Customer-focused professional in Toronto with extensive experience supporting clients, coordinating projects, and running operations in fast-paced environments. Known for clear communication, strong organization, and calm problem-solving with high-volume guest-facing responsibilities. Experienced across event logistics, hospitality, and set/venue build work, collaborating with designers, production teams, trades, and management to meet tight deadlines. Fluent in English and Spanish, with a background in scheduling, budgeting support, and team leadership.

David Rios

Customer-focused professional in Toronto with extensive experience supporting clients, coordinating projects, and running operations in fast-paced environments. Known for clear communication, strong organization, and calm problem-solving with high-volume guest-facing responsibilities. Experienced across event logistics, hospitality, and set/venue build work, collaborating with designers, production teams, trades, and management to meet tight deadlines. Fluent in English and Spanish, with a background in scheduling, budgeting support, and team leadership.

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Customer-focused professional in Toronto with extensive experience supporting clients, coordinating projects, and running operations in fast-paced environments. Known for clear communication, strong organization, and calm problem-solving with high-volume guest-facing responsibilities.

Experienced across event logistics, hospitality, and set/venue build work, collaborating with designers, production teams, trades, and management to meet tight deadlines. Fluent in English and Spanish, with a background in scheduling, budgeting support, and team leadership.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Set Builder at IATSE Local 873 - Motion Picture Technicians
January 1, 2024 - Present
Worked with designers, production managers, and teams to execute detailed set builds following directions and blueprints. Followed schedules and coordinated across multiple departments under tight deadlines while contributing to builds for various TV productions.
Server at Shoeless Joe’s Restaurant
June 1, 2023 - June 1, 2025
Delivered attentive, high-volume customer service in a fast-paced restaurant environment. Managed multiple tables while maintaining accuracy and professionalism. Handled payments and POS system usage, fielded customer inquiries, and resolved guest concerns calmly and efficiently through coordination with kitchen and management staff.
Team Leader at The Painting Brothers
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Led crews on high-end residential projects with a focus on scheduling and materials coordination. Ensured client satisfaction and supported quality control throughout work execution.
Foreman Team Lead at Ground Up Services
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Supervised teams and coordinated job site logistics across project timelines. Managed workflow to ensure deadlines were met and maintained professional communication with clients throughout execution.
Artist & Event Coordinator and Promoter at Cereal Art
January 1, 2019 - Present
Collaborated with event planners, vendors, and clients to support large-scale events. Managed setup logistics and timelines, represented the brand at public-facing events, and coordinated décor and installations for festivals and private events.
Project Manager Consultant (CEO) at Original Projects
January 1, 2017 - Present
Served as primary client contact for residential and commercial projects. Scheduled trades, supported budget management, and oversaw timelines. Communicated with clients, vendors, and contractors, and coordinated invoicing, estimates, and administrative tasks to keep projects moving efficiently.
Creative Director at Vertigo Nightclub
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2025
Coordinated décor strategy and venue presentation to enhance the guest experience. Planned logistics and oversaw installations, working directly with management and event teams to ensure strong on-site execution and consistent venue environment design.
Stage Designer & Builder at Carnaval Design Group
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
Designed and built stages for festivals and venues. Coordinated teams and met strict deadlines in high-pressure, public-facing environments.

Education

Industrial Design at OCAD University
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Graphic Design Diploma at George Brown College
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services

Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

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