David R. Rhodes4673 Lotus St davidrhodes@dr.comSan Diego, CA 92107 832-364-7467

SUMMARY:Self-driven, highly motivated, detailed oriented, and bi-lingual young professional which has developed the leadership, business operations, resource management, communications, and technical skills over the past seven years in positions of increasing responsibility in the entertainment technology and event management industries, Seeking career focused position which provides an opportunity to further develop my leadership and professional skills while actively contributing to the success of the organization.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Advanced capabilities with audio and visual technology Microsoft and Apple Operating Systems Microsoft Project and Access Excellent communication and writing skills Creative solution seeker Excellent analytic and rational decision-making skills Proven ability to lead teams effectively Fluent Spanish speaker

EDUCATIONUNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON–DOWNTOWNBachelor of Business Administration, July 2014

Major: Management Minor: Supply Chain Management Excelled in Finance, Quality Management, Project Management, Statistics

WORK EXPERIENCEEVANS HOTELS San Diego, CAAudiovisual Technician, 2015- Present

Responsible for customized set up, on-site technician, and breakdown of corporate conference events, weddings, luncheons, and private events

Production of summer series Luau, beach parties including: audio systems, lighting rigs, power distribution, video projections and special effects

Set up and operation of outdoor movie viewing events on resort properties including sound systems, video projection and proper install of theater air screen

DJU PRODUCTIONS Houston, TXLead Audio & Lighting Engineer/Inventory Manager, 2014–2015

Manage small- and large-scale audiovisual productions for NACE events, weddings, corporate events, seminars, fundraisers, auctions, charity events, indoor and outdoor production

Audio and lighting technician for major musical acts including Alanis Morrissette, Jimmy Fortune, Blake Lewis, Michelle Chamuel and Ray Boudreaux

Press Conference experience including Governor’s Rick Perry RGB press conference Customized DMX programing, intelligent moving heads, and LED up lighting; operate Digital Yamaha-

LS9, QSC QU-32 and Behringer X-32 audio consoles Lead small 4-8 person crews to accomplish optimal event experience Rebuilt the company’s inventory system, process of operations to improve service consistency and

optimize profits Responsible for efficient utilization and management of inventory via Rental Point software

PETERSON LIGHTING San Diego, CA

Lighting & Audio Technician, 2011 Executed the installation of blueprinted lighting and audio designs Demonstrated initiative and leadership during project execution, such as establishing the required

communications with the management of the performing act in order ensure that all backline equipment and instrument spec requirements were met

Successfully managed fluctuating customer needs and demands on a daily basis

PHOENIX DESIGN GROUP, INC. Houston, TXLighting & Audio Technician, 2010

Led audiovisual install and breakdowns of video screens, pipe & drape, truss, staging, leko, DMX lighting, audio systems for hotel hosted fashion shows and private events

Communicated event details to Spanish speaking customers and hotel staff Responsible for training new employees on audio system installations

EXTRACURRICULAR EXPERIENCE

THE MOCKINGBIRDS BAND Houston, TXProfessional Musician, 2013–2014

Founding member of wedding and event entertainment band Designed promotional videos and webpage Responsible for promoting the band Stage manager and audio technician for small venue productions

INFINITY’S TWIN Houston, TXProfessional Musician, 2011–2013

Developed strategies and solutions to achieve the team’s desired goals including brand recognition, reduced set up/breakdown time and increased merchandise sales

Sought continuous market improvement and higher profitability opportunities within the local entertainment industry

Led the team in networking and promotional efforts