With over 50 years of experience designing and managing bespoke events, scenic and structural installations for entertainment and corporate clients, I lead teams to deliver innovative, on-budget projects on time and to code-compliant standards. My approach blends advanced technology with traditional theatre craft, and I excel at turning client briefs into clear, buildable concepts, coordinating between workshops, vendors, and production teams to ensure seamless onsite execution. I thrive in collaborative environments, mentoring designers and shaping everything from concept through fabrication to final installation. I have worked domestically and internationally, across live shows, film and festival settings, ensuring safety, quality, and highly distinctive design solutions.…

Jeremy Thom

PRO

With over 50 years of experience designing and managing bespoke events, scenic and structural installations for entertainment and corporate clients, I lead teams to deliver innovative, on-budget projects on time and to code-compliant standards. My approach blends advanced technology with traditional theatre craft, and I excel at turning client briefs into clear, buildable concepts, coordinating between workshops, vendors, and production teams to ensure seamless onsite execution. I thrive in collaborative environments, mentoring designers and shaping everything from concept through fabrication to final installation. I have worked domestically and internationally, across live shows, film and festival settings, ensuring safety, quality, and highly distinctive design solutions.…

Available to hire

With over 50 years of experience designing and managing bespoke events, scenic and structural installations for entertainment and corporate clients, I lead teams to deliver innovative, on-budget projects on time and to code-compliant standards. My approach blends advanced technology with traditional theatre craft, and I excel at turning client briefs into clear, buildable concepts, coordinating between workshops, vendors, and production teams to ensure seamless onsite execution.

