I am an organised and adaptable technician with over fifteen years of experience in university and cruise ship settings. I have supported students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and I enjoy collaborating with colleagues to plan and deliver engaging live events and music-related projects.

Alan Young

I am an organised and adaptable technician with over fifteen years of experience in university and cruise ship settings. I have supported students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and I enjoy collaborating with colleagues to plan and deliver engaging live events and music-related projects.

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I am an organised and adaptable technician with over fifteen years of experience in university and cruise ship settings.

I have supported students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and I enjoy collaborating with colleagues to plan and deliver engaging live events and music-related projects.

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Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Production Manager at Princess Cruises
July 1, 2022 - Present
Oversee the running of all events in Princess Live, The Piazza, Crooners Bar, 360 and Take 5; manage Princess Live TV Studio including directing recording of game shows and enrichment presentations; conduct regular safety inspections of venues; run audio, video and lighting for events; manage daily team schedules; deliver training to new joiners and update staff on developments.
Assistant Production Manager - Audio at Princess Cruises
November 1, 2018 - July 1, 2022
Setup and strike stage configurations for band performances and musical theatre-style production shows; run audio for all shows; oversee setup, soundchecks and start of performances in outdoor venues; train stage crew and Production Assistants in all aspects of audio work.
Casual Technician at ASM Global - Bonus Arena Hull
September 1, 2019 - July 1, 2022
Build and takedown stages for performances; fly and strike trusses for lighting and flown line array PA systems; operate sound equipment for clients requiring sound reinforcement.
Computer Laboratory Officer at University of Hull, Scarborough and Hull
April 1, 2003 - November 1, 2018
Configure, install and maintain the University's music studio provisions across two campuses; support academic staff and guest lecturers with delivery of music technology and performance modules; design, deliver and assess undergraduate Live Sound module; record, mix and produce projects for guests to the University; set up and run sound, lighting and staging for performances; design and implement an equipment hire centre and online room booking system; consulted on multi-million pound build and installation of new recording and rehearsal facilities and a concert hall refurbishment.

Education

BA Hons. Creative Music Technology 2:1 at University of Hull
September 1, 1999 - June 1, 2002
Diploma Sound Engineering at School of Sound Recording
September 1, 1995 - March 1, 1996
Avid Certification Pro Tools Accreditation (Music Pathway); HD Certified Operator at School of Sound Recording
November 1, 2010 - March 1, 2013

Qualifications

D&B Technologies d&b Software and system fundamentals workshop
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2026
Electroacoustics seminar
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2026
Shure Microphones Wireless Mastered
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2026

Industry Experience

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