WILL SOLARSKI

ac698c@r.postjobfree.com www.linkedin.com/in/willsolarski 512-***-****

**** ***** ******* ******, *** 665, Seattle, Wa. 98118

Eight-year lighting professional in the audio/visual field seeking a career change to software development. I am eager to apply my strong work ethic, tenacity, and problem-solving skills as I take on new challenges while learning the ins and outs of programming.

EXPERIENCE

JUNE 2016 – AUGUST 2018

LIGHTING DIRECTOR, Freeman Audio visual

Managed and directed lighting and rigging teams of up to 20 people

Created 2D/3D diagrams with VectorWorks to construct sets

Planned and met inventory needs using Windows R2 software

Programmed consoles and patched 100A-400A dimmers with load-balanced schematics

Ensured 100% of projects were met on time and under budget

FEBRUARY 2012 – JUNE 2016

LIGHTING SPECIALIST, freeman audio visual

Played an integral role in the production of corporate events

Worked with clients to manifest their vision through set design

Calculated necessary power requirements for fixtures being used on lighting rig

Calculated motor point loads to meet rigging safety regulations

NOVEMBER 2011 – FEBRUARY 2012

LIGHTING TECHNICIAN, ilios lighting design

Constructed stages and lighting structures

Set up events at venues ranging from private weddings to concerts

Familiarized myself with and organized lighting inventory

DECEMBER 2007

BACHELOR OF ARTS, St. Edwards University, Austin, Texas

EDUCATION

SKILLS/ACTIVITIES

Linux

Python

PowerShell

Windows Server R2

VectorWorks

Microsoft Office Suite

Advanced Programmer Training at Austin Community College

10 years customer service experience as a server in various restaurants