Worker Profile
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I'm a professional Lighting Designer and Theatrical Electrician currently working out of the Chicagoland area. I've worked in spaces ranging from a 90-seat black box to an +850-seat modified thrust theater. I also have extensive experience with scenic carpentry and sound technologies, and a solid familiarity with scenic painting and stage management.
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- Aug, 2014 to Current
Master Electrician
Execute and maintain lighting designs for all productions, ensuring accurate interpretation of lighting plots and efficient installation of fixtures.
Supervise and coordinate the electrics crew during hang, focus, and strike processes, fostering a collaborative and safe working environment.
Oversee the maintenance, repair, and inventory of all lighting equipment, including fixtures, dimmers, cables, and control consoles.
Work closely with lighting designers, directors, and other production staff to meet artistic and technic... Read More
Northlight Theatre
- Mar, 2012 to Dec, 2012
Apprentice Electrician
Tasked with assisting the Lighting and Sound Shop Supervisor and the Master Electrician with the realization of all lighting, sound, and special effects technologies for a six-show season between two venues. Duties included: hang; focus; instrument maintenance; and followspot, sound board, and light board operation as needed.
Goodspeed Musicals
- Aug, 2009 to May, 2011
Lighting Supervisor
Assisted the PM and TD in the realization of all lighting and sound effects for a two-stage venue that produced in-house theatrical, musical, and dance events, in addition to regularly hosting touring professionals.
Hillsdale College
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education
Hillsdale College
Bachelor of Arts
Dec, 2006 - Nov, 2011
certifications
Master Electrician
Dec, 2023 to Current
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