Aaron Espiritu

Experience

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  Adicio, Inc.

  Jan 2005 - Aug 2009

  Administrative Assistant

  -Assisted Administrative Manager in daily operations.-Assisted Human Resources with daily operations.-Audited client accounts each year.-Learned components of software and services.-Fast-paced data entry and research analysis.-Content Management

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  Freelance

  Jan 2007 - Aug 2009

  Talent Assistant

  -Built offers approved by Talent Buyers-Assisted Talent Buyers with day-of-show operations-Processed contracts, artist riders, artwork and advertising material.Locations include: Soma, Epicenter, The Jumping Turtle, miscellaneous churches and community centers in San Diego.

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  Surfdog Records

  Jan 2009 - Jun 2009

  Intern

  -Managed artist social media.-Manufactured CD's and distributed nationwide. -Mailed press kits to venues, record stores, street team, etc.-Maintained product inventory.-Ran miscellaneous industry research.-Researched trends in music community.

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  Garden State Bagels

  Dec 2013 - May 2014

  Assistant Manager

  -Performed all POS duties, front and back of house functions including opening and closing procedures.-Ensured that the store maintains customer service standards in high-volume and fast-paced environment.-Assisted owner in planning and executing all sales promotions effectively and efficiently.-Provided guidance and actively set an example for team members.-Handled cash and tracked daily sales.-Scheduled Staff

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  PlayMotion

  Aug 2014 - Dec 2014

  Intern

  -Assisted application of practical Computer Vision algorithms to gesture recognition.-Beginner experience with coding control schemes in Java for Android App.-Game Tester-Administration Assistant

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  React Presents

  Oct 2015 - Jun 2019

  Box Office & Ticketing Lead Supervisor

  -Manage day-of-show Front of House staff such as ticket scanners and security.-Assist with access control-Monitor operations for entrance and departure of guests in a large-scale venue setting.-Maintain strong communication with Box Office Coordinator, Event Security, Local Law Enforcement and Venue Organizers.-Credential Distribution-Troubleshoot ticketing issues.-RFID Tech Support-Uphold excellent customer service to ensure all guests are enjoying a memorable experience.Past Events:-Spring Awakening Music Festival 2018, 2019-Mamby on the Beach 2016, 2017, 2018-Summer Set Music & Camping Festival 2016, 2017-North Coast Music Festival 2016-Reaction NYE 2016-Freaky Deaky Halloween 2015, 2016 Show less

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  Unaffiliated

  Jan 2016 - now

  Independent Event Promoter

  -Oversee venue and equipment rentals for events.-Staff Coordinator-Talent Buyer-Created marketing and promotional material-Completed settlements with artists and venue.-Artist Hospitality

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  AEMMP Records

  Jan 2016 - May 2016

  Events and Merchandising

  -Talent Buyer for Manifest Urban Arts Festival 2016 (Main Stage).-Event Coordinator for unofficial SXSW showcase in Austin, TX.-Manufactured and maintained merchandise inventory.-Publicity & Brand Ambassador tasks.

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  Cerberus Security

  Feb 2017 - May 2017

  Event Staff/Security

  -Observe guests to preserve safety, order and to protect the venue property.-Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of guests to guard against theft and maintain safety of the premises.-Ensure guests are conducting themselves in a safe manner that is not disrupting the event.-Monitor crowd for behavior that needs to be addressed by venue management.-Operate detecting devices and conduct bag searches to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into the venue.-Coordinate VIP meet & greets, early entries, after show credentials, band merchandise sales and more.-Participate in the post show clean of the venue-Provide great customer service to all guests to ensure a memorable experience.Events/venues worked: SXSW 2017PGA Golf Tour 2017Euphoria Music & Camping Festival 2017Austin Reggae Fest 2017MotoAmerica AMA/FIM North American Road Racing Series 2017JMBLYA 2017Stubb's BBQ Show less

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  Concord Music Hall

  Aug 2017 - Sept 2018

  Security / Ticketing

  -Observe guests to preserve safety, order and to protect the venue property.-Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of guests to guard against theft and maintain safety of the premises.-Ensure guests are conducting themselves in a safe manner that is not disrupting the event.-Monitor crowd for behavior that needs to be addressed by venue management.-Operate detecting devices and conduct bag searches to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into the venue.-Coordinate VIP meet & greets, early entries, after show credentials, band merchandise sales and more.-Scan tickets when needed.-Provide great customer service to all guests to ensure a memorable experience. Show less

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  North Coast Music Festival

