Eliot Winder

Experience

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  Turntable Cooperative

  Jun 2005 - Oct 2012

  Co-Founder / Event Producer

  Co-founder and lead event producer for a successful self starting cooperatively owned event company. Purchased initial sound and lighting equipment on credit and was running in the black within 2 years. - Engaged in electronic, live music, wedding, corporate and private party sales, bookings, and execution.- Kickstarted the brand name (TCO) to become a recognizable service and lifestyle product with merch and swag to further this end. - Companies primary source of revenue was from self promoted events, rentals and event services. Show less

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  Citrix

  Oct 2007 - Apr 2010

  Tier II Technical Support

  -Onboarded and integrated an acquired company's internal customer support. This expanded internal stakeholder responsibility to seven product lines and five separate teams.-Extended troubleshooting would cover Group Domain Policy interference, remote peripherals and Local / Network Security compliance with our product. -Required a high level of understanding troubleshooting computers and networks using our own product to connect into their machine and being able to work in a large office environment. -Consistently exceeded required metrics for availability and Quality Assurance audits. -Ranked by customers as an average of 9.5 out of 10 for over 2 years. Show less

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  ShpGroup Tecnologia

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2011

  Sr. Technical Client Manager

  -Provided a rapid, efficient, and friendly response to client inquiries, request for client support -Quickly and efficiently set up client accounts for fulfillment -Interfacing as necessary with software development engineers and operations staff to independently and proactively resolved any issues which delay client fulfillment or client support.-Effectively communicated with software developers, sales staff, healthcare clients, vendors if issues arise and drive resolution of issues -Maintained a client retention rate of at least 90% consistently-Participated in product development planningDeveloped and maintained relationships with over 50 individual vendor partners-Developed and monitored compliance with systems, processes, etc.-Strictly adhered to HIPAA guidelines-Was the specialist for remote installation procedures and guidelines; In charge of advanced troubleshooting scenarios and application Alpha QA testing.-Using SQL to write ad-hoc queries and reports for data analysis and troubleshooting purposes Show less

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  Lucidity Festivals

  Oct 2010 - Nov 2018

  Production Manager / Co-Producer

  One of the founding partners of a 3,500 plus attendee integrated music and arts festival. Served as Department Head for the Production and Site Operations department. Served to continually engage and drive up attendee lists and consistently sold out in advance of the event date.- Created and Maintained a $200k budget servicing 800 vendors, staff and artists.- Responsible for sourcing, contracting, budgeting and overseeing all sound, lights, electrical, site setup, talent booking managers and artist relations and hospitality.- Gathered and utilized customer feedback for all stage, site design and artist bookings.- Designed and implemented initial Site Ops plan and team delegation for all hard-lined services and amenities like water, power and sewage. - Created 3D topographic mapping of site map and coordinated on site placement. Liaised with industry leading sound engineers and vendors to ensure integrated sound design for several different themed areas.- Managed staff and volunteer relations in delegated task listings centered on complex undertakings with high time sensitivity and consequence of error. Show less

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  Eleven Software

  Mar 2012 - Dec 2014

  Field Technician

  AV / IT installation specialty position. Included unboxing, installing and repackaging computer systems in hotels and other professional venues. -Required basic networking knowledge to confirm and interface with venue's IT department regarding installations.-Cable management was held to an extremely high professional quality, required little to no cable visibility with end product.-Technician position was entirely remote, needing to track mileage and expendables for reimbursement purposes.-Knowledge of basic power, OS, and remote printing was required for various tasks that would come up with installation and troubleshooting. Show less

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  SYNAPTIC PRODUCTIONS LIMITED

  Jun 2012 - Oct 2012

  Production Manager

  Served as Department Head for the Production department to execute a first year festival that had over 2700 attendees. Worked to provide a professional grade event with a first year budget while not compromising the feel of industry standards our target audience had come to expect.-Created and maintained $150,000 budget servicing over 500 vendors and staff.-Worked with Booking Manager to book artists that would drive our ticket sales towards success.-Managed directly staff of over 100.-Utilized volunteer force to great success to acchieve our low budget goals.-Created 3d topographical placement and site maps to provide for every single person involved in our festival.-Provided last minute solutions to dynamic and complex issues that arose during production. Show less

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  Table Nectar LLC, Star Star Roadhouse Project

  Aug 2012 - Sept 2015

  Technical Director / Sound Engineer

  Key Role for all stage related ventures. Planned and managed all technical aspects of the performance stage. Provided other secondary sound design and support for dining and relaxation lounges. Acted as A1 Audio Technician for all performances. In addition, consulted on electrical and technical design during the planning phases for the camp as a whole.https://www.starstarroadhouse.com/

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  Enchanted Forest Gathering

  May 2013 - Jul 2014

  Black Ops Manager

  In charge of a small team of multi-tool workers to handle both siteops and production issues. Tasks could range anywhere from rigging to transport to production stage work. Requires a very multi-talented individual with management skills to fill this role.

