An industry professional with 10 years of experience in post-production and 3 years in corporate event production. Trained in DaVinci Resolve and Adobe Create Cloud Suite, I am able to provide the best possible service within a reasonable budget!…

Ryan Akins

An industry professional with 10 years of experience in post-production and 3 years in corporate event production. Trained in DaVinci Resolve and Adobe Create Cloud Suite, I am able to provide the best possible service within a reasonable budget!…

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An industry professional with 10 years of experience in post-production and 3 years in corporate event production. Trained in DaVinci Resolve and Adobe Create Cloud Suite, I am able to provide the best possible service within a reasonable budget!

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

AV Technician (Freelance) at Multimedia Audio Visual
June 1, 2026 - Present
Provide multimedia AV labor for shows, conferences, galas; skilled general AV labor, operations, and client-facing roles such as show-calling and managing conference breakouts; deliver professional and high-quality event production.
Editing Lead (Contract) at Never Miss Your Shot Golf
February 1, 2026 - Present
Lead a team of video editors on bulk editing projects with tight deadlines; collaborate with management and assist on projects using Adobe Creative Suite.
Audiovisual Technician (Part Time) at Encore Global
January 5, 2026 - June 30, 2026
Transferred to part-time regular technician; supported event production and operations; ultimately resigned to pursue freelance AV work.
Audiovisual Technician (Part Time) at Denver Center for the Performing Arts, Seawell Ballroom
November 1, 2025 - Present
Perform sets and operations including video switching, live audio mixing, and event lighting to ensure smooth galas, expos, and conferences; deliver quality events and strong customer service.
Audiovisual Technician Lead (Full Time) at Encore Global
February 1, 2024 - January 5, 2026
Facilitated setup and strike of corporate events; proficient in audio, video, power management and lighting equipment; trained in lighting design and video switching; led a team delivering events with budgets ranging from thousands to millions.
Assistant Stage Manager at Chandler-Gilbert Community College
March 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023
Worked with cast and crew to deliver high-quality theatre experiences; set and organize props, assist actors with microphone troubleshooting, and maintain a clean, functional stage. Shows include 'Something Rotten' and 'SpongeBob the Musical'.
Audiovisual Technician (Freelance) at Road Dog Show Pros
January 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023
Handles set and strike, loading/unloading trucks, troubleshooting on-site, and proper equipment maintenance; inventory management and warehouse organization; served clients including Grant Cardone and Aspire.

Education

Associate's degree at Chandler-Gilbert Community College
August 1, 2021 - May 1, 2022
Bachelor's degree in Film and Television at University of Arizona
August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2020
High School Diploma at Perry High School
July 1, 2014 - May 1, 2018

Qualifications

Forklift Certification
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026
Scissor Lift Certification
January 11, 2030 - July 3, 2026
GrandMA3 / rigging certification
January 11, 2030 - July 3, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Other

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