Oct 2020 – Oct 2020 · 0 mo · Virtual. At home.

• As the virtual green room producer I was responsible for making sure some of the world’s leading CEOs and business executives looked and sounded their best for five days of conferences. All the while making them feel comfortable “back stage” as well as informed of the show’s flow and production processes.

Sep 2020 – Sep 2020 · 0 mo

• Produced a keynote presentation on location for an executive of a large software company's virtual event. Budgeted, sourced and hired 25 crew members and catering for this production. Conducted site survey, created production schedule and call sheet. Managed all team members on a two day shoot.

May 2020 – Jun 2020 · 1 mo

• Virtual event producer, on boarding producer and show caller for a pre-recorded virtual event for a large software company. Was in charge of coordinating rehearsal and show schedules with client. Educating client and speakers the new virtual event production best practices for at home records. Onboarded all presenters and ran rehearsals with tech crew. Called live show elements and worked with editors with regard to final recordings.

Jan 2006 – Present · 20 yrs 4 mos

• Producer for several meetings for some of their technology clients. In charge of pre-production elements including sourcing AV vendor and TD, coordination of budget, A/V, lighting, set design, room layout, and show flow. Director/show caller for the live event (audio, video, lights, graphics and live announce). Tempo also supplied several team members including graphic operators and producers/stage managers.

Jan 2020 – Jan 2020 · 0 mo

• Writing cue sheets and then directing live elements (audio, lights, graphics, VO, deck managers and video) for international software company.

Jul 2018 – Jul 2019 · 1 yr · Las Vegas, Nevada Area

• Writing cue sheets and then directing live elements (audio, lights, graphics, VO, deck managers and video) for international software company German Region.

Jan 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 4 mos

• Writing cue sheets and then directing live elements (audio, lights, graphics, VO, deck managers and video) for international medical device company.

Jan 2012 – Jan 2012 · 0 mo

• Hired and choreographed over 50 performers who took part in the finale of the CAbi national sales meeting. Performers included 2 aerialists, violinist, 16 line dancing cowboys, 16 kickline dancers, and a man who designed a cannon to shoot a dummy among others. My company, Tempo Live Events, Inc. also supplied make up artist, production assistants and producer.

May 2011 – May 2014 · 3 yrs

• As a stage manager I am responsible for writing cue sheets and VO scripts and then directing live elements (audio, lights, graphics, VO, stage managers and video) for different corporate theaters. As their deck manager I set up and strike rehearsal furniture and props, take down line notes, track props, prompt presenters, etc. Responsible for the smooth and efficient running of the backstage area.

Apr 2011 – Oct 2012 · 1 yr 6 mos

• Writing cue sheets and then directing live elements (audio, lights, graphics, VO, stage managers and video) for national sales meeting.

Jan 2011 – Present · 15 yrs 4 mos

• Overseeing load in of A/V. Writing cue sheets and then directing live elements (audio, lights, graphics, VO, stage managers and video) for national sales meeting.

Jan 2011 – Present · 15 yrs 4 mos

• Helping set up and strike rehearsal furniture and props, taking down line notes, tracking props, prompting presenters, etc. Responsible for the smooth and efficient running of the backstage area.

Jun 2010 – Jul 2013 · 3 yrs 1 mo

• Responsible for VIP and Red Carpet experience as well as other production needs. Hired over 25 Tempo Team members to assist with production. Staffing positions included Talent Wranglers, Red Carpet Operations, VIP Party Coordinator, Stage and Assistant Stage Managers, Media and Press Check In, Street Team Marketers, Staff Check in, Travel Coordination, Production Assistants, Runners. For the past two years I have staffed and managed a promotional venue with 25+ brand ambassadors.

Jun 2010 – Jun 2010 · 0 mo

• I was contracted as Production Manager by the wonderful Stewart Cohen of Stewart Cohen Pictures to help produce a commercial for the Del Mar Race Track as created by Meadsdurket. I hired the 15+ person crew to produce the shoot at the Stingeree in San Diego. I also managed the casting of 30 extras, handled vendor contracts for audio, video, lighting, permitting with the city of San Diego.

Jan 2010 – Jan 2010 · 0 mo

• Writing cue sheets and VO scripts and then directing live elements (audio, lights, graphics, VO, teleprompter and video) of the divisional general session.

Oct 2009 – Oct 2009 · 0 mo

• Worked for Viva Creative on an international sales meeting. Was producer for North American sales meeting and awards dinner as well as sales meetings for Global Service Sales and CALA group. In charge of pre-production elements including coordination of budget, A/V, lighting, set design, room layout, and show flow. Acted as director/show caller for the live event (audio, video, lights, graphics and live announce). Tempo also provided numerous graphic operators and production assistants for the show.