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  IATSE Local 442

  Apr 2014 - now

  Journeyman

  Working with local venues for union contracted events as a stagehand with varying roles. Tasks centered on initial site set-up, event-long sound and light management and event tear down while ensuring ample protection of venue interests.

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  Once upon a Festival

  May 2014 - Sept 2014

  Build / Strike Manager

  Build and Strike Manager. Managed & distributed all labor and build projects for the festival. Created Topographical mapping for the event during pre-prodcution.

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  Enchanted Forest Gathering

  Mar 2015 - Jan 2016

  Merchandise Project Manager

  Developing from the ground up- this position is responsible for designing and implementing a full apparel and merchandise line with it's basis on the festival community. The objective is to stretch beyond just the event it originated from, it is to create a line that will eventually wholesale with other outfitters and web stores. The ultimate mission goal is: To create boutique items that allow you to express yourself and stand out.Daily pre-show tasks are remote office work management duties that include: Budget management, procurement deadlines, inventory management, brand & website development, product development, sales team hiring / management, and vendor relations. Show less

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  Envision Festival

  Jan 2016 - Oct 2016

  Assistant Technical Manager

  Position consisted of directly assisting the Technical manager. Duties would include many technical installation and design functions within the festival that is set in a dense Costa Rican jungle. Many situations called for out of the box thinking to create something that worked with extremely limited resources and difficult technical challenges due to the environment.

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  Emerald Experience

  Jun 2016 - Oct 2018

  Event Production Manager

  Event Producer in charge of creating main attraction stages and experiences. Including but not limited to stage design, decor, lighting, sound and visuals. Coordinates logistics of sound & lighting power advance as well as build & strike logistics. Works closely with client and event producer to provide a top tier VIP experience package that is unique and memorable. Average budget for event was $100k-$500k.

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  Enchanted Forest Gathering

  May 2017 - May 2018

  LoL Lounge Stage Manager / Sound Engineer

  Basic Sound and stage management for festival comedy lounge. Interfaced between Producer, Production Manager and Site Relations to ensure late night stage activities were within balance of the sites needs. Ensured acts started and ended at appropriate and set times.

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  Spark Creative Events

  Oct 2018 - Aug 2020

  Production Manager

  Full time position centered around a year-long production schedule. One of three Managers who reported directly to the Company Owner. Events ranged in complexity from intimate weddings to corporate parties servicing 4,000 employees. Events were known locally for their attention to detail and high aesthetic value in their designs.- Managed RFQ and RFI interface from over 30 vendors to fulfill our supply and production needs. - On average budget ranged from $100k - $150k in annual expenditures.- Oversaw client needs and desires relating to on-site decor, lighting, sound and guest flow to appropriately meet timings for set up and tear down within shared and leased spaces.- Managed all labor employees as well as the Shop Manager position. This position also included management of scheduling, budgeting, contracting of outside vendor services, and payroll.- Provided annual feedback and performance reviews for a staff of over 20 people.Liaised with receiving and warehouse to ensure properly filled orders related to job design and safety requirements- Provided low cost solutions for production needs, and managed purchase orders and inventory acquisition for the company as well as setting up reseller licensing and net 30 accounts.- Oversaw fleet of 10 trucks and 5 generators. Scheduled regular maintenance and repairs as needed. Ensured updated WHMIS sheets and safety protocols for owned machines and tools. Show less

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  UCSB Arts & Lectures

  Sept 2021 - now

  Production Manager

  Responsible for producing over 130 performing arts, film, lecture and specialty events per year in a variety of venues, servicing all budget levels and attendance rates. -Supervises 40+ employees as the head of the Production Services Department. -Serves as technical head for event live streaming and online integration.-Redlines technical and hospitality riders; negotiating technical riders with artists and artist management. -Prepares event budgets, secures needed technical and hospitality provisions, equipment and supplies, and reports on expenditures. - In charge of all safety and security coordination for all events-Oversees a production budget of over 3 million dollars annually and serves as the reporting lead for sponsor solicitation to secure outside funding of in-kind sponsorship.-Serves as central event scheduler, approving use flows for five primary venues and residency schedules ensuring the creation and coverage of all event timelines.-Operates with a highly-specialized technical knowledge of the production requirements as well as any limitations, requirements, budget and spatial constraints of the venue and policies. -Upholds applicable union, collective bargaining, and Venue services agreements though industry standards and best practices. -Initiates and negotiates outside vendor contracts for the provision of sound, lights, catering, livestream services, transportation and accommodation with respect to technical limitations and expected requirements. -Responsible for coordinating all activities including managing visitors, talent and press onsite. Coordinates with reporting staff to ensure ticketing personnel and venue staffing is sufficient.-Independently responsible for successful delivery of quality events within budget. Coordinates all activities related to the public event, including managing the public and press and coordinating with ticketing personnel and Donor officers. Show less