Eli

eli@elilds.com | www.elilds.com

Employment History

Crosspoint, Bluewater Bay
Technical Coordinator | October 2022 - April 2024
In my role as A/V Coordinator at Crosspoint, Bluewater Bay, I created detailed cable routing diagrams, developed comprehensive documentation, and organized the tech booths in the building. I performed routine maintenance on the AVL systems in both the main auditorium and the kids room. I implemented lighting upgrades, installed new SDI runs throughout the building, and completely revamped the video system. Doing this I effectively elevated  our production from a basic setup to a full production each week.  This position enhanced my industry knowledge and inspired me to explore innovative solutions to challenges.
Crosspoint, Niceville
Production Coordinator, A/V Event Tech | July 2024 - Present
As the Production Coordinator at Crosspoint, Niceville, I collaborate with the Production Manager and Creative Arts Director to ensure seamless Sunday services and address any issues that arise. My responsibilities include performing routine maintenance and repairs on lighting systems, video systems, and audio systems, organizing cables and tech booths, and creating detailed cable routing diagrams to optimize setup and functionality. I also oversee all five venues on campus ensuring that everything is operational. This role challenges me to continuously seek innovative solutions and enhance my industry knowledge, contributing to the overall success of our production efforts.

Freelance History

Nailed Productions
www.nailedproductionsllc.com | Feb. 2021 - Present
Crosspoint
Niceville & Bluewater Bay Campuses | Jul. 2021 - Present

Theatrical Productions

A Chorus Line: Teen Edition / Lighting Head
SPRING 2022, NICEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL THEATRE

Coordinated a lighting team of three
Designed A Chorus Line lighting
The One-Act Play That Goes Wrong / Lighting Head
FALL 2022, NICEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL THEATRE

Coordinated a lighting team of two
Trained new members on lighting console
Programmed the lighting for the show
Chicago: Teen Edition / Lighting Head
SPRING 2023, NICEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL THEATRE

Coordinated a lighting team of two
Assisted in designing the lighting plot
Assisted with SFX (haze and fog machines)
Newsies / Lighting Head, Booth Lead
SPRING 2024, NICEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL THEATRE
Assisted sound and lighting in training
Designed lighting plot
Ran setup in new lighting for Newsies
Coordinated lighting team of two
Oversaw tech booth and assisted with any questions
Coordinated audio rentals

Other

Niceville High School
Lighting Designer, Booth Lead, System Designer
I successfully led a $25,000 audio and lighting upgrade at Niceville High School, managing a team of five to facilitate the project. The project included transforming our incandescent lighting rig to LED and implementing a simplified and well-built audio system. I created detailed cable routing maps and extensive documentation, including written guides and instructional videos, to ensure future classes can operate the equipment and troubleshoot effectively.

Known Lighting Consoles

GrandMA2
Chamsys
Obsidian Onyx
ETC Eos
Chroma-Q Vista