Christopher McMahon

28 Berkshire RD Waltham, MA 02451

(508) 577-2435 - chrismcmahon88@yahoo.com

 

 

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:

·   Exceptional work ethic; known as a trusted, responsible, and effective worker

·   Possess the ability to work in a high-volume, fast paced environment with a positive attitude

·   Able to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of challenges

·   Organized and uses work plans to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and demanding work goals

·   Driven to improve skills and gain - then transfer - experience from every situation

 

 

PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE:

 

Rillahan & Associates Inc. Tewksbury, MA        May 2010 – Present

Rillahan & Associates is a full-service event production company focused on designing, developing and producing successful corporate and medical meetings and events of all sizes. While the events produced may be large, the focus on each small detail ensures a flawless production.

 

Warehouse Manager / Onsite Audio-Visual TechnicianJuly 2011 – Present

·   Manage over $1M equipment / gear inventory in East Coast warehouse and track equipment transfers to and from West Coast warehouse

·   Coordinate activities as needed with 5 other staff members

·   Test, troubleshoot, update and service out of warranty equipment and gear – ensure equipment under warranty is factory repaired / replaced at no cost to the company

·   Responsible for asset identification, tracking and management using ‘Rental Desk’ system

·   Keep supplies inventory properly stocked – re-order as needed to ensure sufficient levels to support project timelines

·   Order gear / supplies when needed – sign-off authority of $2000

·   Coordinate shipping and receiving activities for busy warehouse

·   Assemble equipment needed for upcoming evens – select, pack and often deliver projectors, speakers, video switches, screens, monitors, cabling, etc. – event sizes range from 12 equipment cases to a 53’ truck full of equipment

·   Provide onsite support as a Breakout Tech, Audio Tech, Video Tech during many events across country (San Francisco, Washington DC, NYC, Orlando, Boston, Las Vegas, etc.) for many well-known technology, medical, and educational organizations

·   Performed Assistant Project Manager duties onsite as requested to manage 4-6 labor techs and interact with client to validate requirements are met and ensure satisfaction

 

Freelance Audio TechnicianMay 2010 – June 2011

·   Audio and visual equipment set-up

·   Operation of the sound board

·   Complete stage breakdown.

 

A Better Resolution, Inc.  Boston, MA          February 2010 - June 2011

A Better Resolution supports local and national audio visual, staging, sound and lighting companies, and event producers.

 

Freelance Audio Technician

·   Assisted in audio and visual equipment set-up

·   Operation of the sound board

·   Completed stage breakdown

 

High Output, Inc. – Canton, MA.    June 2009 - June 2011

High Output provides lighting, sound and A/V solutions for filmmakers and broadcasters.

 

Freelance Audio Technician

Duties include:

·   Assisted with staging, truss assembly and technical stage related activities to prepare for various events

 

Terry Hanley Audio Systems - Woburn, MA.     May 2008 – June 2011

Terry Hanley Audio Systems has provided interpretation, concert sound, lighting, and full production conference and event services since 1969.

 

Audio Technician

Responsibilities varied based on client and event:

·   Coordination, administration and management of audio and video conferencing equipment

·   Set up of all audio and visual equipment as customized for each event. Equipment included cables, speakers, amps, mixer and specialty leased equipment

·   Safely handled, monitored and maintained $30,000 to $50,000 worth of equipment per show

·   Functioned as Crew Chief on select assignments to ensure all equipment details were properly managed

·   Involved with the successful execution for events at: Harvard Business School, Emerson College, Brandeis University, MIT, Wheaton College, The Intercontinental, Boston Harbor Hotel, Westin Copley Square, Seaport Hotel, World Trade Center and the JFK Library

 

Brockton Community Schools, Brockton, MA      December 2004 – June 2011

 

Stage Hand / Technical Specialist

Responsibilities varied according to the type of event (conference, dance competition, speaking engagement, recitals, etc.):

·   Coordination, installation and management of stage related functions involving audio and lighting

·   Functioned as stage manager to ensure technical production ran smoothly and on time

 

 

EDUCATION AND SKILLS:

New England Institute of Art, Brookline, MA

Associates of Science, Audio Production - May 2008 - GPA 3.0 

(Specific Audio Courses taken: Audio Technology I & II, Audio Recording I & II, Hard Disk Recording, Digital Audio and Media, Electronics I & II, Advanced Hard Disk Recording, Live Sound & Reinforcement)

 

College Internship: Terry Hanley Audio Systems - February 2008 - April 2008

 

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