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Tim Davis

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. I enjoy problem solving and collaborating to achieve a unified goal. Always have on creative eye on an issue and one analytical. Prefer to work with my hands and to make something that's on the page or in my head a reality.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Set Lighting Technician

IATSE Local 728
09.2017 - Current

Load and Unload equipment from box trucks and sprinter vans.

Store and maintain equipment at various locations.

Program "smart lights" and run data cable and network switches.

Run electrical cable and make sure voltage is good across the whole run.

Work independently in a group of other technicians.

Problem solve any lighting or electrical issue.

Assistant Chief Lighting Technician

IATSE Local 728
09.2017 - Current
  • Hire and manage a crew of 5-15 technicians.
  • Manage daily and weekly timecards for entire department.
  • Work with various vendors to secure rental equipment within our dept's allotted budget.
  • Act as department liaison for coordinating with all other departments.
  • Assist the Chief Lighting Technician in accomplishing creative goals using technical and personnel know-how.



Chief Lighting Technician

IATSE Local 728
09.2017 - Current
  • Head of the Set Lighting department.
  • Work directly with the Director of Photography in accomplishing a visual look.
  • Determine proper equipment needing to accomplish a look.
  • Determine proper electrical needs to supply power for lighting and powering other departments needs.
  • Problem solving issues when it comes to getting a specific look without going over your budget with equipment rentals.

Direct of Photography

Maker Studios
05.2010 - 05.2014
  • Managed complex shooting schedules, ensuring timely completion of projects while maintaining high artistic standards.
  • Led teams of camera operators and assistants to achieve a cohesive vision across multiple shoots and locations.
  • Adapted quickly to new technology advancements in cameras, lighting equipment, and other tools for continuous improvement in work quality.
  • Collaborated with production team, consulted on set design, layout and lighting for optimal effect.
  • Monitored progress of projects, keeping on schedule and within budget.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications : Media Studies

Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL

Skills

  • Workload Management
  • Written/Verbal Communication
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Instrument Calibration
  • Inventory Oversight
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Production Scheduling
  • Troubleshooting
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Heavy Lifting

Timeline

Set Lighting Technician

IATSE Local 728
09.2017 - Current

Assistant Chief Lighting Technician

IATSE Local 728
09.2017 - Current

Chief Lighting Technician

IATSE Local 728
09.2017 - Current

Direct of Photography

Maker Studios
05.2010 - 05.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Communications : Media Studies

Northern Illinois University
Tim Davis