I thrive in collaborative environments, mentoring designers and shaping everything from concept through fabrication to final installation. I have worked domestically and internationally, across live shows, film and festival settings, ensuring safety, quality, and highly distinctive design solutions.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Production Designer at Jeremy Thom Designs
May 1, 2016 - Present
Sole proprietor providing production design for bespoke scenic and structural projects for entertainment and corporate clients; emphasis on design project management and coordinating workshop/vendor interfaces and on-site integration of multi-vendor elements.
Production Designer at Atomic Design
May 1, 2016 - September 25, 2025
Production Designer in Atomic’s New York office leading creative and practical event projects from concept through final execution; product development and prototyping for CNC-backed backdrops; mentoring of younger designers; liaison with in-house production and budget teams in NY and Lititz.
Production Designer at Jeremy Thom Designs
January 1, 2015 - September 25, 2025
Provided client services and consultancy to guide clients through one-off and custom event production and design; ensured targets met or exceeded through design and production processes.
Production Designer & Production Manager at Jeremy Thom Productions
January 1, 2013 - September 25, 2025
Ran full-service design company offering creative, production and management services from concept through onsite construction oversight; delivered innovative designs and resolved issues with advanced technology and theatre craft; notable projects included major events for Nike, Vanity Fair, Doha Film Festival, and Do-ha Film Festival structures.
Scenic & Stage Designer at Above Average Productions
January 1, 1987 - September 25, 2025
Ran a full-service design company specializing in high-tech touring stage sets, complex industrial and trade show design and consultation, working with high-profile clients in the UK.
Scenic & Stage Designer - Partner at Plumbline Designs Ltd.
January 1, 1986 - September 25, 2025
Partner & Creative Director developing touring stage technologies; produced 20–30 tours/events per year over six years.
Scenic & Stage Designer at S2 Ltd.
January 1, 1980 - September 25, 2025
Design/installation of stage sets, scenery and structures for tours, music shows & festivals worldwide.
Stage & Structural Designer at Revelation Staging Ltd.
January 1, 1977 - September 25, 2025
Lead designer/engineer of tensile and pneumatic outdoor touring and festival stages for the music business; notable work for the Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, Queen and Roskilde Festival.
Lighting Designer at ESP Lighting Ltd.
January 1, 1975 - September 25, 2025
Lighting designer and touring technician for bands and festivals; involved in major events such as Reading Festival, Knebworth, Glastonbury.
Production Designer & Production Manager at Jeremy Thom Productions (Scarsdale & New York City)
December 31, 2013 - September 25, 2025
RAN full-service design company offering creative, production and management services from concept through onsite construction. Oversaw end-to-end design, budgeting, scheduling, site safety, and coordination among workshops and vendors; delivered complex scenic and structural projects on time and on budget. Notable assignments included the 9/11 memorials in 2002 at Ground Zero & Battery Park, Nike Broadway Bowl, Vanity Fair Oscars Parties, and the Doha Film Festival (2010–2011).
Scenic & Stage Designer at Above Average Productions
December 31, 1987 - September 25, 2025
Scenic and stage design for touring shows and events, leading creative development and integration of technical production elements.
Scenic & Stage Designer - Partner at Plumbline Designs Ltd.
December 31, 1986 - September 25, 2025
Co-founded and served as partner; design and construction of touring stage sets and environmental installations for entertainment and industrial theatre.
Scenic & Stage Designer at S2 Ltd.
December 31, 1980 - September 25, 2025
Design/installation of stage sets, scenery and structures for tours, music shows and festivals worldwide.
Stage & Structural Designer – Partner at Revelation Staging Ltd.
December 31, 1977 - September 25, 2025
Lead designer/engineer of tensile and pneumatic outdoor touring and festival stages for the music business; collaborated with major acts and festivals including The Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, Queen, and Roskilde Festival.
Lighting Designer at ESP Lighting Ltd.
December 31, 1975 - September 25, 2025
Lighting design and touring technician for bands and festivals; contributed to major concerts and festivals.
Production Designer – Sole Proprietor at Jeremy Thom Designs
January 31, 2015 - September 25, 2025
Co-founded and led a creative design and production consultancy; expanded focus on interface between workshops and vendors, and efficient construction planning.
Production Designer at Atomic Design
May 1, 2016 - September 25, 2025
Production designer in the New York office, leading creative and practical event projects from concept through final execution, plus product development and prototyping for rental inventory of CNC’ed hard backdrops & scenic elements.
Production Designer – Sole Proprietor at Jeremy Thom Designs
May 1, 2016 - Present
Continued independent design and production management for diverse events and projects; interfaced with clients, workshops and vendors to meet briefs within budget and schedule.
Production Designer & Production Manager at Jeremy Thom Productions
January 1, 2013 - September 25, 2025
Ran a full-service design company offering creative, production and management services from initial concept through onsite construction oversight; emphasized innovative and distinctive designs and resolving production issues with creative solutions.
Production Designer at Jeremy Thom Designs
January 1, 2015 - September 25, 2025
Produced design concepts and managed client-facing production for bespoke events; emphasized client services and consultancy to guide projects from concept to completion.
Production Designer at Atomic Design
May 1, 2016 - September 25, 2025
Led creative and practical event projects from concept through final execution; developed and prototyped CNC-backed backdrops and scenic elements; mentored junior designers and collaborated with budget teams.
Production Designer at Jeremy Thom Designs
May 1, 2016 - Present
Production design for varied events; interfaced between workshops and vendors; developed efficient construction plans and ensured correct onsite interfaces between scenic and structural objects from multiple vendors.
Scenic & Stage Designer – Sole Proprietor at Above Average Productions
January 1, 1987 - September 25, 2025
Scenic and stage design for high-tech touring stage sets and complex industrial/trade show design and consultation.
Scenic & Stage Designer - Partner at Plumbline Designs Ltd.
January 1, 1986 - September 25, 2025
Partnership focusing on development of touring rock’n’roll stage sets with lightweight engineering and production efficiencies.
Scenic & Stage Designer at S2 Ltd.
January 1, 1980 - September 25, 2025
Design/installation of stage sets, scenery and structures for tours and music festivals worldwide.
Stage & Structural Designer – Partner at Revelation Staging Ltd.
January 1, 1977 - September 25, 2025
Lead designer/engineer of tensile and pneumatic outdoor touring and festival stages for the music business; site design and production management.
Lighting Designer at ESP Lighting Ltd.
January 1, 1975 - September 25, 2025
