COLIN EDWARDS
Fort Wayne
Summary
Seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in audio engineering, show control, and production management within the entertainment industry. Demonstrated success in key roles such as Production Manager, Tour Manager, Sound Engineer, and Entertainment Technician, collaborating with industry leaders while leading teams of engineers and technicians. Expertise includes all aspects of live event production, such as audio system design, show control systems, video, and lighting, along with effective problem-solving skills. Thrives in high-stakes, fast-paced environments, delivering swift and accurate decisions that ensure flawless event execution, supported by a strong commitment to collaboration and adaptability in dynamic production settings.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Live Production Engineer
Sweetwater Sound
2022 - Current
- Expert knowledge and proficiency in audio system signal flow and operation of Microphones, Speaker systems, Amplifiers and Digital/Analog audio mixers. Familiar with digital audio distribution including Q-Sys, DANTE, AVB Protocols, WWB, clear comm, RF, and WWB.
- Familiar with video production equipment and workflows such as camera operation, vision mixing, graphics operations, and digital streaming/distribution.
Event Production Manager
Sweetwater Sound
2023 - 2025
- Managed technical aspects of live events, including lighting, audio, video, rigging, streaming, and staging, ensuring seamless execution and high-quality production standards.
- Collaborated with local contractors, vendors, touring productions, clients, and venue production teams at Live Nation venues to coordinate show requirements, including stagehands, runners, security, casual labor, and rental equipment, prioritizing quality, reliability, and cost efficiency.
- Oversaw day-of-show operations for concerts and private events, managing load-in to load-out processes while focusing on exceptional artist/client service, adherence to schedules, compliance with sound restrictions, and effective cost management.
- Directed onboarding and training of production staff, fostering team preparedness and ensuring compliance with industry best practices.
Performance Pavilion - Audio 1
Sweetwater Sound
01.2023 - 2025
- Delivered professional front-of-house audio engineering and sound mixing, expertly managing multiple audio feeds to create tailored soundscapes for diverse events, ensuring high-quality audio output.
- Designed and optimized complex audio systems using L'Acoustics Soundvision, Network Manager, JBL Performance Manager, LAC, Shure Wireless Workbench, Rational Acoustics Smaart 9, and Vectorworks Viewer.
- Configured and maintained advanced audio networks, including switch programming, custom switch configurations, IP addressing, switch-port functions, and fiber connectivity for seamless signal transmission.
- Managed intricate signal flow, incorporating multiple digital formats, broadcast/press feeds, delay systems, and complex input schedules for large-scale festivals and corporate events.
- Operated and calibrated high-end audio equipment, including JBL VTX V25, A8, A12, G28, M20, M22 with HiQnet Performance Manager, Crown I-Tech HD amplification, Yamaha CL/QL5 with Rio 3224, Avid S6L-32D-112 with E6L-112 Engine, and Stage 64, ensuring optimal performance and sound quality.
Production Manager
Holland America Line
2018 - 2020
- Provided holistic production and project management for all instrumental Holland America entertainment products (Third Avenue West Trio, Rolling Stone Rock Room, Rolling Stone Lounge, Classical Duo, and Lincoln Center Presents)
- Oversight of the assigned ship's Main Stage Performers and Presenters, and the assurance that the onboard Entertainment product is meeting the brand standards and quality expectations of HAL. Supported or led maintenance/ set-up of production gear including Sound and show control systems, IEMs, wireless mics, etc.
- Oversaw and took the lead in supervising a technical production crew of 35 technicians.
Technical Production Manager
Disney Cruise Line
2016 - 2018
- Responsible for managing the technical division, which includes the entertainment maintenance program, schedules, and coordinates the technical needs for shows, broadcast, and special events.
- Handles all manifest on and off the ship and creates and processes paperwork for work orders, purchase requisitions, equipment inventories, maintenance logs and technical documentation. Monitor the condition of all Entertainment equipment, including lighting, sound and rigging equipment. Oversees and takes the lead in supervising a technical crew of 35 technicians.
Senior Technician Walt Disney Theatre
Disney Cruise Lines
2012 - 2016
- Lead the WDT Technical Team providing performance coaching, recognition, and discipline. Oversee the daily operation of all WDT technical and stage elements. Partnered with Stage Manager to schedule rehearsal and perform emergency abbreviated shows.
- Partner with Entertainment Leadership Teams regarding emergency abbreviated shows, load-in/outs, new show installs, Cast changeovers, equipment tests, vendor support, movie premieres, company events, and safety responsibilities.