Jul 2009 – Jul 2009 · 0 mo

May 2009 – May 2009 · 0 mo

Apr 2009 – May 2010 · 1 yr 1 mo

Jan 2009 – Jan 2009 · 0 mo

• Assisted deck manager for Sherry Fox on a national sales meeting. We were under the stage management of Mark Burke. Duties included facilitating communication between the stage manager and presenters/performers, as well as ensuring overall safety backstage. Managed complex set changes, quick changes offstage and prepared the stage for performances including spiking the stage as needed.

Oct 2008 – Oct 2008 · 0 mo

• Producer in charge of coordinating all live show elements to ensure client has all necessary production equipment and personnel needed for One Show Awards Gala . Directing/show calling the live event (audio, video, graphics, lights, teleprompter, stage managers and live announce).

Oct 2008 – Oct 2008 · 0 mo

• Venue producer working with sports and competition, marketing, venue management, and event production to make live sporting event engaging, entertaining as well as educational. In charge of producing show VO script and daily show flow/rundown. Directing (show calling) the live event elements: audio, video, live announce, big screen and ENG field crew, for ISU Short Track Speed skating.

Jun 2008 – Jun 2008 · 0 mo

• Produced functional meetings for Oracle 2009 Kickoff. Coordinated pre-production elements including budget, scheduling, A/V, room layout, set design and show flow. On site director/show caller for the live event (audio, video. lighting, graphics and live announce).

Sep 2007 – Jan 2008 · 4 mos

• Producer for franchise sales meeting and awards dinner for Lytics Franchise. In charge of pre-production elements including coordination of budget, A/V, lighting, set design, room layout, and show flow. Director/show caller for the live event (audio, video, lights, graphics and live announce).

Jun 2006 – Sep 2020 · 14 yrs 3 mos

• Producer for franchise sales meeting and awards dinner for pharmaceutical. In charge of pre-production elements including coordination of budget, A/V, lighting, set design, room layout, and show flow. Director/show caller for the live event (audio, video, lights, graphics and live announce). Tempo also supplied several team members including graphic operators and producers/stage managers.

Jun 2008 – Jun 2008 · 0 mo

• Provided assistance in the production of Taylor Made US Open party and sales meeting. Coordinated load in and production schedule.

Jan 2008 – Present · 18 yrs 4 mos

• Tempo Live Events, Inc. is the industry leader in freelance event production resourcing for virtual and live events. We can seamlessly augment your team with freelance event professionals to implement your corporate events, national sales meetings, trade shows, road shows, and sporting events. The Tempo Team is comprised of the most experienced live event contract professionals in the business. We have a collection of Producers, Directors, Power Point and Teleprompter Operators, Stage and Deck Managers, Make Up Artists and more! Tempo brings you the best. Whether you need a full production team in Orlando or a single Associate Producer in Las Vegas, Tempo Live Events is a one stop solution for all of your production needs. www.tempoliveevents.com

Jan 2008 – Jan 2020 · 12 yrs

• Writing cue sheets and VO scripts and then directing live elements (audio, lights, graphics, VO, stage managers and video) of the general session and awards dinner for the Harman Professional Business and Technology Conference. The past two years (2013-2014) I have taken on more of a producer role - handing off my stage management duties and have acted Deck Manager while on show site.

Jan 2008 – Sep 2014 · 6 yrs 8 mos · Del Mar, CA

• I wrote a book! "EVERYTHING I Know About DATING I Learned Through SURFING". It is a surfer’s version of the self-help book, but a hell of a lot more entertaining! For sale online! http:SurfDateBook.com

Jan 2007 – Jan 2007 · 0 mo

Jan 2006 – Dec 2007 · 1 yr 11 mos

• First ever Event Producer for the Bassmaster Elite Series. Worked on 28 tour stops around the country. Coordinated with sports and competition, marketing, venue management, broadcast television and event production to make live sporting event engaging, entertaining as well as educational. Hired local bands and performers at each stop, developed show flows and video packages for pre-show entertainment. In charge of producing show VO script and daily show flow/rundown. Directed all live event elements: audio, video, live announce, big screen and ENG field crew. Also worked with venue ops to tear down venue after every event (i.e. - I can dismantle large tents, carry heavy boxes, and take down fencing in HOT weather!)

