Douglas Edwards
Burlington
Summary
Working in high paced, collaborative, and creative environments for nearly a decade. Years of experience both being a part of and leading teams inn theater and live events as well as multiple solo based projects in sound design. Extensive experience in lighting, sound, set building and stage management with a commitment to creativity and team work.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Life Guard
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts
Orlando, FL
08.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to maintain cleanliness and organization of pool areas.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Assisted swimmers in distress using appropriate rescue techniques based on individual needs and circumstances.
Sound Designer
Yacteen Studios
Remote
05.2025 - 11.2025
- Implemented advanced audio editing techniques using industry-standard software, improving sound quality and fidelity.
- Led project meetings to align audio direction with creative vision, facilitating clear communication among teams.
- Optimized sound asset libraries for efficient retrieval and integration, streamlining production processes.
Stage Hand
IATSE Local 232
Amherst, MA
05.2024 - 06.2025
- Assisted in set construction and teardown, contributing to efficient workflow during events.
- Managed inventory of stage materials, optimizing resource allocation for productions.
- Monitored equipment functionality, promptly addressing issues to maintain performance standards.
- Developed streamlined processes for load-in/load-out operations, improving overall efficiency.
- Enhanced stage production quality by efficiently setting up and breaking down sets, lighting, and sound equipment.
Lighting Technician
University of Massachusetts-Amherst Theater Department
Amherst, MA
01.2023 - 05.2025
- Operated and maintained lighting equipment for various theatrical productions.
- Collaborated with production teams to design and implement effective lighting setups.
- Assisted in troubleshooting technical issues during live performances to ensure seamless operations.
- Conducted routine maintenance on lighting fixtures, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards.
- Developed lighting cues in coordination with directors to enhance overall production quality.
- Coordinated inventory management of lighting supplies, ensuring availability for upcoming events.
- Evaluated and recommended improvements to lighting techniques for enhanced visual storytelling in productions.
- Programmed consoles and loaded automated color change systems prior to events.
- Analyzed and interpreted lighting designer's plans as well as detailed notes from stage management.
- Received positive feedback from clients on consistent delivery of exceptional lighting services for their events.
- Evaluated venue spaces to determine optimal equipment placement, maximizing visual impact while adhering to safety standards.
- Ensured safety during performances by conducting regular inspections and maintenance of all lighting equipment.
- Increased efficiency during load-in/load-out processes by organizing resources effectively and training team members on best practices.
Sound Crew Member
University of Massachusetts-Amherst Student Union
Amherst, MA
01.2023 - 05.2025
- Operated sound equipment for live events, ensuring high-quality audio delivery.
- Collaborated with event organizers to determine sound requirements and logistics.
- Assisted in setup and teardown of sound systems, maintaining safety standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance on sound equipment to ensure functionality.
- Trained new crew members on sound operation protocols and equipment usage.
- Improved sound quality by implementing adjustments based on audience feedback.
- Led troubleshooting efforts during events to resolve technical issues promptly.
- Enhanced audio quality by skillfully mixing sound for live performances and recording sessions.
- Minimized unwanted feedback during live events through expert monitoring of audio levels and adjusting as necessary.
- Adapted quickly to last-minute changes in script or staging while still delivering high-quality audio results.
- Ensured a smooth production process by setting up, testing, and maintaining all sound equipment.
- Improved communication between team members during productions by installing and managing communication systems such as walkie-talkies or intercoms.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to proper safety protocols when handling electrical equipment.
Audio Technician
Hanover Theater
Worcester, MA
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Conducted routine maintenance on sound systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Implemented innovative solutions to enhance overall audio quality at the venue.
- Set up, maintained and operated audio recording equipment and performed troubleshooting and audio system breakdown for broadcasts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theater
University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Amherst, MA05-2025
High School Diploma -
Burlington High School
Burlington, MA06-2021
Skills
- Proficient with Speakers and Sound Board/Sound Systems
- Proficient with Electrics, Hanging, and Focusing
- Proficient with ETC element and similar light board systems
- Soldering
- Sound Design
- Lighting Design
- Video Editing
- Audio Editing
- Proficient with Logic Pro X
- Proficient with Q-Labs
- Proficient with Vectorworks
- Proficient with Lightwrite
Timeline
Life Guard
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts
08.2025 - Current
Sound Designer
Yacteen Studios
05.2025 - 11.2025
Stage Hand
IATSE Local 232
05.2024 - 06.2025
Audio Technician
Hanover Theater
07.2023 - 08.2023
Lighting Technician
University of Massachusetts-Amherst Theater Department
01.2023 - 05.2025
Sound Crew Member
University of Massachusetts-Amherst Student Union
01.2023 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Theater
University of Massachusetts-Amherst
High School Diploma -
Burlington High School