Lead Audio Engineer
Disney Cruise Line
2011 - 2012
- Managed all aspects of audio for voice dialog, environmental noise, sound effects, and balanced them to create a rich and exciting sound for the audience to experience for several Disney Theatrical shows.
- Responsible for operating complex audio systems and analog and digital consoles in a consistent manner for performances, rehearsals, and maintenance operations as directed by the Senior Technician or Technical Production Manager.
- Responsible for installation, set-up, operation, completing preventive maintenance, and testing of audio control.
Automation Operator
Disney Cruise Line
2011 - 2012
- Proven experience in a theatrical/Entertainment based rigging operation. Conducted routine maintenance on all ship-wide automation and rigging systems. Operated Entertainment scenic automation systems during shows in the Walt Disney Theatre (WDT) using Acrobat G6 Console with e-Chameleon and epiQ Console with Navigator software.
- Responsible for the maintenance and safe operation of the rigging equipment used in outdoor deck parties, including training in all rigging positions for the operation of the show.
- Knowledge and experience of hydraulics, electronics, electric motors, motor drives and controls, manual and automated rigging devices.
Show Control Technician- Walt Disney Theater
Disney Cruise Line
2011 - 2012
- Managed the operation and maintenance of all Walt Disney Theater Show Control elements including intelligent and generic lighting, video projection and control systems, pyrotechnic and special effects systems and other devices.
- Install, set-up and operate all Show Control Systems and equipment. Test, maintain and fire the Pyrotechnic and Laser systems in the Walt Disney Theatre and for outdoor deck parties.
- Provided direction to the Stage Lighting/Special Effects Technician for the maintenance of all show control and lighting equipment.
- Be an important contributor to the WDT Theater Team with responsibilities for load in and load outs, Cast changeovers, new show installations, equipment tests, vendor support, movie premiers and company events.
- Skilled in troubleshooting control system malfunctions and creating plans for repair.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Music Production, Film & TV Sound, Live Sound
Conservatory of Recording Arts and Sciences
Tempe, AZ01.2009
Skills
- Venue and Production Management
- Event venue management
- Budgeting and Management
- Proficient in audio equipment use
- Audio Equipment Management
- Audio Equipment Maintenance
- Critical Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Team Oriented
- Communications Skills
- Audio Consoles (Yamaha, SSL, Avid, Allen & Heath, Behringer)
- Microphone Systems (Shure, Sennheiser)
- Wireless System Management (Wireless Workbench, RF Venue)
- Acoustic Measurement (Rational Acoustics SMAART)
- Video Projectors (Christie, Barco, Vivitek, Panasonic)
- PTZ Cameras (Panasonic)
- Video Switchers (Roland, Blackmagic)
- DMX Fixtures
- Lighting Equipment (ETC, Martin Professional, VARI-LITE, Altman Spectra, Ocean Optics, Chauvet)
- Theatre Lighting Systems Operation
- Concert Lighting Systems Operation
- Video Projection Mapping
- Theatrical Special Effects
- Computerized Show Control Systems
- Show Controllers (AMX, Crestron, Extron, Q-sys)
- Hard Disk Playback Systems
- Lighting Consoles (grandMA)
- SMPTE Time Code
- MIDI Controlled Equipment
Additional Information
Valid Passport, Valid Chinese Visa
Certification
- Allen & Heath dLive Certification
- SSL Live Certification
- Avid Certified: Pro Tools | Music
- DANTE Level 3 Certification
- Rational Acoustics SMAART
- First Aid/CPR certification
Timeline
Performance Pavilion - Audio 1
Sweetwater Sound
01.2023 - 2025
Senior Live Production Engineer
Sweetwater Sound
2022 - Current
Event Production Manager
Sweetwater Sound
2023 - 2025
Production Manager
Holland America Line
2018 - 2020
Technical Production Manager
Disney Cruise Line
2016 - 2018
Senior Technician Walt Disney Theatre
Disney Cruise Lines
2012 - 2016
Lead Audio Engineer
Disney Cruise Line
2011 - 2012
Automation Operator
Disney Cruise Line
2011 - 2012
Show Control Technician- Walt Disney Theater
Disney Cruise Line
2011 - 2012
Bachelor of Science - Music Production, Film & TV Sound, Live Sound
Conservatory of Recording Arts and Sciences
Personal Information
Visa Status: Valid Chinese Visa
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