Sep 2002 – Jan 2009 · 6 yrs 4 mos

• Working along side ESPN-TV while directing/show calling the live event elements: audio, video, lights, live announce, pyro, big screen and ENG field crew.

Jan 1999 – Jul 2010 · 11 yrs 6 mos

• Venue producer working with sports and competition, marketing, venue management, broadcast television and event production to make live sporting event engaging, entertaining as well as educational. In charge of producing show VO script and daily show flow/rundown. Directing/show calling the live event elements: audio, video, live announce, big screen and ENG field crew.

Jan 1999 – Jan 2004 · 5 yrs

• Creating and managing event budget.
• Hiring and training a staff with of 75 employees and vendors from across the United States and Canada.
• Responsible for developing entertainment elements for venue audience. Integrating all live elements to create an optimum athlete and spectator experience while ensuring that an appropriate ambiance is present in the venue.
• Managing day-to-day functions of the Event Production department including scheduling, travel, accommodations, payroll, confidential contracts, distributing research and other pertinent information.
• Facilitating all crew and equipment requirements for the event including audio, power, video, intercom, radios, and lighting.
• Ensuring that all vendors and staff are paid appropriately and in a timely manner.

Jan 2006 – Jan 2006 · 0 mo

• Venue producer working with sports and competition, marketing, venue management, broadcast television and event production to make live sporting event engaging, entertaining as well as educational. In charge of producing show VO script and daily show flow/rundown. Directing/show calling the live event elements: audio, video, live announce, big screen and ENG field crew.

Jan 2005 – Apr 2016 · 11 yrs 3 mos

• I have held a few positions at RSA Conference over the years including Event Producer for Innovation Sandbox, Pecha Kucha Night and Crypto Commons. I stage managed all three projects, created show flows, cue sheets and video programming lists for our 7 video boards. My first few years at the RSA Conference I produced trade show booth - Interactive challenge/Smackdown - as well as Digital Message Boards.

Oct 2004 – Oct 2004 · 0 mo

• Stage Managed the live show and web cast of the Ansari X Prize.
• On Monday, October 4, 2004, SpaceShipOne made the second of two suborbital flights in one week, claiming the elusive Ansari X-Prize (formerly the X-Prize). The privately funded, reusable spacecraft earned its team a $10 million dollar purse from the X-Prize Foundation, and its success is rumored to be the herald of a new era of commercial aeronautics. The trip claimed media attention, public imagination, and (in the hopes of X-Prize founders), marked a new era of commercial space flight.

Jan 2004 – Present · 22 yrs 4 mos

• Venue producer working with sports and competition, marketing, venue management, broadcast television and event production to make live sporting event engaging, entertaining as well as educational. In charge of producing show VO script and daily show flow/rundown. Directing/show calling the live event elements: audio, video, live announce, big screen and ENG field crew.

Jan 2003 – Mar 2020 · 17 yrs 2 mos

• RECURRING SHOWS:
• US Olympic Trials
• National Championships
• Pacific Rim Championships
• American Cup
• Pre-Event
• Develop all scripts for ceremonies, special presentations, activities of the Promotions Host, mascot, warm-ups and marches, etc. Provide scripts to PA Announcer in advance of event.
• Receive and organize all USAG announcements, including but not limited to Athlete Biographies, sponsor announcement, special USAG program announcements, house announcements, LOC Announcements.
• With Music Coordinator, oversee development of music selections.
• Coordinate sharing of information, as possible, with the in-house radio show.
• Event
• Update scripts and play runs as required on site.
• Work with the Staging Manager to ensure smooth training of ceremonies volunteers.
• Develop and direct all production aspects of the event, including but not limited to PA Announcer, music, lighting, ceremonies, Promotions Host and special events.
• Work closely with Competition Director and USAG TV Coordinator to maintain time schedules.

Jan 2003 – Jan 2006 · 3 yrs

Jan 2002 – Jan 2002 · 0 mo

• Venue producer working with sports and competition, marketing, venue management, broadcast television and event production to make live sporting event engaging, entertaining as well as educational. In charge of producing show VO script and daily show flow/rundown. Directing/show calling the live event elements: audio, video, live announce, big screen and ENG field crew.

Jan 2001 – Jan 2006 · 5 yrs

• Venue producer working with sports and competition, marketing, venue management, broadcast television and event production to make live sporting event engaging, entertaining as well as educational. In charge of producing show VO script and daily show flow/rundown. Directing/show calling the live event elements: audio, video, live announce, big screen and ENG field crew.

Jan 1998 – Present · 28 yrs 4 mos