Creative Scenic & Fabrication Artist

Tyson E. Long

Dover, OH ***** 407-***-**** *********@*****.***

Creative Scenic & Fabrication Artist

Motivated, detail-oriented, and dynamic professional with more than 15 years of comprehensive experience creating imaginative and successful scenic designs for use in retail, themed-restaurants, museums, and theatre. Hands-on leader of high-functioning teams of artists with 7 years of experience in technical direction as well as all areas of technical theatre. Thrives in fast-paced and deadline-driven environments with an aptitude for decision making and organization. Exceptional communicator skilled at developing collaborative relationships with interdisciplinary teams.

Core Competencies

Set/Show Design Audio/Video Stage Lighting Special Effects Staging/Rigging Show Control Sculpting & Carving Photography Adobe Creative Suite MS Office Set Construction

Scenic Painting Drafting & Modeling Sound Design Light Design Photoshop 3D Drawing Schedule Management Budget Management Problem Solving CAD Project Management Skills

Professional Experience

BASS PRO SHOPS, Springfield, MO 2014 – Present

Imagery Specialist

Create and build permanent dioramas in new stores prior to opening, directing contractors and ensuring appropriate follow-up during construction and design.

Successfully develop and implement in-field solutions to any issues or opportunities.

Build and install decorations on water features in 3 stores and trees from 2’ to 25’.

Sculpt, carve, and paint foam and epoxy trees of approximately 2’ in diameter and 15’ tall.

NORTH GREENVILLE UNIVERSITY, Tigerville, SC 2012 – 2014

Technical Director

Oversaw creation of all technical-show components including scenery, special effects, show equipment, props, audio equipment, and lighting equipment. Developed drawings and elevations, props, and prop acquisitions for all shows. Facilitated several university classes in Theatre Practicum and Scenic Design.

Established and maintained cohesive, teamwork centered environment.

Directed daily schedules, design, and construction of show set pieces and all scenic work.

Drafted to-scale drawings and models accurately details construction methods for shows.

Achieved improved safety and efficiency with implementation of OSHA Safety Training Program and overhaul of shop layout.

Earned KCACTF Nomination for Faculty Irene Ryan Award in set design.

LIBERTY UNIVERSITY, Lynchburg, VA 2007 – 2012

Technical Director

Directed development, design, and construction of sets and scenic pieces for all productions, involving approximately 12 main-stage and summer camp shows annually. Developed drawings and elevations, props, and prop acquisitions for all shows. Facilitated several university classes in Theatre Production and Scenic Design.

Coordinated student schedules with production needs and training in order to effectively lead and assign all 50-100 students in Scene Shop every semester.

Established and build relations with interdisciplinary department to create project partnerships.

Oversaw 2 Assistant Technical Directors and Lead Designer as well as management and allocation of $200K annual budget.

Achieved improved safety and efficiency with implementation of OSHA Safety Training Program.

Education

Master of Arts, Cinema & Video Production, Bob Jones University, 2004

Bachelor of Science, Graphic Design, Pensacola Christian University

Certified Operator: Scissor Lift, Boom Lift, Forklift, Extension Lifts – US & Canada

Prior Experience

TRUMPET IN THE LAND 2012

Technical Director

TRUMPET IN THE LAND 2004 – 2007

Stage Technician, Guns & Pyrotechnics

LOWES HOME IMPROVEMENT 2006 – 2007

Product Service Associate

SELF EMPLOYED 2004 – 2006

Freelance Video Editor

BOB JONES UNIVERSITY & PRESS 2002 – 2004

Graphic Designer

NORTHLAND BAPTIST BIBLE COLLEGE 2001 – 2002

Graphic Designer

PENSACOLA CHRISTIAN COLLEGE 1998 – 2001

Graphic Designer

PM GRAPHICS 1998

Graphic Designer

TRUMPET IN THE LAND 1994 – 1996

Stage Technician – Props

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