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ROMONA A. RAVAIN
6225 Hodgson Avenue ~ Metairie, LA 70003
Phone: (504) 909-9780 Email: mravain@icloud.com
~ PRODUCTION & PROJECT MANAGEMENT ~
Creative, meticulous and detail-oriented project management professional experienced in managing and
coordinating the daily workflow of production projects for assigned clients. Well-versed in managing and
communicating deliverables, logistics, schedules, budgets, P&L and the overall organization of projects to teams
and stakeholders in a clear and concise manner. Expertise in pre and post production, and identifying potential
risks or points of failure in order to formulate and recommend solutions to ensure the smooth and on-time delivery
of projects. Adept in managing contracts and the negotiation vendor pricing, delivery, and terms.
EDUCATION
BACHELOR OF ARTS ~ MASS COMMUNICATIONS/BROADCAST PRODUCTION
DOUBLE MAJOR: POLITICAL SCIENCE ~ University of Southwestern Louisiana, Lafayette
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SELF-EMPLOYED New Orleans, LA April 2016 – Present
Audio Visual Project Manager; Stage Manager; Technical Director; PowerPoint & ARS Op.
EXPO Productions Metairie Satellite Office & Las Vegas, Nevada Office November 2014 – April 2016
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
Managed and led all phases of the project management lifecycle for productions including general sessions, hospitality lounges, welcome
receptions, casual dinners, off-site parties, awards programs, and philanthropic events; musical entertainment, entertainers, set-up and
decor, staging, and keynote speakers.
 Acted as the on-site manager for twelve productions to include scheduling, equipment hiring of freelance, local and union labor.
 Reviewed RFPs and RFQs to identify and ascertain scope of required production support needed.
 Managed project budgets from planning to completion, including P&L.
o 2015 total revenue $ 2,408,352.29; avg. event budget $225.000; Percentage profit returned 70%.
 Trained and managed two Project Managers.
 Created all paperwork from budget to P&L.
 Maintained weekly contact with client to ensure client’s needs and message were met on site.
 Conducted site visits to evaluate venue; coordinate production requirements and regulations with venue staff.
 Produced quote information for vendors; negotiated pricing, delivery, and terms.
 Produced production timelines for venue and staff..
 Partnered with CAD engineer in the design of stage and set to assure proper fabrication. Inclusive of producing a front elevation of set
to scale, rigging design, lighting plot, and power requirements.
 Developed signal flow and equipment diagrams for each department; coordinated all gear needs with lead technicians.
 Generated purchase orders and sub-rental requests; reviewed, approved and submitted all vendor and shipping invoices, and expenses
for payment.
 Responsible for client invoicing; created and delivered deposit invoices payable 6 to 8 weeks prior to event, with final invoice delivered
within 7 working days of event.
 Approved staff payroll and expenses; coordinated all staff travel, hotel arrangements, per diem, and meals.
 Worked with client for the acquisition of non-in-house produced media and staging needs; panel tables and chairs, podiums,
downstage monitors and timing devices.

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 Planned and executed corporate meetings held throughout the United States, Mexico, Canada and Europe.
SELF-EMPLOYED New Orleans, LA January 2014 – November 2014
Audio Visual Project Manager; Stage Manager; Technical Director; PowerPoint & ARS Op.
EXPO Productions Metairie Satellite Office & Las Vegas, Nevada Office July 2010 – January 2014
PROJECT MANAGER
Same position as above without the training and management of Project Managers. Managed 8-10 projects on an annual basis.
 Managed project budgets from planning to completion, including P&L.
o 2013 total revenue $ 1,100,760.00; avg. event budget $119,138; Percentage profit returned 59.38%.
Royal Productions Metairie & New Orleans, LA December 2001 – March 2010
VIDEO ENGINEER/TECHNICIAN (7/2008–3/2010 & 12/2001–4/2004)
Managed and oversaw the analysis and identification of client needs, design of video rigs, coordination of equipment, and the management of
staff, union crews and freelancers.
 Served as technical director, switcher, and playback/record operator on-site.
 Verified and managed payroll, calculated profitability reports and planned/executed corporate meetings.
 Oversaw the inventory and maintenance of the video department equipment; managed the packing and delivery of show equipment;
repackaged gear for transport back to home facility.
CREATIVE DIRECTOR/ASSISTANT TO CEO (2/2006-7/2008)
Partnered with the CEO, client and executive producers in the creative development of program and all logistics. Conducted venue site
visits to analyze and identify requirements. Oversaw and created pre and post-media production; presented budgets, media and invoicing to
client for final approval.
 Created budgets based on RFPs and RFQs, developed event requirements, and coordinated with Department Heads to ensure gear,
staffing and venue requirements were fulfilled.
 Developed and executed timelines for event; acquired any additional insurance coverage required by each venue.
 Worked with state and local government agencies to obtain permits, licensing, and hiring requirements
 Coordinated with local fire department for seating CAD approval and fire watch staffing when required.
 Hired security to oversee gear 24/7; hired keynote speakers, entertainers, and music entertainment upon request
 Coordinated with client and hotel for accommodations, food/beverage, and location transportation.
 Managed all local vendor deliveries, shipments to and from venue and local/union staffing.
DIRECTOR OF VIDEO PRODUCTION (4/2004-2/2006)
Directed and oversaw all aspect of production to include conducting planning and production meetings, managing day-to-day operations of
video production needs, creating and editing video content, defining and coordinating pre-production needs, and providing creative and
technical expertise in support of content creation.
 Partnered with department heads, creative design team, sales team, logistics manager, and client liaison to plan the delivery of the
client’s desired message within venue and budget parameters.
 Managed all video gear inventory; researched, evaluated and recommended all acquisitions within department.
 Purchased or sub-rented gear from multiple vendors to fulfill event requirements; oversaw and performed the maintenance of all
video and projection gear; approved all video gear and staffing invoices, and expense reports.
 Hired and scheduled freelance travel staff, and both local and union labor; managed video staff on-site.
 Managed department payroll in office and on-site; calculated profitability reports for video department.
VIDEO ENGINEER/TECHNICAL DIRECTOR (12/2001–4/2004)
Led the design and installation of video and projection systems for onsite corporate and association events.
LEAD CAMERA OPERATOR
Set-up and operated lead camera position for live and recorded events; hand-held and tripod.
PLAYBACK/RECORD OPERATOR
Managed client media in multiple formats for playback insertion and monitored broadcast quality for playback, projection and recording.
Sub-mixed multiple cameras separate from live event.