Available to hire
Hi there, I’m Taylor Ford. I’m an event operations professional based in Los Angeles with extensive experience coordinating complex productions for performing arts venues, universities, and hospitality settings. I excel in turning concepts into executable plans, balancing client needs with safety, regulatory requirements, and on-site logistics to deliver smooth, memorable events.
I bring a collaborative mindset, strong organizational skills, and hands-on proficiency with scheduling tools, CAD/vector design software, and the Adobe Creative Suite to support design, staging, and post-event analysis while staying within budgets and timelines.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
French
Intermediate
Work Experience
Event Operations Coordinator at The Music Center
November 1, 2023 - October 11, 2025Oversee the operational aspects of special events from inception to execution; coordinate staffing from internal and external departments; maintain clear communication with clients; ensure regulatory compliance including LA Fire Department clearance; inspect venues; assist in complex production scheduling and installations; collaborate with clients, resident companies, and vendors; use VenueOps and Adobe Suite for scheduling and design; draft department guidelines and post-event reports; manage budget estimates.
Server at Olive Garden
July 1, 2022 - October 11, 2025Memorize menu and wine pairings; upsell menu items; greet guests, build relationships, and provide attentive service; manage orders via POS; serve drinks; maintain cleanliness of dining spaces; assist with payments and host duties as needed.
Front of House Staff at UCLA Center for the Art of Performance
October 1, 2023 - October 11, 2025Escort patrons to seats and lounge areas; monitor lobby for patron safety and comfort; validate tickets; supervise auditorium; manage coat check; provide event information; substitute for assistant house manager as needed.
Assistant Event Coordinator, 16th AVC Classified Union Craft Fair at Classified Union of Antelope Valley College
November 1, 2019 - October 11, 2025Coordinate social media promotion; assist with space planning and vendor layout; advocate for disabled vendors’ accommodations; network with local crafters; assist vendors with setup and sign-in; provide on-site technical support for merchant apps; manage space rentals and ensure handcrafted merchandise standards; liaise with lead coordinator for emergencies and post-event debriefs.
Makeup Assistant at Milken Community Schools
March 1, 2018 - October 11, 2025Design and apply character makeup; coordinate with costume designer; prepare and maintain makeup and supplies; inventory management; liaise with costume and production teams for notes; manage invoicing as needed.
Set Tutor at Azusa Pacific University
February 1, 2018 - October 11, 2025Ensure safety on set for child actor; provide academic instruction; enforce child labor laws on set and assist with school assignments.
Makeup Crew at California State University, Northridge
May 1, 2017 - October 11, 2025Assist performers with makeup application and maintenance between acts; inventory and upkeep; liaise with stage manager; relay notes to makeup team.
Phone-banking Volunteer for Proposition 55 at Antelope Valley College
October 1, 2016 - October 11, 2025Contact potential supporters, describe proposition, leave informative messages, manage contact list and call activity; coordinate with campaign staff as needed.
Assistant Caregiver at Pamela Duhon
November 1, 2015 - October 11, 2025Provided companionship; housekeeping and light/deep cleaning; meal preparation; assisted with healthcare coordination, doctor appointments, and medication management; trained backup staff; reconciled invoices.
Set Construction Crew Member at AVC Performing Arts Theatre
May 1, 2014 - October 11, 2025Participated in building and disassembling sets for theatrical productions; coordinated large-scale construction with task delegation and contingency planning; inventory management of tools and supplies.
Event Operations Coordinator at The Music Center
November 1, 2023 - October 11, 2025Oversaw operational aspects of special events from inception to execution; coordinated staffing across internal/external departments; maintained clear communication with clients via routine itineraries and updates; provided high-level service to resident companies; ensured regulatory compliance including obtaining Los Angeles Fire Department clearance for public events; conducted pre-event inspections for occupancy and safe setup/breakdown; assisted in coordinating complex prep (vehicle installations, stage builds, permits, branding installations); collaborated on event design with clients, resident companies, and vendors to balance wishes with operational requirements; proficient in VenueOps/Momentus for scheduling and file distribution; drafted internal manuals and post-event reports; estimated costs and revised budgets; managed complex production timelines across campus with attention to union workers’ conditions; substituted for team members as needed.
Server at Olive Garden
July 1, 2022 - October 11, 2025Greeted guests, recommended menu options and wine pairings, upsold upgrades, built relationships with returning guests; managed orders via POS, served and refilled drinks; restedocked and maintained dining spaces; assisted with host duties and To-Go operations; supported other staff as needed; maintained cleanliness and polish of facilities.
Front of House Staff at UCLA Center for the Art of Performance
October 1, 2023 - October 11, 2025Escorted patrons to seats, monitored lobby areas, validated tickets, and supervised auditorium safety; assisted patrons with event information and concessions; managed Coat Check and substituted for the assistant house manager as needed.
Assistant Event Coordinator, 16th Annual AVC Classified Union Craft Fair at Classified Union of Antelope Valley College
November 1, 2019 - October 11, 2025Managed social media promotion, prepared vendor spaces, supported disabled vendors by redesigning layouts, networked with local crafters, assisted on-site vendor setup, sign-in, and payment collection; provided on-site technical support (e.g., internet access for merchant apps); sold vacant spaces; monitored event safety and vendor/customer experience; ensured only handcrafted merchandise; communicated with lead event coordinator for emergencies and post-event debriefs.
Makeup Assistant at Milken Community Schools
March 1, 2018 - October 11, 2025Designed character makeup, collaborated with costume designer for cohesive theme, prepared and applied makeup and special effects; maintained workspace cleanliness and inventory; liaised with costume department for notes.
Set Tutor at Azusa Pacific University
February 1, 2018 - October 11, 2025Ensured safety on set for child actor; provided academic instruction; ensured compliance with child labor laws; assisted with schoolwork and assignments.
Makeup Crew at California State University, Northridge
May 1, 2017 - October 11, 2025Assisted performers with makeup application and maintenance; inventory and organization of makeup supplies; repaired and cleaned equipment; relayed notes to makeup team; collaborated with stage management.
Phone-banking Volunteer for Proposition 55 at Taylor Ford Antelope Valley College
October 1, 2016 - October 11, 2025Called potential supporters, described proposition impact, left messages, updated contact lists, tracked outreach progress.
Assistant Caregiver at Pamela Duhon
November 1, 2015 - October 11, 2025Provided companionship; housekeeping and meal preparation; assisted with healthcare coordination, doctor appointments, medication management, and backup staff; reconciled invoices and financial records.
Set Construction Crew Member at AVC Performing Arts Theatre
May 1, 2014 - October 11, 2025Participated in building and disassembling theatrical sets; coordinated large-scale construction tasks; managed inventory of supplies and tools.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts at California State University, Northridge
January 11, 2030 - October 11, 2025Associate of Arts, Liberal Arts: Arts and Humanities at Antelope Valley College
January 11, 2030 - October 11, 2025Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts at California State University, Northridge
January 11, 2030 - October 11, 2025Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts: Arts and Humanities at Antelope Valley College
January 11, 2030 - October 11, 2025Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Healthcare, Other
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Hire a Stagehand
We have the best stagehand experts on Twine. Hire a stagehand in Los Angeles today.