Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
EXPERIENCE GAINED IN EDUCATION
References
Timeline
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Samuel Child-Cavill

Sheffield,South Yorkshire

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Show Control Technician Walt Disney Theatre

Disney Cruise Line
United States
12.2023 - Current
  • Responsible for the operation and maintenance of all Show Control elements.
  • Responsible for stock control of show consumables.
  • Daily responsibility for installation, set-up, operation, and maintenance of all Show Control Systems and equipment.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of emerging trends and advancements in control systems technology, providing recommendations for future implementation opportunities.
  • Performed routine calibration checks on instrumentation devices to maintain optimal accuracy and repeatability within established tolerances.
  • Conducted detailed analyses of system failures, developing solutions that minimized future occurrences and improved overall productivity levels.
  • Improved process efficiency by conducting regular control system performance evaluations and maintenance.
  • Provided training to junior technicians, fostering a team-oriented environment that promoted continuous skill development.
  • Worked with sound engineers to strengthen audio and video quality during performances.

General Techncian Shipwide

Disney Cruise Line
United States
03.2022 - 12.2023
  • Installed, set-up, operated and struck equipment for assigned shipwide and island events
  • Managed the daily use of wireless microphones, including frequency tuning, power management and signal path
  • Mixed live audio with digital audio consoles
  • Managed sound/mic checks for shipwide venues and performers
  • Operated lighting consoles for intelligent and conventional fixtures
  • Reported equipment and consumable challenges
  • Provided preventative maintenance and routine repair of all ship wide equipment

Assistant Operations Manager

Ant Marketing
Sheffield, United Kingdom
06.2021 - 03.2022
  • Managed daily operations effectively, ensuring timely completion of tasks and accurate reporting of results.
  • Improved communication within the team through regular meetings, updates, and open channels of communication.
  • Coordinated with General Manager in different operational issues and promotional activities.
  • Helped team members maintain business professionalism by coaching each on methods for delivering exceptional service to every customer.
  • Taught employees how to collaborate on daily job tasks and achieve service targets.
  • Fostered culture of continuous improvement through employee training programs.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by streamlining operational processes.

Team Manager

Ant Marketing
Sheffield, United Kingdom
01.2021 - 06.2021
  • Led employee relations through effective communication, coaching, training, and development.
  • Boosted employee satisfaction through regular performance reviews, constructive feedback, and personal development plans.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient task delegation and time management strategies.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies as well as industry regulations through diligent oversight of daily operations and staff adherence to guidelines.
  • Improved overall team morale with effective motivational techniques like reward programs, recognition events, and transparent communication practices.
  • Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained team members, increasing quality of work and employee motivation.

Theatre Manager

Downside School
Stratton-on-the-Fosse, Somerset
09.2018 - 06.2020
  • Coordinated with technical teams on maintenance issues related to lighting, sound systems, stage equipment ensuring optimal functionality.
  • Oversaw box office operations, streamlining processes for increased efficiency in ticket sales management.
  • Enhanced customer experience by ensuring smooth operations during all events and performances.
  • Managed budget for productions, optimizing allocation of resources to maximize results.
  • Established strong communication channels within the organization for efficient collaboration between departments.
  • Maintained high standards of safety and cleanliness throughout the facility by enforcing strict guidelines and procedures.
  • Improved overall theatre performance by implementing effective management techniques and strategies.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Stage Management and Technical Theatre

Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama
Cardiff
09.2015 - 07.2018

A-Levels -

Tapton Sixth Form
Sheffield
09.2013 - 06.2015

Skills

  • QLab
  • Microsoft 365
  • ETC EOS Lighting Systems
  • Grand MA Lighting Systems
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • System maintenance
  • Audio and video routing
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving

EXPERIENCE GAINED IN EDUCATION

  • Technical Manager, Balance 2018, Various clients, The Barge House, 04/01/18, 06/30/18
  • Lighting Designer, Richard III, Joe Murphy, Richard Burton Theatre, 09/01/17, 10/31/17
  • Lighting Engineer, Design Exhibition 2017, Various clients, Bute Theatre, 06/01/17, 07/31/17
  • Stage Manager, Image of an Unknown Young Woman, Melanie Hilyard, Caird Theatre, 05/01/17, 06/30/17
  • Lighting Designer, Larger than life, Paul David Gough, Shirley Bassey Studio, 03/01/17, 04/30/17
  • Lighting Programmer, Don Juan comes back from the war, Sean Linnen, Richard Burton Theatre, 09/01/16, 10/31/16
  • Chief Electrician, Various Productions, Technical Operation Department RWCMD, Bute Theatre, 06/01/17, 07/31/17

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Show Control Technician Walt Disney Theatre

Disney Cruise Line
12.2023 - Current

General Techncian Shipwide

Disney Cruise Line
03.2022 - 12.2023

Assistant Operations Manager

Ant Marketing
06.2021 - 03.2022

Team Manager

Ant Marketing
01.2021 - 06.2021

Theatre Manager

Downside School
09.2018 - 06.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Stage Management and Technical Theatre

Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama
09.2015 - 07.2018

A-Levels -

Tapton Sixth Form
09.2013 - 06.2015
Samuel Child-Cavill