James Killen

Experience

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  Various Film Work

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2012

  Various roles

  IMDB Link:http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1749553/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1

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  Kenderdine Electrical

  Feb 2007 - Mar 2008

  Hire Assistant

  PAT Test and prepare hire equipmentOccasional "on-site" setups.Take orders for clients.

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  World Of WearableArt Ltd

  Sept 2010 - Sept 2014

  Rigger

  Regular rigger for World of Wearable Arts.For the last two years, as my position at Metro Productions, I organise to get the required kit to the venue and help install and packout the truss and motors for the show.On show call for various duties such as being a counter-balance rigger (For performers who "fly".)

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  Metro Productions

  Nov 2010 - Nov 2011

  Lighting design.Running crewsLighting design, installation and pack outStaging installation and packout.Client lisason. Running crewsLighting design, installation and pack outStaging installation and packout.Client lisason

  • Productions Technician

    Mar 2008 - Nov 2011

  • Senior Technician

    Nov 2010 - Feb 2011
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  3 Foot 7

  Mar 2011 - Dec 2011

  Lighting Rigging Assist

  Pre-rigging sets.DMX distributions.Power reticulation.EWP work.

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  Metro Productions

  Feb 2012 - Jan 2017

  Rigging Projects Manager

  Pricing jobs and Client LiaisonOrganising, delivering, setting up and packout of equipment for clients.Writing policies adopted by metro.Writing how-to guides in regards to Metro Productions Systems.Safe rigging and working practicesHealth and SafetyErection and care of Outdoor Roof Systems.Truss and Chain Hoist systems design.Chain Hoist servicingCAD Planning, using VectorworksMentoring Production and Senior Technicians.

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  World Of WearableArt Ltd

  Sept 2015 - Oct 2018

  Head Rigger

  World of WearableArt is arguably one of New Zealand's biggest and most technically demanding shows. As Head Rigger, it is my job to design and implement the flying systems for both people and scenic elements.In order to meet the demanding timeline, good communication, crew management and planning skills are essential in this role. There is also an inherent need for good knowledge in technical rigging and health and safety practices.It is also essential to be able to adapt to new circumstances and changing goals during the installation process, to an ability to think on your feet is a pre-requisite. Show less

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  Mambo Show Services

  Jan 2017 - May 2018

  Project Manager

  As of this 2017, I have started my own company specialising in rigging and project management. In this role I am technical consultant, project manager and technical manager for various clients.

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  New Zealand Festival

  Jan 2017 - Jan 2017

  Pacific Crystal Palace Site Supervisor

  In this role I over-see and contribute to the buiolding and deconstruction of the Pacific Crystal Palace, a spiegletent with a New Zealand twist. This role includes:Implementing and ensuring health and safety procedures are followed.Building and deconstructing the tent.Site planning and management.Managing crew, both regular and casual labour.

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  NW Group

  May 2019 - now

  Head Of Production