director
Mt. Washington Valley Theatre Company
04.2001 - 09.2001
- Worked with Set Designers and Directors to coordinate, build sets, and run show duties while managing 40+ people with less than optimal operating budget.
Education
Technical Theatre
Palomar College
San Marcos, CAConstruction Trade - Construction Trades
Canadian Valley Technology Center
Yukon, OK05.2003
Skills
- Advancing shows
- Maintenance and safety inspections
- Certified Lodestar chain motor technician
- Certified Sumner ground lifts technician
- Technical writing
- Certified in Construction Trades
- Efficient in Excel / Numbers
- Production Problem Resolution
- Logistics
- Planning
- Time management
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Technical Staff Collaboration
- Maintenance Planning
- Technical Specifications
- Strategic Execution
- Continuous Improvement Processes
- Staff Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Administrative Staff Collaboration
- New Process Development
Timeline
Stage Manager
Ryman Auditorium
06.2023 - Current
Driver
UPS
09.2020 - 05.2023
Production Manager
Bowie Celebration Alumni Tour
01.2020 - 03.2020
Technical Director
Oklahoma City Ballet
12.2018 - 09.2019
Head of Rigging
LabeLive
07.2017 - 04.2018
Stage Manager
Toto World Tour
05.2017 - 11.2019
Production Manager
Moscow Ballet Nutcracker Tour
09.2016 - 12.2016
Production Manager
Ice Age on Ice Tour
01.2016 - 10.2016
Production Manager
Coachella Festival 2013
04.2013 - 04.2013
Assistant Production Manager
Playstation Theatre
01.2008 - 04.2010
Carpenter
Rock N Roll U.S./ Mexico Tours
01.2004 - 12.2015
Technical Director
Mt. Washington Valley Theatre Company
04.2001 - 09.2001
Rigger/Flyman/Carpenter
Broadway Touring Shows
01.2001 - 07.2017
Rigger/Flyman/Carpenter/Props
Misc. Tours
01.1999 - 02.2020
Technical Theatre
Palomar College
Construction Trade - Construction Trades
Canadian Valley Technology Center
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