  Sept 2017 - Sept 2021

  Gate Supervisor
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  Schubas Tavern and Lincoln Hall

  Oct 2017 - Jun 2022

  Box Office / Security

  -Sell day-of tickets at venue box office.-Assist guests with ticketing issues.-Check in all ticketed, VIP and Guestlist patrons.-Greet guests attending ticketed and private events.-Observe guests to preserve safety, order and to protect the venue property.-Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of guests to guard against theft and maintain safety of the premises.-Ensure guests are conducting themselves in a safe manner that is not disrupting the event.-Monitor crowd for behavior that needs to be addressed by venue management.-Operate detecting devices and conduct bag searches to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into the venue. -Coordinate VIP meet & greets, early entries, after show credentials, band merchandise sales and more.-Participate in the post show clean of the venue-Provide great customer service to all guests to ensure a memorable experience. Show less

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  Firehouse Chicago

  May 2018 - Mar 2020

  Venue Manager

  -Maintain building standards and oversee set-up and break down for private events and weddings.-Receive vendor deliveries and coordinating day-of logistics.-Assist in executing wedding itinerary with Wedding Coordinator-Assist in de-escalation of tense or stressful situations with guests.-Lock and secure property at end of event.

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  THALIA HALL

  Jun 2018 - Aug 2022

  Floor Manager/Stage & Lighting Tech

  -Assist Production Manager with executing load-ins, load-outs, and event setup.-Oversee day-of-show front of house operations staff; including box office agents, ticket scanners, security, cost check and ushers.-Ensure all events have adequate equipment and supplies to function properly.-Coordination and logistics for general staff, security, VIP meet & greets, early entries, after show credentials, band merchandise sales, and more.-Assist artist settlement and hospitality as needed.-Pay Production, Audio Staff as needed.-Post-show accounting.-Uphold venue standards and policy to ensure all who enter the building are enjoying their experience. Show less

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  Audiotree Music Festival 2018

  Sept 2018 - Sept 2018

  Box Office Manager

  ● Set up, maintenance, and management of Festival Box Office● Ticket Fulfillment and Sales● Credential Distribution● VIP/Guestlist Check-in● Inventory● Supervise and Train Staff

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  Goldenvoice

  Apr 2019 - now

  Ticketing & Box Office Agent

  -Credential Distribution-VIP/Guestlist Check-in-Inventory-Troubleshoot ticketing issues.-RFID Tech Support

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  Evanston SPACE

  Aug 2019 - Aug 2022

  Box Office Manager/Production Assistant

  -Managed staff for Entry Access Gates; including ticket scanners, security and 21+ wristbanders at main entrances.-Setup/tear down events as Site-Ops Crewmember; assist with vendor load-in and equipment/power deployment.-Stagehand/Loader for stage build/tear down.

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  Wonderfront Festival

  Nov 2019 - Nov 2019

  Access Gate Supervisor

  -Manage day-of-show Front of House staff such as ticket scanners and security.-Assist with access control and site perimeter security.-Monitor operations for entrance and departure of guests in a large-scale venue setting.-Maintain strong communication with Box Office Coordinator, Event Security, and Local Law Enforcement-Troubleshoot ticketing issues.-RFID Tech Support-Uphold excellent customer service to ensure all guests are enjoying a memorable experience.

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  Lyrical Lemonade Summer Smash Festival

  Aug 2021 - Aug 2021

  Gate Supervisor
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  Pitchfork Music Festival

  Sept 2021 - now

  Stage Tech

  -Assist with Equipment and Stage Load-in and Load-out-Assist with stage build-Assist with rental gear inventory

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  Riot Fest

  Sept 2021 - Sept 2021

  Staff Assistant Coordinator (Local Labor)

  -Assisted the Staff Coordinator in hiring local labor and managing teams throughout the festival grounds-Assisted Staff Coordinator in managing and training staff in varying tasks; including VIP ambassadors, ticket scanners, COVID checks for staff and guests, site ops pre and post-show, and more.-Guided employees through completing "New Hire" Documents

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  Empty Bottle Presents

  Oct 2021 - May 2022

  Assistant Production Manager

  -Assist Production Manager with events that happen outside the Empty Bottle music venue.-Oversee Site Ops from pre-show to post-show operations including vendor Load-in/out, equipment/supply distribution, maintenance, and setting up flooring, tents, fence/barricades, power and lightning, -Assist Stage Manager with setting stage and artist load-in/out.

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  Salt Shed

  Jul 2022 - now

  Guest Services Supervisor