When I entered light design I was presented with an ETC Element, an instruction manual, and a few helpful tips from a senior technician. Since then I have come to know the ins and outs of the board, I have written macros, made effects, color pallets, and focus pallets. I am currently working with several of our younger technicians and teaching them to use the Element to its fullest potential.

One of our Previous Technicians oversaw the installation of seven VL1000s. Shortly after their installation, we ran into problems with Five of the Seven with them becoming in-operational. At the start of this year, I undertook the task of fixing them, since then I have fixed three of the five, and am working on one more. Sadly I had to dismantle one of them and use it for parts to fix the others.

In our Little Theater, I am currently working on installing 6 Betopper LED Pars, 4 downlights, and 2 face lights. Along with 2 MAC 250s. I'm also switching the DMX control system from an ETC Express to a Cameo DVC Pro. This will allow Light Designers easier control over the LEDs and Movers, as well as more access to effects.

I operate under the idea that there is always someone who knows more then you and you can always be learning. I would love to be in a environment where I am pushed beyond what is comfortable and known to learn more about this artform, and then someday be able to apply what I learned in a professional setting like Broadway or cruise lines.