Robert Halsall
Manchester
Summary
Experienced Stage Technician/Flyman with a long and varied history in the Entertainment Industry. While mainly concentrating on these disciplines over the years I have also assisted other departments in the rigging and operation of A.V, sound, lighting and follow spots.
A reliable and conscientious person always striving to deliver the best possible results through a strong sense of pride and loyalty.
I'm always happy to learn new skills while passing on my knowledge to help others and love working as part of a team as well as being equally comfortable when working alone.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work history
Casual Technician
Lowry
Salford
2014.09 - Current
- Working with all departments alongside visiting companies to successfully stage a variety of productions/events across the venues within and outside of Lowry.
- Undertaking the supervision and coordination of other team members when necessary.
- Completing any training required by Lowry.
Stage Technician/Flyman
Various
UK
1985.08 - Current
- I have worked at many venues on tour, at festivals and on a casual basis across the UK in receiving and producing houses. I would be happy to provide more detail upon request.
Head Flyman
Manchester Palace Theatre
Manchester
1993.09 - 2014.04
- Working with all departments in conjunction with visiting companies to successfully stage a wide variety of productions/event.
- Managing the counterweight flying system and those operating it during fit ups, shows and get outs.
- Undertaking inspection and maintenance of the system and any other equipment in liaison with insurance inspectors and engineers.
- Deputising for the Stage Manager when needed to act as Duty Technician and to manage get ins and get outs.
- Completing any necessary training and using my experience to help improve the stagecraft/flying capabilities of other members of the team.
Technical A.S.M
Royal Northern College of Music
Manchester
1987.08 - 1989.07
- Supporting the Stage Manager and other departments in the day to day running of the Opera Theatre.
- Operating the flying system during fit ups, shows and get outs.
- Assisting the carpenters in the construction of in house productions.
- Acting as duty technician both in the Opera Theatre and Concert Hall.
Education
O-Level - English Language
Sale Grammar School for Boys
Manchester 09/1978 - 07/1983
O-Level - English Literature
Sale Grammar School for Boys
Manchester 09/1978 - 07/1983
ECDL Level 2 - Microsoft Office
Bury Council
Manchester 06/2014 - 10/2014
Skills
Working as part of a team in fast paced environments to deliver quality results by strict deadlines
Liaising with visiting companies in order to achieve this
Managing team members to ensure best results
Adapting to different demands of venues and productions
Timeline
Casual Technician
Lowry
2014.09 - Current
Head Flyman
Manchester Palace Theatre
1993.09 - 2014.04
Technical A.S.M
Royal Northern College of Music
1987.08 - 1989.07
Stage Technician/Flyman
Various
1985.08 - Current
O-Level - English Language
Sale Grammar School for Boys
09/1978 - 07/1983
O-Level - English Literature
Sale Grammar School for Boys
09/1978 - 07/1983
ECDL Level 2 - Microsoft Office
Bury Council
06/2014 - 10/2014