1. Peter H. Smith
53 2nd Avenue, Apt. 4C
New York, NY 10003
857-991-8363 psmithlighting@mac.com
SUMMARY
Over 25 years of professional experience in live event, concert and theatrical production. Extensive knowledge of
theatrical staging, lighting, rigging and audio-visual systems.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Manager, Multi Media and Design, Barkley Kalpak Associates, New York, NY 2008-Present
Responsible for oversight of all design department deliverables, inter-departmental communication, project
budgeting, scheduling and logistics, resource management, and onsite technical direction.
Projects include:
International Transit Systems 2008 World Congress, Javits Center, New York, NY
Technical Director. Oversaw installation of outdoor theatrical space on 11th Avenue for automobile technology
demonstrations. Included closure of NYC streets. Managed a five-camera shoot, 20 crew members, and eight
manufacturers. Primary liaison for dozens of representatives and VIPs.
MasterCard Multicultural Summit 2008, MasterCard Worldwide Headquarters, Purchase, NY
Designed and installed staging, lighting, audio and décor for a three day event including meetings, a reception,
and a gala dinner with a 70-member chorus.
Freelance Lighting Designer and Project Manager 1995-2008
Numerous industrial shows, product rollouts, concerts and theatrical productions. Responsibilities include pre-
planning, vendor management, logistics, concept development, content creation, product imaging, event lighting,
and other client-related services.
Projects include:
• Lighting Designer for AARP Presents: Sounds of Soul and Inspiration, 2008, Atlanta, GA
One day concert for an audience of 10,000. Directed by Debbie Allen. Performers included: Queen Latifah,
Anne Nesby, Cece Wynans, Yolanda Adams and Chaka Kahn.
• Techincal Director for Goldwell TrendZoom 2007, Playa Del Carmen, Cancun, MX
Design and management of four day fashion event featuring hair coloring products.
ADDITIONAL SELECTED PROJECTS
• AARP National Conference, 2002 – 2008, Lighting Designer
• Second Stage 2008 Annual Gala, Lighting Designer & Technical Director
• Tower Group Annual Meeting, 2005 – 2008, Technical Director
• San Diego Independent Music Festival, 2008 & 2009 (title?)
• MasterCard internal meetings, 2008 & 2009, including CoBrand, Travel & Entertainment, Multicultural
Summit, Global Sales and Global Risk Management, Technical Director (should this be here or under BKA?)
• Sunrider International 2002 World Conference, Technical Director
• Avo Theater 1996, Renovation, Systems Design, Installation Supervisor
EDUCATION
1994 MFA, Theatrical Lighting Design, San Diego State University, Department of Theatre, San Diego, CA
1985 BA, Dramatic Arts, Kalamazoo College, Kalamazoo, MI
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