I'm an organized, detail-oriented Audio Engineer and AV professional with 7+ years of experience delivering reliable audio, video, and lighting services for conferences, talks, performances, and exhibitions. I enjoy solving problems and optimizing workflows in collaborative, fast-paced environments. I have experience as an editor, producer, and project manager for audio works including The Mighty Pen Podcast and a background in multidisciplinary Audio-Visual artwork and a degree in Sculpture + Extended Media from the nation's #1 sculpture program. Based in St. Louis, I support the Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis, Ironman Sound Industries, and the Virginia War Memorial Foundation, among others.

Ennis Kristiansen

I'm an organized, detail-oriented Audio Engineer and AV professional with 7+ years of experience delivering reliable audio, video, and lighting services for conferences, talks, performances, and exhibitions. I enjoy solving problems and optimizing workflows in collaborative, fast-paced environments. I have experience as an editor, producer, and project manager for audio works including The Mighty Pen Podcast and a background in multidisciplinary Audio-Visual artwork and a degree in Sculpture + Extended Media from the nation's #1 sculpture program. Based in St. Louis, I support the Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis, Ironman Sound Industries, and the Virginia War Memorial Foundation, among others.

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I’m an organized, detail-oriented Audio Engineer and AV professional with 7+ years of experience delivering reliable audio, video, and lighting services for conferences, talks, performances, and exhibitions. I enjoy solving problems and optimizing workflows in collaborative, fast-paced environments. I have experience as an editor, producer, and project manager for audio works including The Mighty Pen Podcast and a background in multidisciplinary Audio-Visual artwork and a degree in Sculpture + Extended Media from the nation’s #1 sculpture program.

Based in St. Louis, I support the Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis, Ironman Sound Industries, and the Virginia War Memorial Foundation, among others.

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Work Experience

Preparator at Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis
January 1, 2026 - Present
Responsible for exhibition installation and art handling, including painting, vinyl, and casework, independently and as part of a team. Assisted in lighting and other audiovisual projects.
Audio Visual Events Technician at Ironman Sound Industries
January 1, 2025 - Present
Set up, operated, and broke down audio, video, and lighting equipment for live programs in diverse venues. Provided audiovisual services to external clients for meetings, talks, presentations, conferences, and concerts. Maintained knowledge of equipment including multiple consoles and boards.
Seasonal Preparator at Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum
January 1, 2025 - Present
Acted as Preparator and Art Handler for exhibitions and permanent collection shows. Assisted in the care, movement, framing, and install of more than 120 paintings, photos, sculptures, and fiber works. Worked directly with artists, managers, craftsmen, and contractors to ensure safe, timely, on-budget project completion.
Audio Visual Production Assistant at Virginia War Memorial Foundation
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Operated audio and video equipment to facilitate hybrid board meetings. Researched and created a framework to expand future AV capabilities using the organization’s existing equipment. Audited resources and produced documentation to facilitate efficient use. Tested, calibrated, and diagnosed problems in AV systems, prepared schematics.
Producer and Editor at Virginia War Memorial Foundation
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Produced and edited over 200 interviews and audiobook segments. Edited and cleaned up interviews and talent-voiced audio spots; recorded, edited, and mastered musical compositions. Managed end-to-end editorial process, developed workflow, and oversaw a 50-episode series. Served as voice talent and interviewer in select episodes. Maintained QA guidelines and databases for projects.
Editorial Assistant, Instructional Assistant at Virginia War Memorial Foundation
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2025
Provided detailed feedback on student work; edited for tone, structure, grammar, syntax. Supported annual physical releases and online Anthology & Archive with 10,000+ downloads from 30+ countries. Served as admin support and remote student liaison.
Contractor at The Pedestal Fund
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Implemented new CRM software for an education nonprofit. Wrote acknowledgement letters and outreach materials, programmed donor mailings and records templates. Integrated payment processing with existing website and created training materials. Produced, shot, and edited promotional video.
Plasma Table Machine Operator at PHT Investments LLC
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Led product development and fabricated steel home furnishings using CNC plasma table and Fusion360; prepped and surface finished. Directed material acquisitions. Performed inventory control, resource management, and reporting. Primary point of contact for outside contractors.
Stage Manager, Director, Assistant Stage Manager at Virginia Repertory Theater
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Organized and maintained communications and master schedule; ran rehearsals, especially Technical, and acted as primary point of contact for a large team of actors and technicians. Maintained database of technical priorities. Directed and operated production lighting and sound. Trained replacements on short notice.

Education

BFA in Sculpture + Extended Media at Virginia Commonwealth University
January 11, 2030 - May 19, 2026

Qualifications

Dante (Level 1 Certified)
January 11, 2030 - May 19, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Other