Arwen Davidson
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Hardworking and passionate technician with excellent problem solving abilities. I am focused on working closely with company members to produce high quality work. I am a hard, dedicated worker, and complete all my work to a high standard. I conduct myself in a professional manner and I thrive in deadline driven environments with focus on quality and accuracy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Sound System Designer
NIDA - National Institute Of Dramatic Art
09.2023 - Current
- I worked closely with a team of designers including lighting, sound, costume, set and the director to create a sound system that suited the show and would produce the best sound possible for the show.
Head Mechanist
NIDA - National Institute Of Dramatic Art
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Was in charge of all rigging and rigging requirements for the production
- Was the fly person for the show
- I was responsible for the implementation of rigging equipment, safety and the maintenance of the equipment throughout the production
Deputy Stage Manager
NIDA - National Institute Of Dramatic Art
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Prepared rehearsal studio by gathering set furniture, props and costumes.
- Worked with director to develop effective use of rehearsal times.
- Collaborated with technical crew and cast to safeguard presentation of artistic vision.
- Enforced safety measures due to potential stage equipment hazards.
- Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
Sound Designer
NIDA - National Institute Of Dramatic Art
11.2022 - 12.2022
- Attended production meetings to plan and create effective sound.
- Planned soundscapes and ambient sounds for the show.
- Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for the production.
- Set up, maintained and operated audio equipment and performed troubleshooting and audio system breakdown for shows.
Technical Assistant
NIDA - National Institute Of Dramatic Art
09.2022 - 11.2022
- I provided technical support to various different productions including aid with rigging and focusing lights, installing a sound system, building and maintaining set electrics and rigging.
Followspot Operator
NIDA - National Institute Of Dramatic Art
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Understood lighting technology and interacted with on-stage performers to cultivate full coordination and collaboration.
- Operated a Robert Juliat follow spot light.
- I had the ability to maintain a high standard while follow spotting for 2.5 hours on an Opera.
Assisstant Stage Manager
NIDA - National Institute Of Dramatic Art
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Prepared rehearsal studio by gathering set furniture, props and costumes.
- I worked closely with the cast and crew to create props tracking sheets and ASM plots.
- Reset the set in both the rehearsal room and in the venue
- kept track of all the props and set elements for the show and made sure props were not damaged.
- Created tracking and props documents in the rehearsal room. Was in charge of resetting the rehearsal room.
Theatre Technician
Newtown High School Of The Performing Arts
01.2017 - 12.2021
- Coordinated, maintained and operated lighting and sound systems.
- Operated sound and lighting on many different productions.
- Followed standards and procedures to maintain safe work environment.
- Set up and crewed on various types of productions including, live music, dance, drama, musicals, presentations and festivals.
- I have taken part in many bump ins and bump outs and worked efficiently.
- I have worked as an ASM, Sound operator, Lighting operator, Crew, Follow spot operator, Floor electrician, Radio mic operator and stage manager
Sound Operator
Resolution X
12.2019 - 12.2019
- I set up and operated a small live performance over several days as a volunteer
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Technical Theatre And Stage Management
National Institute of Dramatic Art
Sydney, NSW12.2024
Newtown High School of The Performing Arts
Sydney, NSW11.2021
Skills
- Sound designer
- Sound system design
- Floor electrician
- Head mechanist
- Follow spot operator
- Deputy sage manager
- Assistant stage manager
- Crew member
Timeline
Sound System Designer
NIDA - National Institute Of Dramatic Art
09.2023 - Current
Head Mechanist
NIDA - National Institute Of Dramatic Art
07.2023 - 09.2023
Deputy Stage Manager
NIDA - National Institute Of Dramatic Art
04.2023 - 06.2023
Sound Designer
NIDA - National Institute Of Dramatic Art
11.2022 - 12.2022
Technical Assistant
NIDA - National Institute Of Dramatic Art
09.2022 - 11.2022
Followspot Operator
NIDA - National Institute Of Dramatic Art
09.2022 - 11.2022
Assisstant Stage Manager
NIDA - National Institute Of Dramatic Art
04.2022 - 06.2022
Sound Operator
Resolution X
12.2019 - 12.2019
Theatre Technician
Newtown High School Of The Performing Arts
01.2017 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Technical Theatre And Stage Management
National Institute of Dramatic Art
Newtown High School of The Performing Arts
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