Lighting designer and touring technician for bands and music festivals; worked on major TV specials and tours.
Production Designer – Sole Proprietor at Jeremy Thom Designs
May 1, 2016 - Present
Lead designer for custom scenic and structural projects for entertainment and corporate clients; interface between workshops and vendors; design project management; ensure onsite interface between objects from different vendors; budget and scheduling oversight; adherence to safety and codes.
Production Designer at Atomic Design
May 1, 2016 - September 29, 2025
Production Designer in Atomic’s New York office leading creative and practical event projects from concept through final execution, plus product development and prototyping for CNC-backed backdrops; mentoring of younger designers; consultation with in-house production and budget teams in NY and Lititz offices.
Production Designer – Sole Proprietor at Jeremy Thom Designs
January 1, 2015 - September 29, 2025
Client Services and Consultancy to listen to, advise, and guide clients through the process of one-off and custom event production and design, ensuring client targets are met or exceeded by the design and production process.
Production Designer & Production Manager – Sole Proprietor at Jeremy Thom Productions
January 1, 2013 - September 29, 2025
Ran full-service design company offering creative, production and management services from initial concept through onsite construction oversight; emphasizes innovative and distinctive designs and creative problem solving, blending advanced technology with theatre craft.
Scenic & Stage Designer – Sole Proprietor at Above Average Productions
January 1, 1987 - September 29, 2025
Ran a design company specializing in high-tech touring stage sets, complex industrial and trade show design and consultation for marquee clients.
Scenic & Stage Designer – Partner at Plumbline Designs Ltd.
January 1, 1986 - September 29, 2025
Partner & Creative Director of a $3.5 million P/A partnership, pioneering development of touring rock-n-roll stage design technologies, producing 20-30 tours per year.
Scenic & Stage Designer at S2 Ltd.
January 1, 1980 - September 29, 2025
Design/installation of stage sets, scenery and structures for tours, music shows & festivals worldwide.
Stage & Structural Designer – Partner at Revelation Staging Ltd.
January 1, 1977 - September 29, 2025
Lead designer/engineer of tensile and pneumatic outdoor touring and festival stages for the music business; The Rolling Stones European Tour, Paul McCartney Piazza San Marco, Queen Hyde Park, Roskilde Festival.
Lighting Designer at ESP Lighting Ltd.
January 1, 1975 - September 29, 2025
Lighting designer and touring technician for bands (Genesis, Osmond Brothers, Black Sabbath, Deep Purple, America) and major festivals (Reading Festival, Knebworth, Glastonbury).
Apprentice Lighting Designer at Covent Garden Opera House
January 1, 1973 - September 29, 2025
Apprentice lighting designer for ballet and opera shows.
Apprentice Lighting Designer at Theatre Projects Lighting Ltd.
January 1, 1973 - September 29, 2025
Apprentice lighting designer.
Lighting Designer at ESP Lighting Ltd.
January 1, 1975 - September 29, 2025
Lighting design for touring bands and festivals; contributed to live show setups and technical requirements across multiple productions.
Stage & Structural Designer – Partner at Revelation Staging Ltd.
January 1, 1977 - September 29, 2025
Lead designer/engineer of tensile and pneumatic outdoor touring and festival stages; oversaw major production elements including Rolling Stones 1975 European tour.
Scenic & Stage Designer at S2 Ltd.
January 1, 1980 - September 29, 2025
Design/installation of stage sets, scenery and structures for tours, music shows and festivals worldwide.
Scenic & Stage Designer - Partner at Plumbline Designs Ltd.
January 1, 1986 - September 29, 2025
Co-founded design partnership; developed touring stage techniques and production efficiencies, delivering 20–30 tours/events per year across London and Los Angeles.
Scenic & Stage Designer – Sole Proprietor at Above Average Productions
January 1, 1987 - September 29, 2025
High-tech touring stage sets, complex industrial and trade show design; led innovative projects for major clients.
Production Designer & Production Manager – Sole Proprietor at Jerem y Thom Productions
January 1, 2013 - September 29, 2025
Ran a full-service design company delivering concept to onsite construction oversight for a diverse client base; emphasizes innovative design, issue resolution, and integration of advanced technology with theatre craft.
Production Designer – Sole Proprietor at Jerem y Thom Designs
January 1, 2015 - September 29, 2025
Continued leadership in design and production for Scarsdale and NYC projects; emphasis on client consultancy and ensuring targets are met through design and production processes.
Production Designer at Atomic Design
May 1, 2016 - September 29, 2025
Production Designer in Atomic’s New York office leading creative and practical event projects from concept through final execution; involved in product development and prototyping for rental backdrops and catalog items.
Production Designer – Sole Proprietor at Jeremy Thom Designs
May 1, 2016 - Present
Led design and production management for ongoing projects; interface between workshops and vendors to optimize construction plans and onsite interfaces.
Production Designer – Sole Proprietor at Jeremy Thom Designs
May 1, 2016 - Present
Lead design and production management interface between workshops and vendors; develop efficient logistical construction plans; ensure correct onsite interface between scenic & structural objects from multiple vendors; oversee projects from concept through onsite construction.
Production Designer at Atomic Design
May 1, 2016 - October 3, 2025
Production Designer in Atomic’s New York office leading creative and practical event projects from concept through final execution; product development and prototyping for rental inventory; mentoring younger designers; consulting with in-house production and budget teams.
Production Designer – Sole Proprietor at Jeremy Thom Designs
January 1, 2015 - October 3, 2025
Client services and consultancy to listen, advise, and guide clients through the process of one-off & custom event production and design, ensuring targets are met or exceeded.
Production Designer & Production Manager – Sole Proprietor at Jeremy Thom Productions
December 31, 2013 - October 3, 2025
Ran full-service design company offering creative, production and management services from concept through onsite construction oversight; delivered innovative and production-ready designs across diverse events.
Scenic & Stage Designer – Sole Proprietor at Above Average Productions
December 31, 1987 - October 3, 2025
High-tech touring stage sets, complex industrial and trade show design and consultation for high-profile events.
Scenic & Stage Designer – Partner at Plumbline Designs Ltd.
December 31, 1986 - October 3, 2025
Co-founded a design and production partnership delivering touring stage sets with development and construction efficiencies for multiple tours per year.
Scenic & Stage Designer at S2 Ltd.
December 31, 1980 - October 3, 2025
Design/installation of stage sets and structures for tours, music shows & festivals worldwide.
Stage & Structural Designer – Partner at Revelation Staging Ltd.
December 31, 1977 - October 3, 2025
Lead designer/engineer of tensile and pneumatic outdoor touring and festival stages for the music business; worked on major tours and festivals.
Lighting Designer at ESP Lighting Ltd.
December 31, 1975 - October 3, 2025
Lighting design and touring technician for bands and major festivals.

