Beau Starkey
Newcastle,NSW
Summary
Experienced Mechanist with expertise in rigging operations, stage machinery, and technical support for live performances and events. Skilled in managing logistics, including bump-ins and outs, while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Proficient in the manufacturing and repair of sets. Known for strong organizational skills and effective team leadership
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Live Performance Senior Rigger/Mechanist & Team Leader
CIVIC THEATRE NEWCASTLE
10.2014 - Current
- Proficient in set manufacturing and set repair
- Manage compliance with NSW state safety procedures
- Lead a team of 10 technicians, ensuring effective communication and adherence to safety protocols during load-ins, performances, and load-outs.
- Collaborate with directors, designers, and production managers to implement creative concepts within technical limitations.
- Provided on-the-spot technical support to resolve issues during rehearsals and shows, ensuring continuity.
- Worked closely with lighting, sound, and props departments to integrate technical elements seamlessly.
- Operated machinery and assisted in scenic transitions during performances.
Audio Visual Technician
Fordtronic AV
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Rigging operations: Setting up lighting rigs, Projection / LED Screens, Cameras and audio equipment at elevated levels
- Operation of audiovisual equipment including sound systems, projectors, cameras and screens
- Technical support and maintenance involving troubleshooting and repair of audiovisual equipment
- Lighting operation and design
- Managing live streaming equipment and software for broadcasting events
- Stage Managing a diverse range of events including live performances, conferences, awards ceremonies, and dinners.
- Managing compliance and NSW state safety procedures
- Efficiently managing the logistics of multiple bump-ins and outs on a daily or weekly basis, ensuring smooth transitions between events
Education
Hunter School of The Performing Arts
2013
Skills
- Expertise in stage rigging and construction of set
- Troubleshooting and problem-solving under tight deadlines
- Collaboration with creative and technical departments
- Maintenance
- General Power and Hand Tools
- Logistics
- Compliance
- Organization
- Audiovisual, Lighting Operation
- Teamwork
- Leadership
Certification
Certificate II, Warehouse Operations
TAFE NSW, 2014
Certificate III, Outdoor Recreation
TAFE NSW, 2013
Certificate III, Live Production, Theatre and Events Technical Operations
TAFE NSW, 2013
NSW SafeWork Licence; National License to Perform High Risk Work
Forklift License, valid to 2029
Advance Rigging, valid 2029
Dogging, valid to 2029
NSW Workcover, OHS White Card
No Expiry
3D Safety, RIIWHS204D Safe Work at Heights
No expiry
Timeline
Audio Visual Technician
Fordtronic AV
02.2023 - 04.2024
Live Performance Senior Rigger/Mechanist & Team Leader
CIVIC THEATRE NEWCASTLE
10.2014 - Current
Certificate II, Warehouse Operations
TAFE NSW, 2014
Certificate III, Outdoor Recreation
TAFE NSW, 2013
Certificate III, Live Production, Theatre and Events Technical Operations
TAFE NSW, 2013
NSW SafeWork Licence; National License to Perform High Risk Work
Forklift License, valid to 2029
Advance Rigging, valid 2029
Dogging, valid to 2029
NSW Workcover, OHS White Card
No Expiry
3D Safety, RIIWHS204D Safe Work at Heights
No expiry
Hunter School of The Performing Arts
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