Todd Gividen
Apopka,FL
Summary
Accomplished Scenic Director / Artist with a proven track record spanning 25 years in the Scenic Art Industry. Adept in operations management and Art Direction. Excelled in strategic and systematic planning and creativity, ensuring project success through innovative fabrication techniques and effective people management. Mastered diverse artistic skills and a very well rounded artist. Portfolio available.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Scenic Director
Lansirlart Studios
Apopka, Florida
01.2022 - 10.2024
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Formulated long-term objectives while maintaining day-to-day operations.
- Personally performed all aspects of Scenic Art.
- Worked closely with vendors and clients in regard to ordering all materials needed for each individual project based on budget proposal.
Model Maker
Lockheed Martin, MFC
Orlando, FL
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Personally performed all aspects of Scenic Art.
- Ensured consistent quality across projects by adhering to strict guidelines and specifications throughout the model-making process.
- Mastered multiple fabrication methods, expanding capabilities to cater to diverse client needs effectively.
- Fabricated molds, tool and components according to given specifications to promote successful operations and enhance production strategies.
Fabricator / Model Maker
Guard -Lee Inc.
Apopka, Fl
02.2018 - 10.2018
- Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
- Personally performed all aspects of Scenic Art.
- Worked with vendors in regards to strict guidelines and component elements.
- Worked closely with NASA in regard to extreme guidelines and specifications.
Scenic Director
Entech Creative Industries
Orlando, Fl
06.2009 - 10.2016
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Worked closely with vendors, clients, and project management in regards to timelines and budget proposal.
- Personally performed all aspects of Scenic Art.
- Assisted in ordering all products needed for each individual project and it's requirements.
Lead Scenic Artist
The Nassal Company
Orlando, FL
05.2005 - 06.2007
- Transformed ordinary spaces into visually stunning environments.
- Personally performed all aspects of Scenic Art.
- Applied a keen attention to detail in creating realistic props.
Education
Lake Mary High School
Lake Mary, FL1988
Skills
- Art Direction
- Strategic Planning
- People Management
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Creativity and Innovation
- Sculpture, paint, fabrication, silicone molding and casting, FRP fabrication, 3-D printing fabrication, figure finishing, paint booth operation, poly-gem application, faux finishing, extensive knowledge of materials, etc
Timeline
Scenic Director
Lansirlart Studios
01.2022 - 10.2024
Model Maker
Lockheed Martin, MFC
10.2019 - 06.2020
Fabricator / Model Maker
Guard -Lee Inc.
02.2018 - 10.2018
Scenic Director
Entech Creative Industries
06.2009 - 10.2016
Lead Scenic Artist
The Nassal Company
05.2005 - 06.2007
Lake Mary High School