Lee Saylor

Lee Saylor

Journeyman Stagehand

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Technical Director at The Folly Theater

  • Education

    • University of Phoenix

      1999 - 2002
      Organizational Management
    • University of Montana

      1984 - 1987
      BFA Drama Design & Technology

      Activities and Societies: President, Montana Masquers; University Theatre Tech

    • Montana State University-Billings

      1980 - 1983
      Communication Arts - Theatre

      Activities and Societies: 1982 Theatre Technician of the Year

  • Experience

    • IATSE Local 31

      Apr 1984 - now
      Journeyman Stagehand

      Previously worked with Local 339, Local 54 and Local 498. Local 31 (International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees) provides skilled labor to Folly Theater, Midland Theater, Kauffman Performing Arts Center, Kansas City Convention Center (Bartle Hall/Music Hall/Municipal Auditorium), T-Mobile Center, Cable Dahmer Arena, KCI Expo Center, Memorial Hall, Overland Park Convention Center, KCLive, Hotel Ballrooms and other event locations in the Kansas City, western Missouri and eastern Kansas region. Show less

    • IATSE Local 339

      May 1984 - Oct 1993
      Journeyman Stagehand
    • Anderson Center for the Arts

      Aug 1987 - Dec 1992
      Assistant/Associate Technical Director

      Responsible for assisting Technical Director, determining technical requirements for all events in the Anderson Center (a five theater complex), coordination with artists, renters and their representatives to insure proper provision of technical support: managing and maintaining sound, lighting and rigging systems; maintain inventory of equipment and replacement supplies, train and supervise student, professional and IATSE stagehand crews Responsible for supervision, stage management, lighting and sound design for all non-professional shows Designer for annual Madrigal Dinner (4 years) Assisted with the design and installation of new sound system and rigging system in Watters Theater Participated in the specification of lighting, sound and rigging systems in Studio B Theater Responsible for supervision (repair/upgrades) of office computer systems UNIVERSITY COMMITTEES Professional Employees Council Show less

    • SECOND HAND DANCE COMPANY

      Jan 1988 - Jan 1993
      Lighting Designer/Production Stage Manager

      Responsible for coordination of technical requirements and lighting design, including European tour in 1992

    • Lied Center of Kansas

      Dec 1992 - Mar 2002
      Technical Director
    • Saylor Production

      Dec 2001 - now
      Freelance Stagehand/ Designer/ Consultant/ Handyman

      Handyman ServicesSet/ Lighting DesignTheater inspectionTheater consultantTheater equipment installation

    • Lawrence Arts Center

      Dec 2001 - Mar 2010

      Maintain master calendar Responsible for all safety, fire and electrical code compliance. Support (set construction, lighting and sound design) of theater events which include Drama, Film, and Dance departments as well as 2 Professional Touring companies. Manage all recording (audio and video) and production of edited video and sound. Maintain and repair all theatrical equipment, including rigging, lighting, and sound equipment. Design and print tickets for all events. Administration of Organization's Catering (alcohol) License, insuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Supervise rental events, including receptions. Coordinate all vending in the building. Supervise weekend custodial staff. Serve as backup maintenance staff. Supervised final construction, turn on and move in to building which opened in 2002 Show less

      • Gallery Shop Manager

        Sept 2008 - Mar 2010
      • Computer System Administrator

        Aug 2007 - Mar 2010
      • Technical Director and Facility Manager

        Dec 2001 - Mar 2010
    • American Heartland Theater

      Jan 2002 - Aug 2013
      Master Electrician
    • English Alternative Theatre

      Sept 2002 - Mar 2009
      Technical Director/Designer

      Lighting and Set Design and build.

    • THUNDERBIRD THEATRE

      Aug 2004 - Apr 2007
      Technical Director/Designer

      Lighting and Set Design and build. Also mentored Haskell Indian Nations University students in theater technology.

    • American Indian Repertory Theatre

      Jun 2007 - Dec 2017
      Production Designer
    • MSM SYSTEMS INC

      Mar 2010 - Jul 2011
      Lighting Consultant

      Review, specify and install lighting systems in worship centers.

    • Kansas City Symphony

      Jul 2011 - May 2012
      Stage Manager
    • The Folly Theater

      Jun 2012 - now
      Technical Director

      Supervision and co-ordination of crews, equipment and performances in the Historic Folly Theater. Also responsible for maintenance of the building.

    • A to Z Theatrical Supply and Service, Inc.

      Jul 2018 - Sept 2020

      Working in a commercial Theater shop, doing maintenance, scenery building and theatrical installations. Supervising a commercial theater shop, overseeing maintenance, job installation preparation, and scenery preparation.

      • Installer/Fabricator

        Sept 2018 - Sept 2020
      • Interim Shop Manager

        Jul 2018 - Sept 2018
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • OSHA 10/ IATSE-TTF General Entertainment Safety Training

      IATSE-TTF/OSHA
      Jan 2017
    • InfoComm/IATSE Live Event Technician Certificate Program

      IATSE/ InfoComm International University
      Mar 2016
      View certificate certificate
    • RTC level Certified Hoist Technician

      Columbus McKinnon Entertainment Technology
      Oct 2015
      View certificate certificate