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Kyle Pollitt

*******.****@*****.*** • linkedin.com/in/kyle-pollitt-04090149/ 619-***-**** • Bend, OR Versatile, ambitious theatrical technical management professional with a proven background in project and personnel management within the entertainment industry. Analytical problem solver with a demonstrated capacity to thrive in high- pressure, deadline-driven environments. Collaborative team builder continually focused on building productive professional relationships to drive positive change and enhance operational efficiency. Proficient with MS Office Suite, Mac and Windows OS, Vectorworks, ClickUp, and AutoCAD 2D and 3D. Areas of Expertise include:

Technical Project Management Client Management Event Management

Scenic construction & Installation Relationship Building & Networking Cost Control

Technical & Conceptual Design

Theme Park design

Team Leadership & Mentorship

Communication & Collaboration

Drafting & Blueprint Interpretation

Regulatory Compliance

Professional Experience

3LA Productions, LLC • Bend, OR • 05/2025 to Present AUTOCAD DRAFTER

I specialize in precision AutoCAD drafting services tailored for the entertainment, construction architecture, and live event industries. With a commitment to creativity, technical excellence, and client collaboration. I bring ideas to life through detailed, accurate, and visually compelling drawings. Whether supporting large-scale productions, custom fabrication, or residential and commercial projects, 3LA Productions offers the flexibility of freelance drafting with the standards of a full- service design studio. From initial concepts to final construction documents, I ensure every project is delivered with clarity, quality, and efficiency.

LA JOLLA PLAYHOUSE • La Jolla, CA • 10/2023 to Present ASSOCIATE TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

As an Associate Technical Director at La Jolla Playhouse, I co-lead the Scenery Department under the direction of the Technical Director, supporting the engineering, drafting, and technical construction of scenery (built, purchased, rented, or otherwise) for all productions produced and presented by La Jolla Playhouse, including festivals and special events. I take an active role in communication with Designers, IATSE Stagehands, and La Jolla Playhouse Management with an emphasis on maintaining a safe and healthy work environment. Key Accomplishments:

• Mounted a number of Broadway-bound productions including Redwood, directed by Tina Landau and starring Idina Menzel, The Ballad of Johnny and June, directed by Des McAnuff and designed by Robert Brill and 3 Summers of Lincoln, directed by Christopher Ashley and designed by Derek McLane. SHOW IMAGING, INC. • Vista, CA • 4/2021 to 10/2023 FABRICATION DEPARTMENT MANAGER

Grew the Show Imaging Fabrication Department from the ground up. We started in a 1,000 SQFT room within the main production shop and have since moved into our own standalone 12,000 SQFT Fabrication Facility. Managed and scaled up a team of fabricators and scenic artists to complete a myriad of shows and events throughout the United States. Clients I have developed scenic fabrication for includes but is not limited to, Apple inc., PepsiCo, Inc., Kellogg Co. (Cheez- its), Petco Park, Amazon Inc. (Audible), University of California San Diego, University of California Los Angeles, BMW Group USA, and Frito-Lay North America (Coachella). Provided all construction draftings as well as facilitated all the budgeting and estimation for every scenic element that was fabricated within my department. Managed the storage and procurement of all materials, stock and custom scenic elements, tools, hardware, and equipment. Key Accomplishments:

• Secured funding to purchase and operate a 5ft x 10ft ShopBot CNC Machine. This allowed the Show Imaging Fabrication Department to start taking on higher scale projects. Kyle Pollitt

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• Further defined Fabrication standards within the Show Imaging Fabrication Department to allow a more accurate estimating through build process.

NAUTILUS ENTERTAINMENT DESIGN • San Diego, CA • 1/2019 to 12/2020 PROJECT MANAGER

Supervised a team of design professionals and onsite vendors in entertainment equipment installations, specializing in new builds and retrofits within Carnival Cruise Line Ships for prominent entertainment consulting and lighting design firm. Responsibilities included project budgeting, research, and sourcing; technical design; comprehensive site studies; client engagement; database management; and on-site commissioning to ensure efficient project execution. Key Accomplishments:

• Successfully led organizational team in comprehensive and challenging theatre retrofit on 21-year-old ship within three months of hire.

• Completed the commissioning of Mardi Gras in December 2020. This is Carnival Cruise Line’s largest and most technically advanced ship in their fleet.

NBC UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD • Universal City, CA • 6/2013 to 1/2019 ENTERTAINMENT PRODUCTION TECHNICAL MANAGER (1/2016 – 1/2019) Served in multifunctional supervisory role, technically directing park-wide special events and entertainment projects within Universal Studios Hollywood’s Venue Support Team. Numerous responsibilities included: preparation of scopes of work for project bidding and contracts; technical design; comprehensive site studies; liaison with local county officials to facilitate approval and permit processes; project scheduling; vendor management; quality and safety assurance; production team support; and personnel vetting and management. Key Accomplishments:

• Handpicked and hired for position at age of 25 as youngest manager in department history.

• Created Venue Support Team to facilitate venue improvements across Universal Studios properties.

• Personally developed innovative AutoCAD site study is still utilized today by all primary production departments. Additional Professional Experience

LA PROPOINT • Sun Valley, CA • 3/2013 to 6/2013

SCENIC TECHNICAL DESIGNER

BILL FERRELL COMPANY • Sun Valley, CA • 1/2013 to 3/2013 SCENIC TECHNICAL DESIGNER

NBC UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD • Universal City, CA • 10/2012 to 1/2016 TECHNICAL SUPERVISOR

THE OLD GLOBE • San Diego, CA • 5/2012 to 10/2012

CARPENTER

Education, Certifications & Professional Training

Bachelor of Fine Arts, concentration in Technical Direction: Design & Production CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF THE ARTS Santa Clarita, CA Associate of Arts, concentration in Technical Theatre Kyle Pollitt

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PALOMAR COLLEGE San Marcos, CA

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