Lawson Connell
Louisville
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Audio Visual production and IT Infrastructure. Proving talent for navigating challenges. Bringing strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and a result-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions, connections, and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Audio Visual Contractor
Slowdown / Saddle Creek Records
08.2024 - Current
- Managed all technical and logistical aspects of live concerts, including sound, lighting, staging, and video integration, for a 1,000-capacity venue.
- Acted as the primary liaison between artists, tour managers, and venue staff to ensure a seamless and successful advancement process.
- Supervised a team of technicians, stagehands, and A/V crew members to deliver professional-level productions.
- Maintained an inventory of all venue hardware, replacing or repairing items as needed to uphold performance quality standards.
Lead Audio Visual Technician
Inspire Solutions
03.2023 - 08.2024
- Enhanced the experience of each production by providing professional-level execution of all audio, video, rigging, and lighting needs.
- Selected optimal hardware or software for each need, based on host preferences and facility limitations.
- Advised, trained, and managed freelance workers, team members, and touring crews with specific audio-visual needs.
- Maintained location inventory, providing equipment orders, and offering substitutions based on availability.
- Repaired and serviced hardware as needed.
- Provided rigging expertise for all trussing, hanging, and floor-supported packages, including maintaining and repairing rigging equipment.
Lead Audio Visual Installation Technician
Midwest Sound & Lighting
10.2021 - 03.2023
- Provided installation and configuration for complete AV systems, including conferencing technology, audio systems, acoustic treatment, lighting systems, LED walls, etc.
- Performed peripheral testing, troubleshooting, and onsite repairs to maintain optimal performance levels on hardware and cable (Coax, BNC, Cat, Mic/Audio).
- Trained various organizations on mixing, tuning, and technical application based on needs and equipment.
- Reviewed CAD drawings, blueprints, schematics, and service manuals to identify technical needs and requirements.
- Maintained AV equipment inventory and supplies, and facilitated orders for new installations and projects.
- Performed off-site engineering for live events, as contracted.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Information Systems
University of Nebraska Lincoln
Lincoln, NEData Science
John Hopkins University
Strategic Toolkits for Managers
Vanderbilt University
NDG Linux Essentials
Linux Professional Institute
Cyber Security & IoT
Cisco Network Academy
Google Certified IT Professional
Google
Skills
- Live Audio Engineering
- Acoustic Treatment
- Digital Signal Processing
- IP Networking
- Power Distribution
- Lighting Design
- Camera Operation
- Signal Flow Comprehension
- Network Infrastructure
- Electronics Repair and Troubleshooting
- Video Conferencing
- CAD Drawing Interpretation
- New Technology Integration
- Cable Termination
- Project Coordination
- Remote Support
Timeline
Freelance Audio Visual Contractor
Slowdown / Saddle Creek Records
08.2024 - Current
Lead Audio Visual Technician
Inspire Solutions
03.2023 - 08.2024
Lead Audio Visual Installation Technician
Midwest Sound & Lighting
10.2021 - 03.2023
Data Science
John Hopkins University
Strategic Toolkits for Managers
Vanderbilt University
NDG Linux Essentials
Linux Professional Institute
Cyber Security & IoT
Cisco Network Academy
Google Certified IT Professional
Google
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Information Systems
University of Nebraska Lincoln
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