I absolutely love the live entertainment and AVL world. I bring over 25 years of experience producing high-quality production entertainment across live audio, lighting, video, multi-track recording, design, and post applications. I am a visionary leader who develops innovative ideas and applies these techniques in the production industry. I strive to create exceptional experiences in audio, lighting, and video for large-scale events and shows. I thrive in collaborative environments, leading teams to deliver cohesive AVL solutions while maintaining focus on client satisfaction and seamless execution. My hands-on experience as an engineer, designer, and production director allows me to bridge creative concepts with technical realities, ensuring on-time delivery and top-notch sound and visuals for audiences of all sizes.

Jason Rightnour

I absolutely love the live entertainment and AVL world. I bring over 25 years of experience producing high-quality production entertainment across live audio, lighting, video, multi-track recording, design, and post applications. I am a visionary leader who develops innovative ideas and applies these techniques in the production industry. I strive to create exceptional experiences in audio, lighting, and video for large-scale events and shows. I thrive in collaborative environments, leading teams to deliver cohesive AVL solutions while maintaining focus on client satisfaction and seamless execution. My hands-on experience as an engineer, designer, and production director allows me to bridge creative concepts with technical realities, ensuring on-time delivery and top-notch sound and visuals for audiences of all sizes.

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I absolutely love the live entertainment and AVL world. I bring over 25 years of experience producing high-quality production entertainment across live audio, lighting, video, multi-track recording, design, and post applications. I am a visionary leader who develops innovative ideas and applies these techniques in the production industry. I strive to create exceptional experiences in audio, lighting, and video for large-scale events and shows.

I thrive in collaborative environments, leading teams to deliver cohesive AVL solutions while maintaining focus on client satisfaction and seamless execution. My hands-on experience as an engineer, designer, and production director allows me to bridge creative concepts with technical realities, ensuring on-time delivery and top-notch sound and visuals for audiences of all sizes.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Audio Mixer / FOH Engineer / AVL Install Contractor
January 1, 2024 - Present
Record, mix and master high quality audio projects in Pro Tools and Logic Pro. Working as A1/A2, systems tech, frequency coordinator for live events. Installing AVL systems into churches, facilities, arenas and commercial buildings. Audio designer, Sales Associate.
Journeyman Audio at IATSE LOCAL UNION 128
January 1, 2024 - Present
A1/A2 audio engineer for shows at the Winsphere Opera House and other surround facilities. Led Audio Director for the union on the ACMA Awards.
AVL Integration Manager at Amplio Systems
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Supervising jobs to ensure AVL is installed accurately and to client satisfaction. Commission the technical aspects of the job (audio/lighting consoles, PA tuning, zoning lighting configurations, network switches). Lead a 6-10 man crew with contractors and freelancers. Communicate with site supervisors and other trades to keep projects on schedule. Use Slack, Asana, Dropbox, Instant, Ganttic, and Finale to set tasks, create schedules, order products and communicate with PMs. Liaise with manufacturers regarding gear and troubleshoot conflicts on site.
AVL Install Technician II at Amplio Systems
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Install full audio, video, lighting and networking within churches and convention centers. Commission systems to ensure weekly services run smoothly. Rig PAs, LED walls, trussing, and lighting for conventional/moving and LED fixtures. Focus, zone and tune PA; focus lighting; work with audio consoles from multiple manufacturers. Run wires and terminate cables (Cat5, RG6, single pair, speaker wire).
A1 Audio Engineer Contractor at ABCTR
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Serve as A1 for major corporate events (e.g., Samsung corporate events, CIC Live) across the Bay Area and the US. Tasks include load-in, rigging hang points for PA, running all cables, setting up wireless, backline, tuning and zoning PA, and running the system for actual events.
Audio Director / Production Director at The House Modesto
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2020
Responsible for ensuring the success of show and event productions by managing technical details and personnel in the Production department and the venue. Resident A1, production manager, technical director, and recording engineer for a multi-campus church. Coordinates staff schedules, maintains multiple auditoriums and satellite campuses, coordinates tours and special events, and oversees in-house studio sessions. Trains and cross-trains volunteers and interns across audio, lighting, and video; oversees purchasing, maintenance, and servicing of all equipment and rigging; operates analog and digital desks; oversees studio recording and Foley for podcasts, service recordings, and TV ministry; leads technical system integrations for campuses; collaborates with lighting and video departments to meet show needs.

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree – Music Production at Full Sail University
January 1, 2012 - February 11, 2026
Certificate in Recording Arts at Modesto Junior College
January 1, 2001 - February 11, 2026

Qualifications

Dante Level 3 (2nd Ed)
February 12, 2022 - February 12, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Education

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