RICARDO LARA

SENIOR AUDIO & VISUAL SPECIALIST

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

A dynamic audio and visual team leader with expertise in delivering technical maintenance and efficiency solutions. Possesses strong production management skills and a proven track record of fostering an exceptional client experience and fresh perspective on event-facing projects. Implements project management principles to manage various technical projects from contract procurement to project completion, while administering best-in-class entertainment equipment and property maintenance. SKILLS

EDUCATION

Franklin High School

HS Diploma

Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino 7/2010-Present

Audio/Visual Lead (Las Vegas, NV)

• Guided the successful maintenance and operation of lighting, sound and AV equipment for the entire property, including managing the music and paging systems within the casino.

• Provided superior technical support to all marketing and sports monitors on the casino floor while ensuring sports books were operating correctly.

• Spearheaded evening entertainment performances and operation of digital soundboards for events within the casino, lounges and property pools.

• Exercised a high degree of proficiency in Q-Sys and Daktronics show control studio software, effectively administering audio and music deployed throughout the casino and marquee grounds.

Christie Lites Las Vegas 5/2015-Present

Electrician & Lighting Technician (Las Vegas, NV)

• Provided expertise as company electrician and lighting technician, partnering with lighting designers and clientele to execute custom lighting arrangements for events using AutoCAD drawings.

• Ensured all lighting equipment was running properly, promoting even power distribution and seamless network connectivity.

• Assisted board operators and lighting designers with live, in-event modifications to promote flawless transitions between performers.

Desert Entertainment of Las Vegas 10/2001-4/2010 Audio & Video Technician/Supervisor (Las Vegas, NV)

• Played an instrumental role in efficient event and program execution, providing best- in-class troubleshooting and diagnosing of issues with audio and video equipment.

• Trained and managed 10+ audiovisual team members in troubleshooting, operating and achieving significant productivity improvements by ensuring alignment with best processes and organizational protocols.

• Executed streamlined event and performance management by reviewing performance programs ahead of the event, supervising relevant audiovisual set up and operations.

• Led multiple projects across various businesses, including management of project teams installing products at Mandalay Bay Casino, diagnosing and resolution of media system issues within local classrooms, and media management for local conventions, tradeshows and entertainment performances.

• Maintained, cleaned and repaired audio and video equipment to ensure consistent performance quality.

Frank Gatto & Associates 6/2009-7/2010

National Events Lighting Technician (Boca Raton, FL)) Wynn Las Vegas 4/2006-6/2007

Sound & Video Technician (Las Vegas, NV)

Project Management, Team Leadership,

Operations, Budgeting, Subcontractor

Management, Safety Management,

Negotiations, Contract Management,

Organization, Communication, Time

Management, Personnel Management,

Troubleshooting, Productivity, Training,

Program Management, Scheduling,

Conflict Resolution

Audiovisual Materials, Presentation

Equipment, Equipment Installation,

Streaming Equipment, Equipment

Upgrades, Data Management,

Regulatory Compliance, Quality

Assurance, Conventions & Tradeshows,

Digital Soundboards, Electrician,

Lighting, Network Connectivity

CERTIFICATIONS

BOOM CERTIFIED

SCISSOR OPERATION CERTIFICATION

FORKLIFT OPERATIONS CERTIFIED

EXPERTISE

MACHINE OPERATION

EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE

AUDIO AND VISUAL INSTALLATION

EVENT MANAGEMENT

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

CROSS-FUNCTIONAL LEADERSHIP

QUALITY ASSURANCE

Address: 4647 Mountain Tree St., N. Las Vegas, NV 89031 Website: linkedin.com/in/ricardo-lara-5013b4101

Email: admjxh@r.postjobfree.com

Phone: 702-***-****

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