THOMAS J. HUTCHINSON
Seattle
Summary
Production,meeting and sales professional with the ability to execute successful events and provide best in class service to clients. Over 25 years of proven experience and results in customer service, sales, leadership, event production management, budget administration, inventory control, large scale project management and team management.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Entertainment Technician
Norwegian Cruise Lines
Honolulu, HI
03.2026 - 06.2026
- Operated and maintained sound and lighting equipment for live performances.
- Collaborated with production teams to ensure seamless execution of entertainment events.
- Troubleshot technical issues during performances, ensuring minimal disruption to shows.
- Adapted swiftly to last-minute changes in show requirements, providing flexible support to cast members and crew alike.
- Efficiently coordinated with fellow technicians, fostering a cooperative work environment that encouraged excellence.
Legal Deposition Videographer
B&A Litigation
Tacoma, WA
10.2025 - 11.2025
- Operated advanced videography equipment to document proceedings effectively and efficiently.
- Reviewed recorded footage for quality assurance, maintaining compliance with legal standards.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry technology trends to optimize videography services offered.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing high-quality legal deposition video services in a timely manner.
- Increased overall productivity by troubleshooting common technical issues quickly and effectively.
- Collaborated with court reporters for seamless integration of video and written testimony, facilitating comprehensive case review.
- Handled complex technical setups efficiently under time constraints while remaining composed under pressure.
- Collaborated with other production team members for successful completion of projects.
Customer Delivery Advocate/Driver
Carvana
Auburn, WA
07.2025 - 10.2025
- Delivered vehicles efficiently to customers, ensuring timely service and satisfaction.
- Conducted thorough vehicle inspections to maintain safety and quality standards.
- Navigated diverse routes using GPS technology, optimizing delivery times.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline logistics and improve operational workflows.
Conference Coordinator
University of Washington School of Medicine
Seattle, WA
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Developed and maintained relationships with vendors, securing essential resources for successful event delivery.
- Managed registration processes, enhancing attendee experience through efficient communication and support.
- Led post-event evaluations, gathering feedback to improve future conference planning and execution strategies.
- Ensured compliance with venue guidelines and regulations, minimizing risk of disruptions or penalties during events.
- Liaised with catering services providing diverse menu options that catered to various dietary restrictions of attendees.
- Assisted speakers in preparing presentations materials while ensuring adherence to time constraints.
- Maintained detailed records of conference planning activities, streamlining future coordination efforts.
- Coordinated seamless audio-visual setups, ensuring uninterrupted presentations and smooth transitions between speakers.
- Selected appropriate venues based on event requirements, budget constraints, and location preferences.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
Director, Production Services
ASM Global / Pennsylvania Convention Center
Philadelphia, PA
05.2014 - 12.2022
- Managed the daily operations of Audio Visual, Advertising, Rigging and Sponsorship Revenue services for the Pennsylvania Convention Center. This includes management of Sales, Operations and Technical teams.
- Designed and implemented the Rigging Services Department(s)
- Event management – Prepare bids, collaborate with operations and fulfillment departments to execute event requirements, coordinate event day labor, control production costs.
- Sales/Marketing - Maximize revenue opportunities and research and develop marketing strategies.
- Client Service - Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients and the PA Convention Center. Ensure company visibility within the PA Convention Center.
- Coordinated with vendor on the creation of the facilities Virtual Tour
- Technical - Recommend and approve capital equipment purchases.
- The Pennsylvania Convention Center has over a million square feet of meeting space with 90 meeting rooms and Ballrooms. Involved in 200 separate events during an average year.
- Successfully launched 2 new lines of Rigging business (Production and Exhibitor)
- Created the facility Advertising and Sponsorship revenue policy
- Project managed the over $1Million technical upgrade to the Michael Nutter Theatre
- Managed and motivated a staff which would grow to over 40 team members
- Primary contact with vendor on the implementation of our virtual-tour experience
Account Manager
PSAV
Philadelphia, PA
10.2006 - 05.2014
- Traveled around the country to deliver, set and strike convention AV for association annual meetings and conferences
- Consulted on new exhibit designs to develop the best production solutions.
- Prepared event bids and managed costs. Provided on-site management of overall operation.
- Executed tradeshows and conferences across the US and Canada.
- Coordinated full-time and part-time labor forces. Managed a minimum of 6 full time staff members.
Director of Audio Visual Services
PSAV
Atlantic City, NJ
07.1997 - 10.2006
- Developed technical solutions to work within parameters of the Convention Center.
- Maintained company visibility within the Convention Center.
- Liaised with operations and fulfillment departments to execute event requirements.
- Recruited, scheduled and managed operations staff to meet business demands. Volume of staff fluctuated from 5 to over 40.
- The Atlantic City Convention Center has 595,000 square feet of meeting space with 45 meeting rooms and Ballrooms. Engaged in over 90 separate events during an average year.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Valley Forge Military Junior College
Wayne, PASkills
- Audio - Analog and digital mixer operation, wireless microphone channel configuration, auto-mixer setup, aux sends and monitor sends
- Video - camera setup and multiple input switching operation including PTZ cameras, projector and screen setup
- Lighting - Lighting board operation
Accomplishments
- Successfully launched 2 new lines of Rigging business (Production and Exhibitor)
- Created the facility Advertising and Sponsorship revenue policy
- Project managed the over $1Million technical upgrade to the Michael Nutter Theatre
- Managed and motivated a staff which would grow to over 40 team members
- Primary contact with vendor on the implementation of our virtual-tour experience
Timeline
Entertainment Technician
Norwegian Cruise Lines
03.2026 - 06.2026
Legal Deposition Videographer
B&A Litigation
10.2025 - 11.2025
Customer Delivery Advocate/Driver
Carvana
07.2025 - 10.2025
Conference Coordinator
University of Washington School of Medicine
01.2025 - 06.2025
Director, Production Services
ASM Global / Pennsylvania Convention Center
05.2014 - 12.2022
Account Manager
PSAV
10.2006 - 05.2014
Director of Audio Visual Services
PSAV
07.1997 - 10.2006
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Valley Forge Military Junior College