Jake Pitcher

• Coordinate and manage the performing arts, events and venues portfolio.
• Project manage artistic programming, event budget and technical timeline.
• Develop administrative systems for effective project management, process and record keeping.
• Build robust vendor network, Tender and RFQ contracts to secure cost-effective, high-quality products and services.
• Manage finance processes for budget, purchase orders and invoicing through project miletsones.
• Liaise and collaborate with large portfolio of suppliers, stakeholders and artists through creative and administrative processes.
• Manage artist contracts, supplier agreements and venue bookings for programmed events.
• Event Management of festivals, programmed events and development programs.
• Manage maintenance and bump in of artworks, public art, and performance equipment.
• Collate and execute marketing copy of all festivals, events and programs on ticketing services and websites.
• Connect with external stakeholders to secure Sponsorship and in-kind support.
• Risk manage all relevant events, programs and festivals in line with WHS standards, licensing approvals and funding acquittals.
• Conduct evaluations and surveys for each community event, activation and programs for budget closure, feasibility studies and event evaluation.

• Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities, events and program curated for developmental strategies in youth arts.
• Provided administrative support to the project team by scheduling meetings, organising documents, preparing presentations, taking meeting minutes and following up on action items.
• Assisted in developing and updated master project plans to document objectives, schedules and funding for yearly program.
• Communicated with key stakeholders to determine project requirements and objectives of external contracts and artists.
• Managed portfolio of projects to drive on-time deliverables within scope and budget.
• Managed team scope, schedule and assignments for duration of project.
• Coordinate volunteer program inline with event timelines.
• Conducted research related to assigned projects; gathered data from multiple sources.

• Prepare, maintain and coordinate project documentation for reporting, monitoring and evaluation purposes to ensure accessibility of key deadlines.
• Structuring and leading the project management of technical, construction and finishing departments of build and bump in.
• Managed samples, documents and supplies to facilitate smooth team operations.
• Responsible for performance of tasks handed over for execution, ensuring on time deliverables and on budget results are achieved
• Innovative in providing technical solutions.
• Obeying technical specification and scope in relation to finishing, construction and technical departments.

• Provide a range of project management and support services including preparation of reports and briefs, coordinating resources, maintaining project documentation, and implementing and monitoring project plans, creative marketing and campaign launches.
• Trained new creatives on responsibilities, agency procedures and client guidelines.
• Designed new on-brand visual elements to effectively convey concepts and messaging.
• Conducted research on trends in the industry, competitors, and target audiences to inform creative direction.
• Developed creative briefs for projects and managed timelines to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Collaborated with internal teams such as product marketing, sales operations, and content marketing to meet business objectives.
• Maintained digital asset library organised according to established protocols.

• Contracted for touring regional and international Productions, Arts Festivals and Exhibitions
• Contracted to problem solve and design prototypes of key architectural and mechanical components of functioning set.
• Visualising and delivering both 2D and 3D architectural drafting and renders.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation for reporting, monitoring and evaluation purposes to ensure accessibility of key deadlines.
• Structuring and leading the project management of technical, construction and finishing departments of build and bump in.

• Sketched outline designs and used CAD programs to create detailed designs and

specifications.

• Brainstormed with product designers to refine and implement new manufacturing

processes.

• Evaluated project feasibility based on available equipment and materials and

labor expenses.

• Collaborated with sales and project management personnel to develop product

concepts.

• Monitored design processes from conceptual phase through construction.

• Selected manufacturing methods, fabrication and product designs.

• Provided instruction in both classroom and individual settings to cultivate

academic learning and related personal skills.

• Planned, directed and monitored instructional methods and content of

educational and vocational programs.

• Reviewed and evaluated programs for compliance with state, local and federal

regulations.

• Directed and coordinated activities of teachers or administrators at schools,

public agencies or institutions.