Ken Cummings

Work Experience

Freelance AV Technician / Project Manager at Collaborative Media Solutions
July 1, 2017 - Present
Producing live, hybrid and virtual events (general sessions, meeting rooms, exhibit booths, specialty exhibit booths & training sessions); attending site visits; business development activities.
In-House Production Manager at Freeman
November 1, 2001 - June 1, 2020
Managed teams of IATSE and IBEW colleagues across the country, ensuring successful installation, execution and dismantle of events while regularly exceeding clients’ expectations. Provided recommendations based on budget parameters for the most impactful execution of the client’s vision(s). Oversaw project timelines; set and managed goals for the full length of the show cycle. Collaborated with internal and external customers and provided high level customer service. Reviewed profitability and execution while adhering to SOPs and target job costs.
Show Services Manager at Freeman
November 1, 2001 - June 1, 2020
Production support and show services coordination, aligning labor and resources to deliver on-site success for complex programs.
Labor Coordinator at Freeman
November 1, 2001 - June 1, 2020
Coordinated labor resources and logistics for large-scale events, ensuring safety and efficiency in on-site operations.
AV Technician at Freeman
November 1, 2001 - June 1, 2020
Provided on-site technical support for audio-visual systems and event operations.
Production Manager at Freeman
November 1, 2001 - June 1, 2020
All-encompassing event tech and production for general sessions and other productions within a multinational experiential marketing company; led pre-planning through onsite execution for brand experiences in corporate events and trade shows.

Education

Master of Public Administration at Illinois Institute of Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026
Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communications at Clark Atlanta University
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026
Master of Public Administration at Illinois Institute of Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026
Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communications at Clark Atlanta University
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026

Qualifications

OSHA-30
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026
OSHA - 30
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality