Bruce Asher

Education

Equipment

I own and can operate: Allen & Heath Qu-SB digital mixer, 5GHz router, 4 x the box CL 108 MkII (220w midtop), 2 x the box CL 115 MkII (220w active sub), 2 x the box PAM12 ECO MkII (140w passive monitor), the box MA120 MkII (120w active monitor), Various mics and DIs, Zoom H5 digital recorder, Presonus interface, Various electric and acoustic guitars, stage piano, backline amplifiers

About me

I'm a technician with years of experience in audio engineering, digital media and IT management, predominantly in theatre, live music and education environments.

My passion lies in all things live performance, with a bias in sound (ABTT Silver Award, Dante L3, AVIXA AV Technologist); my hobbyist live mixing / reinforcement for my semi-professional wedding band keep my practical (and musical) skills sharp.

I've been part of full-time technical teams for several years now, and am seeking further opportunities to develop my skills and ways of working in theatre and events. A friendly and willing addition to any team, I'm that client-focused, get-the-job-done all-rounder you're looking for.

In my spare time I fiddle with guitar electronics, offer graphic design services, and provide memorable customer service as a barman in my wife's pub. I also own the coveted full UK driving licence and my own vehicle.

Additional Skills

AUDIO / DIGITAL MEDIA
• Small- to mid-scale sound engineering and reinforcement, live mixing (digital/analogue desks),
• Proficiency in Adobe Audition and many other DAWs; experienced in recording, digital audiomanipulation
• Digital media expertise – AVIXA AV Technologist, Dante L3 certified, Shure Integrated Systems L2
• Considerable experience in raster graphic design, video editing / muxing, public-facing materials for print and web media. Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Premiere; experience with Design / Production CSs
• Semi-professional multi-instrumentalist – music theory knowledge, electronics fault-finding and repair

TECHNICAL THEATRE
• Producing and receiving house technical experience - qualified first aider; certifications in IOSH, manual handling, fire marshalling, working at height, etc.
• Sound and cue software bias (QLab / SCS), with experience in: lighting rigging, focusing, plotting, operating (Eos/zerOS); stage management; AV and comms engineering; counterweight flying

IT
• Network and web management and maintenance (ITILv3 Service Management certified)
• Years of support experience; certified excellence in customer service
• Working knowledge of scripting languages; experienced in various WCMSs, ADUC, backend management apps

OTHER
• Full UK driving licence, own vehicle; van experience

Skills

Secondary Job Title	Sound Technician
Job Titles	AV Technician, IT Manager, Marketing Officer, Production Photographer, Sound Dep, Sound Designer, Sound Engineer, Sound No.1 / A1, Sound No.2 / A2, Sound No.3 / A3, Sound Operator, Sound Technician, Technician, Technician, Assistant, Video Designer, Lighting Operator, Lighting Programmer, Lighting Technician, Maintenance Technician, Sound Manager, Technical Manager / Director, Technician, Chief, Chief Technician, Followspot Operator, Graphic Designer, Lighting, Followspot Operator, Press & Marketing Officer, Electrician, Press & Marketing Assistant, Stage Assistant / Stagehand, Stage Door Keeper, Technical Stage Manager, Graphics Operator, Marketing Assistant, Deputy Technical Manager, Assistant Technical Director
Years in industry	6+ years
Company Experience	Children's Theatre, Educational Theatre, Exhibitions, Forum Theatre, Inclusive Theatre, Regional Theatre, Site Specific Theatre
Languages Spoken	English
Organisation Memberships	ABTT (UK), BECTU (UK)
Experienced In	Ballet, Circus, Comedy, Community, Dance, Devised, Drama, Exhibitions, Experimental , Festival, Fringe, Inclusive Theatre, Live Events, Musicals, New Writing, Opera, Outdoor Events, Pantomime, Revue, Shakespeare, Showcase, Tragedy
Work Permits	EU
Interested in	Education, European Tour, Film / TV, Live Events, UK Tour
DBS checked	Yes (within last 12 months)
Driving Licences	Standard
Industry Training	ABTT Silver Award, Fire Warden, First Aid (Any), IOSH Working Safely Certificate, Portable Appliance Electrical Safety Testing (PAT) Competence Certificate, Working at Heights Certificate