Mike Lavulo
Rigger and LED Tech Rigger
City of London
Summary
Motivated Rigger with over 6 years of experience in entertainment rigging, confidently working at height on beams, scaffolding infrastructure, festival, arena, studio, cooperate jobs. Offering extensive experience in rigging and LED equipment installation and removal, as well as executing other relevant task consistently adhering to best working practices and health safety protocols. Focused on completing rigging work to maintain tight deadlines. Works well in both independent and team-based environments. Well-organized and reliable with excellent planning and execution paired with sound safety record.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Rigger & LED Tech Rigger
PRG, Unusual Rigging, Creative Technology, Anna Valley, Encore UK, IPS, TSL, Event Concept, 80six Lt
London, UK and Abroad
2015 - Current
- Utilised developed knowledge of rigging specifications and standards to offer timely, accurate results.
- Provided support to rigging and video rigging as part of an integrated multi-discipline team, aiding a smooth project completion.
- Raised awareness of conflicting activity to prevent delays in rigging operations.
- Selected appropriate lifting and rigging equipment to execute video and rigging duties accurately and safely.
- Carried out diverse installations such as Up Rigging and Ground Rigging, maintaining continued adherence to best working practices.
- Up rigging and ground rigging. Ground support and smart mast build. Video rigging and cable management.
- Secured safety equipment and always used gear according to requirements.
- Rigged cables and pipes in configurations to support loads and maintain crew safety.
- Prepared and erected steel, torque and bolt-up connections.
- Worked at heights and in confined spaces without difficulty.
- Communicated with equipment operators to accomplish smooth and efficient transports.
- Determined correct rigging requirements for equipment based on job specifications and environmental conditions.
- Rigged for heavy lifts according to blueprint requirements.
- Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines.
- Anchored pieces to fixed structures with bolts and clamps.
- Maintained rig engines and motors.
- Mobilized and tore down rigs according to safety regulations.
- Prepared steel components for assembled bent sections and connectors.
Crew Worker
Affinity Crew
London
03.2007 - 02.2014
- Stage build, Load and unloading tech equipment off truck. Assist technical crews in various discipline such as Rigging, Lighting, Videos, PAs. Set build and prop assembling. Follow spot operator.
Education
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Interior Design
Barnet College
BarnetA-Levels - Wood working & Architectural drawing
San Mateo High School
San MateoSkills
Strong verbal communicationundefined
Accomplishments
I have been working on various projects both in rigging and LED Screen Build on various scope of work from Cooperate meetings, Studios, Television, Sports, Weddings, Arena Concerts, Music Festivals and the record-breaking MDL Beast Soundstorm in Riyadh.
Timeline
Crew Worker
Affinity Crew
03.2007 - 02.2014
Rigger & LED Tech Rigger
PRG, Unusual Rigging, Creative Technology, Anna Valley, Encore UK, IPS, TSL, Event Concept, 80six Lt
2015 - Current
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Interior Design
Barnet College
A-Levels - Wood working & Architectural drawing
San Mateo High School
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