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I'm Gianfranco Cardarelli, a technical production and event manager with over 20 years of hands-on experience in live entertainment, theatre production, cruise ships, festivals, and resort venues. I thrive in high-pressure environments where creative vision must be translated into safe, reliable technical execution across audio, lighting, projection, and show control systems. I mix strong leadership with deep technical know-how to guide cross-department teams, design and run complex shows, and ensure guest experiences are immersive and seamless. My background spans stage management, FOH mixing, and operations logistics from theatres to ocean-going productions.…I'm Gianfranco Cardarelli, a technical production and event manager with over 20 years of hands-on experience in live entertainment, theatre production, cruise ships, festivals, and resort venues. I thrive in high-pressure environments where creative vision must be translated into safe, reliable technical execution across audio, lighting, projection, and show control systems. I mix strong leadership with deep technical know-how to guide cross-department teams, design and run complex shows, and ensure guest experiences are immersive and seamless. My background spans stage management, FOH mixing, and operations logistics from theatres to ocean-going productions.

Gianfranco Cardarelli

Audio Engineer, Audio Mixer, Production Manager, +6

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I'm Gianfranco Cardarelli, a technical production and event manager with over 20 years of hands-on experience in live entertainment, theatre production, cruise ships, festivals, and resort venues. I thrive in high-pressure environments where creative vision must be translated into safe, reliable technical execution across audio, lighting, projection, and show control systems. I mix strong leadership with deep technical know-how to guide cross-department teams, design and run complex shows, and ensure guest experiences are immersive and seamless. My background spans stage management, FOH mixing, and operations logistics from theatres to ocean-going productions.…I'm Gianfranco Cardarelli, a technical production and event manager with over 20 years of hands-on experience in live entertainment, theatre production, cruise ships, festivals, and resort venues. I thrive in high-pressure environments where creative vision must be translated into safe, reliable technical execution across audio, lighting, projection, and show control systems. I mix strong leadership with deep technical know-how to guide cross-department teams, design and run complex shows, and ensure guest experiences are immersive and seamless. My background spans stage management, FOH mixing, and operations logistics from theatres to ocean-going productions.

Available to hire

I’m Gianfranco Cardarelli, a technical production and event manager with over 20 years of hands-on experience in live entertainment, theatre production, cruise ships, festivals, and resort venues. I thrive in high-pressure environments where creative vision must be translated into safe, reliable technical execution across audio, lighting, projection, and show control systems.

I mix strong leadership with deep technical know-how to guide cross-department teams, design and run complex shows, and ensure guest experiences are immersive and seamless. My background spans stage management, FOH mixing, and operations logistics from theatres to ocean-going productions.

Skills

Set Design

Experience Level

Set Design

Expert

Language

Italian

Fluent

English

Fluent

Spanish; Castilian

Fluent

Work Experience

Stage Manager at Silversea Cruises

January 1, 2023 - Present

Stage management and technical supervision of theatre productions and guest entertainment aboard Silversea ships. Operated Yamaha digital consoles, ETC Ion lighting systems, Logic Pro and QLab; coordinated with production teams and on-board IT/network infrastructure to ensure safe and seamless performances.

Senior Audio Technician at MSC Cruises

January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023

FOH audio mixing and system management for production shows. Operated Yamaha digital consoles and QLab; supported live productions across venues with focus on sound quality and reliability.

Senior Technician at Marella Cruises (TED AV)

January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023

Audio operations and technical support for theatre shows using Soundcraft digital consoles and QLab; troubleshooting and maintaining audio networks and system integrity.

Freelance Audio Engineer / Event Technician at Canary Islands

January 1, 2022 - Present

Technical services for resorts, theatres and live events including PA design, system setup and show support.

Production Manager at Cunard / White Star Line

January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2022

Full management of Royal Court Theatre operations including team leadership, scheduling, logistics, safety compliance and technical coordination.

Freelance Production Manager / Audio Engineer at Canary Islands

January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2018

Technical management and sound engineering for concerts, festivals and live events in the Canary Islands.

Audio & Production Manager at Princess Cruises

January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2014

Management of audio operations and production support for theatre shows and guest entertainment.

Audio Technician / Stage Manager at MSC Cruises

January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2006

Promoted from Audio Technician to Stage Manager supervising entertainment venues and technical teams.

Freelance Audio Engineer / Event Technician at Canary Islands (Freelance)

January 1, 2022 - Present

Technical services for resorts, theatres and live events including PA design, system setup and show support.

Freelance Production Manager / Audio Engineer at Canary Islands (Freelance)

January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018

Technical management and sound engineering for concerts, festivals and live events in the Canary Islands.