Education

GSE at Haileybury & Imperial Service College, UK
January 1, 1968 - January 1, 1972
Apprentice lighting designer at Theatre Projects Lighting Ltd., London
January 1, 1972 - January 1, 1973
Correspondence course in Tensile Structures & Pneumatic Engineering (incomplete) at Institute for Lightweight Structures, University of Stuttgart, Germany
January 1, 1972 - January 1, 1973
Apprentice lighting designer at Covent Garden Opera House, London
January 1, 1973 - January 1, 1973
GSE at Haileybury & Imperial Service College, UK
January 1, 1968 - December 31, 1972
Apprentice Lighting Designer at Theatre Projects Lighting Ltd., London
January 1, 1972 - December 31, 1973
Correspondence course in Tensile Structures & Pneumatic Engineering at Institute for Lightweight Structures, University of Stuttgart, Germany
January 1, 1972 - December 31, 1973
Apprentice Lighting Designer at Covent Garden Opera House, London
January 1, 1973 - December 31, 1973
GSE Ordinary Level & Advanced Level at Haileybury & Imperial Service College, UK
January 1, 1968 - January 1, 1972
Apprentice lighting designer at Theatre Projects Lighting Ltd., London
January 1, 1972 - January 1, 1973
Correspondence course in Tensile Structures & Pneumatic Engineering at Institute for Lightweight Structures, University of Stuttgart, Germany
January 1, 1972 - January 1, 1973
Apprentice lighting designer at Covent Garden Opera House, London
January 1, 1973 - January 1, 1973
General Certificate of Secondary Education (GSE) at Haileybury & Imperial Service College, UK
January 1, 1968 - January 1, 1972
Apprentice Lighting Designer at Theatre Projects Lighting Ltd., London
January 1, 1972 - January 1, 1973
Correspondence course in Tensile Structures & Pneumatic Engineering at Institute for Lightweight Structures, University of Stuttgart, Germany
January 1, 1972 - January 1, 1973
Apprentice Lighting Designer at Covent Garden Opera House, London
January 1, 1973 - January 1, 1973
GSE (General Secondary Education) at Haileybury & Imperial Service College
January 1, 1968 - January 1, 1972
Apprentice Lighting Designer at Theatre Projects Lighting Ltd. – London
January 1, 1972 - January 1, 1973
Apprentice Lighting Designer at Covent Garden Opera House – London
January 1, 1973 - January 1, 1973
Correspondence course in Tensile Structures & Pneumatic Engineering at Institute for Lightweight Structures, University of Stuttgart, Germany
January 1, 1972 - January 1, 1973
GSE at Haileybury & Imperial Service College, UK
January 1, 1968 - January 1, 1972
Apprentice lighting designer at Theatre Projects Lighting Ltd., London
January 1, 1972 - January 1, 1973
Tensile Structures & Pneumatic Engineering (course, not completed) at Institute for Lightweight Structures, University of Stuttgart, Germany
January 1, 1972 - January 1, 1973
Apprentice lighting designer at Covent Garden Opera House, London
January 1, 1973 - January 1, 1973

Qualifications

Apprentice Lighting Designer
January 1, 1972 - December 31, 1973
Correspondence course in Tensile Structures & Pneumatic Engineering
January 1, 1972 - December 31, 1973
Apprentice Lighting Designer
January 1, 1973 - December 31, 1973
GSE (General School Education)
January 1, 1968 - January 1, 1972
Apprentice Lighting Designer
January 1, 1973 - January 1, 1973
Tensile Structures & Pneumatic Engineering (course, not completed)
January 1, 1972 - January 1, 1973
Apprentice Lighting Designer
January 1, 1973 - January 1, 1973

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Other, Real Estate & Construction, Manufacturing