FRANSHUA FK KENNIS
Lighting Technician
Cape Town
Summary
Detail-oriented and technically savvy lighting technician with expertise in programming and technical development of stage lights and wiring. With advantageous experience in multiple sectors of the entertainment industry, including video, television, film, music, and theatre, enhances the overall production experience through the safe implementation of innovative electrical devices and techniques. Recognized consistently for work ethic and productivity, a dependable lighting technician skilled in the installation, maintenance, and repair of production equipment. Works great under pressure to keep operations on schedule, physically fit to handle demanding tasks and experienced in working at heights on equipment. Accomplished lighting professional committed to the proper placement of systems and equipment in alignment with specifications and themes. Effectively blends advanced technical and creative strengths to consistently achieve objectives on time and within budget. Additionally, possesses expertise in various types of systems.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lighting Technician
Royal Caribbean International
02.2023 - 05.2024
- Analyzed and interpreted lighting designer's plans as well as detailed notes from stage management.
- Performed proper maintenance of lighting equipment, ensuring safety, and quality operations.
- Programmed consoles and loaded automated color change systems prior to events.
- Worked with other lighting technicians in set-up and operation of lighting equipment in television and film platforms.
- Provided technical training to new staff on lighting equipment and design principles, improving team skills and performance.
- Enhanced audience engagement at concerts with synchronized lighting effects, contributing to memorable performances.
- Adapted quickly to last-minute changes in event schedules and setups, maintaining high-quality lighting under tight deadlines.
- Troubleshot complex technical issues during live events, ensuring minimal disruption to the audience experience.
- Conducted routine maintenance and troubleshooting of lighting equipment, reducing downtime during performances.
- Programmed lighting sequences to support theatrical performances, creating dynamic visual effects.
- Optimized lighting inventory management, ensuring availability of necessary equipment for all projects.
- Collaborated with directors and producers to develop visually stunning lighting concepts, elevating overall production quality.
- Increased efficiency during load-in/load-out processes by organizing resources effectively and training team members on best practices.
- Managed and maintained equipment between productions.
- Minimized risk of fire or electrical shock by using optimal safety procedures.
- Installed scaffolding, ladders and cranes for equipment setup and management.
- Handled minor repairs and routine upkeep on lighting equipment by replacing lamps and filters.
- Implemented special effects to match creative vision of each production.
Lighting Technician
Inhouse Venue Technical Management/ IVTM
3 2020 - 02.2022
- Followed project timelines to attain goals, safety targets, and objectives
- Laid wire fixtures, electrical cables and installed image patterns to assist in programming sequences
- Set up stage lights and wiring and managed operations throughout shows
- Routinely performed equipment maintenance including replacing lamps and damaged color filters or patterns
- Correctly followed safety procedures when handling heavy or hot objects
- Partnered with master electricians, sound engineers and lighting designers to enhance onstage theater performances
- Designed and programmed professional high-standard lighting for variety of entertainers, charter clients, and shows
- Assisted crews to meet production schedules by laying out lighting system, placing and setting fixtures, and running wire
- Collaborated with lighting designers, sound technicians, and stage managers to combine skills and create live theatre experience.
Live Sound Technician
Gearhouse SA
01.2020 - 02.2022
- Operated control consoles to regulate recording volume and quality
- Handled audio adjustments
- Maintained and repaired audio equipment
- Mixed and edited audio tracks for live performances and prerecorded events
- Worked with crew members to coordinate production sound strategy
- Addressed concerns quickly to avoid lasting issues
- Kept work area organized and clutter-free.
Education
High School Diploma -
Parel Vallei High school
Somerset West, Cape TownSkills
Analog and digital lighting consoles
Additional Information
Started in this industry in high school from 2017, this sparked my passion for this career
Languages
English
Afrikaans
Awards
Best Technical effects, 2019 Helderberg Eistedfodd, Playhouse Festival
Community Service
Playhouse Theater, Technical Operator, 2018, 2021
Software
Operation of AVO Lights, MA2 trough MA3, Onyx lighting, Hog Lighting systems and Analog console operation
Interests
Improving my operating and lighting control skills
Timeline
Lighting Technician
Royal Caribbean International
02.2023 - 05.2024
Live Sound Technician
Gearhouse SA
01.2020 - 02.2022
Lighting Technician
Inhouse Venue Technical Management/ IVTM
3 2020 - 02.2022
High School Diploma -
Parel Vallei High school
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