Manager Designer

RODOLFO “RUDY” J. RODRIGUEZ

*** ********** ***** *******, ** 32828 443-***-**** **********@*****.*** PROFILE

Over three decades of experience in lighting/rigging for entertainment and event industry. Have been involved in projects from conception to full production. As a result of the experience, have held diverse positions within the industry ranging from lighting designer, director, programmer, master electrician, and head rigger. Closely collaborated with clients to produce memorable and remarkable live events. Maintained client’s artistic vision within the parameters of articulated budget. Services have been provided domestically, internationally, and to clients requiring governmental clearance. QUALIFICATIONS

Operations Manager/Production Manager/Technical Director

• Managed all elements of production of small and large venues

• Adhered to contractual budget; staffing, equipment rental, and others.

• Provided consultation on lighting design for designated site.

• Managed load in and load out of production inventory.

• Managed stage and lighting crew, to include hiring, training, and disciplinary actions.

• Maintained compliance to business policies with regard to safety, attendance and work ethic.

• Managed OSHA requirements to ensure the safety of all employees in our workplace. Lighting Director/Lighting Designer

• Created and supervised lighting design concepts.

• Collaborated with venue Director to ensure artistic integrity of lighting concepts.

• Generated and furnished light plots, schedules, color lists and other necessary design materials.

• Purchased and/or rented production equipment within budgetary parameters.

• Maintained all lighting and projection equipment inventories and servicing requirements.

• Attended production and technical meetings, dress rehearsals, preview note sessions, and other team meetings as required.

Programmer/Lighting Console Operator

• Programmed and operated GrandMA and GrandMA2 lighting console.

• Interfaced directly with lighting designer and client ensure integrity of lighting concept.

• Provided programming for corporate presentations, governmental events, private functions, and indoor/outdoor live performances.

Head Rigger

• Produced detailed rigging plot and identified load applicability/resolved rigging obstacles.

• Interfaced with technical directors, producers, or house personnel to establish load-in and load-out.

• Performed hands-on rigging as well as supervision of external riggers.

• Ensured overhead safety during load in, load out and show calls.

• Automation Systems and grid control for tours domestic and international. RUDY J. RODRIGUEZ page 1 of 2

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Lighting Director/Head Rigger/Master Electrician 2018 - present Lighting Rigging Design, LLC Orlando, FL

www.lightingriggingdesign.com

Operations Manager/ Senior Production Manager 2011 - 2018 Vision Technical Group Inc. Pottstown, PA

www.visiontechnicalgroup.com

Rigger/Motor Control Operator 2007 – 2011

SGPS/Showrig Inc. Las Vegas, NV

www.sgps.net

Lighting Designer/Director/Programmer/Master Electrician 2007 – 2010 Event EQ LLC. Columbia, MD

www.eventeq.com

Lighting Designer/Director/Programmer 2006 – 2010

Showcall Inc. Germantown, MD

www.showcallusa.com

Lighting Designer/Director/Programmer/Master Electrician 2002 – 2007 Atmosphere Inc. Silver Spring, MD

www.atmospherelighting.com

Owner/Operation Manager 2002 – 2006

RAM Production Services Inc. Baltimore, MD

Lighting Designer/Director/Programmer/Master Electrician 1997 – 2001 Current Events International Inc. Jessup, MD

Lighting Designer/Director/Programmer/Master Electrician 1997 – 2010 Wolf Sound Inc. Miami, FL

Lighting Designer/Director/Programmer/Master Electrician 1995 – 1997 OFF the Wall Sound & Lighting Inc. Miami, FL

Rigger/Stagehand 1995 – 2007

I.A.T.S.E. Local 500 Miami, FL

Crew Chief/Climber/Stagehand 1988 – 1995

Intercept Management Corporation (IMC) Miami, FL

INDUSTRY CONSOLE EXPERIENCE

GrandMA2, GrandMA1, Whole Hogs, Avolites and ETC.

SKILLS

• VectorWorks & Lightwright (highly proficient)

• Certified OSHA 30, Forklift and Boom lift

• Read and interpret CAD/Architectural drawing and renderings.

• Knowledge of safe practices regarding rigging and electrical power distribution.

• Knowledge of basic repairs on chain hoist/automation lighting.

• CDL Class B

• LED Wall set-up

References and portfolio available upon request.

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