Eric Larson

Experience

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  Kent and Spiegel Direct

  Aug 1996 - Oct 1997

  Production Assistant

  Production Assistant for the Art Department. Developed comps and hero product for infomercials.

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  Rowland Unified School District

  Sept 1998 - Jun 2000

  Substitute Teacher
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  Bunim Murray Productions

  Nov 1999 - Jan 2001

  Associate Production Coordinator

  2001 Real World Casting Special Also a PA for MTV’s The Real World and Road Rules, The RW/RR Extreme Challenge 2001 and Fox’s Love Cruise.

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  The Spaceman Company

  Jan 2001 - Sept 2010

  Writer

  Blogs. Cartoon show development. Screenwriter. Freelance wordsmith.

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  A.D.D. Marketing

  Jun 2002 - Mar 2003

  Freelance Representative

  Promoted video games, movies and TV shows (swimfan, Push, NV, Friend or Foe, Ratchet & Clank, SOCOM: US Navy SEALs, Sly Cooper, & ATV Offroad Fury 2)

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  Freelance

  Feb 2003 - Feb 2004

  Production Assistant

  Freelance Commercial and event production assistant

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  The Walt Disney Company

  Mar 2004 - Jun 2004

  Production Coordinator

  Coordinated the production of the Mary Poppins Special Edition DVD. Collaborated with key artists such as Dick Van Dyke, Julie Andrews, and Bob Sherman to create an on-screen reunion. Recreated the park set for a new Mary Poppins Adventure. Hired equipment, crews, and stages, while keeping the project in budget and on time. Involved in all aspects of production including vendors, staffing, scheduling, art, and bids.

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  The Do Lab

  Apr 2005 - Jun 2011

  Lighting Technician and Rigger

  Developed and constructed large scale art installations for major music festivals and conventions including Coachella, Virgin Mobile Festival, CEDIA, Lightning in a Bottle, and Burning Man.

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  Various Companies

  May 2005 - Sept 2022

  Grip
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  Warner Brothers Special Events

  Jun 2005 - Dec 2007

  Freelance Event Coordinator

  Organized and coordinated special events including The Roast of Flavor Flav, Nationwide WB Meetings, and The CW Launch Party.

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  Burning Man

  Aug 2007 - Sept 2015

  Box Office Shift Lead

  Coordinate the build of the Box Office structure and employee camp in a remote desert location, improvising for a site with no infrastructure such as water, sewage, electricity, and with extreme temperature fluctuations. Provide tickets to 70K+ participants and guests. Manage teams of 15 staff and volunteers in customer service, tech support, and communication with senior staff.

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  Grand Central Marketing

  Jun 2008 - Aug 2008

  Event Program Coordinator

  Managed and organized campaign collateral, graphics, purchasing and shipping for "Ur Votes Count", a national mall tour and mock election leading up to the November 2008 election.

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  The Do LaB

  Apr 2012 - Jun 2015

  Box Office Assistant Manager

  Helped create and run the Lightning In a Bottle Box Office. LIB is a large music festival that is in various places in California every spring.

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  BeTicketing

  Apr 2012 - May 2013

  Assistant Box Office Manager

  I ran the Will Call windows for the paying customers, managing 10-15 people on each shift.

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  Arts + Contraptions

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2014

  Rigger

  Built Cryochrome art installation – a large scale, spinning truss, steel, and vacuform plastic tunnel that participants could interact with and experience being transported through light and movement – at Coachella Music and Arts Festival.

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  Disney Parks, Experiences and Products

  Jul 2015 - Oct 2020

  Stage Technician

  Working with Disney Tech Services setting up special events, stage productions, live events and holiday overlays.Projects include: Fantasmtic!, Disney Jr. Dance Party, Frozen: Live at the Hyperion, Jungle Cruise Holiday Overlay, Olaf's Snow Fest, and Small World Holiday.

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  Friendly Center

  Aug 2022 - Jul 2023

  Therapist Trainee

  -Successfully managed a caseload of 18 clients per week, providing critical wrap-around care to families grappling with childhood abuse, domestic violence, poverty, immigration, food and home insecurity, custody disputes, LGBTQIA+ concerns, and substance abuse. -Worked extensively with a primarily Latinx population, demonstrating cultural competence and sensitivity in all aspects of care.-Maintained timely and detailed notes using Therapy Notes, a leading electronic health record platform, ensuring the highest accuracy and adherence to ethical guidelines.-Proactively managed scheduling, follow-ups, and client care.-Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized treatment plans, improving outcomes and client satisfaction. Show less

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  Pathways

  Aug 2023 - Feb 2024

  Clinician

  -Provided specialized mental health services to children, young adults, and transitional-age youth, spanning ages 0-21 years, by leveraging expertise in Medi-Cal requirements. -Demonstrated exceptional organizational skills by maintaining accurate and thorough records using the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system, Avatar, ensuring compliance with county regulations and guidelines.Proactively managed client care through efficient scheduling and follow-ups, enhancing the overall quality of mental health services.-Earned certification as a therapist for Orange County, reflecting a commitment to professional development and adherence to local standards.-Received specialized training in evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and Geek therapeutics, enhancing my ability to provide effective treatment to diverse client populations.-Collaborated effectively with a diverse, multicultural team to design and implement a new clinic in Costa Mesa, contributing to expanding mental health services in the community. Show less