Audio Systems: JBL audio networking, Yamaha consoles, PA system design, SPL management, JBL ArrayCalc, Harman Pro Audio Designer (Level 1), Dante Level 1
Ilyas Ahmed
Technical Project Manager
Dubai
Summary
Technical Project Manager with 8+ years of proven experience delivering high-profile live and virtual events across UAE, India, and international venues. Expert in managing end-to-end technical production, including audio, lighting, rigging, and AV systems, ensuring seamless execution aligned with client expectations and creative vision. Skilled in vendor management, team leadership, and production documentation with strong knowledge of industry tools and certifications such as JBL Audio Networking, Harman Pro Audio Designer, Dante, AutoCAD, and Vectorworks. Committed to safety compliance, cost control, and driving operational efficiency in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Technical Project Manager
Showtech Electronics LLC
07.2023 - Current
- Planned, coordinated, and delivered the full technical scope of high-impact events, including concerts, conferences, and brand activations, from initial concept through to post-event evaluation.
- Collaborated with creative, design, and operations teams to ensure seamless technical execution while maintaining the original artistic vision and meeting client expectations.
- Produced complete technical documentation for each project, including production schedules, technical drawings, set designs, power plans, signal flow diagrams, rigging layouts, crew schedules, equipment lists, and risk assessments to ensure accurate delivery and safety compliance.
- Led cross-functional communication between departments to align project requirements, timelines, and logistics, enabling smooth coordination of resources, equipment, and third-party suppliers.
- Supervised on-site technical teams during setup, show, and dismantling phases, ensuring high standards of technical quality, brand consistency, and health and safety compliance.
- Maintained clear, proactive communication with internal departments and clients throughout each project, resolving issues promptly and ensuring successful execution under pressure.
Project Manager - Event Productions
Soundkraft electronic equipment rental LLC
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Led the technical planning and on-site execution of live and corporate events and Concerts, managing in-house equipment across sound, lighting, video, rigging, and staging to deliver complete turnkey solutions.
- Produced detailed technical documentation for each event, including production schedules, lighting plots, audio/video signal flow diagrams, rigging plans, power distribution layouts, and crew allocations.
- Coordinated with internal departments (warehouse, operations, logistics) to ensure timely equipment prep, efficient load-ins, and fully staffed technical crews for each show.
- Oversaw on-site technical execution, conducting pre-rig inspections, managing show calls, troubleshooting live issues, and ensuring health & safety compliance throughout setup and derig ontime meeting the venue deadlines.
Assistant Manager - Operations and Productions
Wizcraft International Entertainment Pvt Ltd
04.2019 - 07.2022
- Led planning and execution of high-profile live events, brand activations, and televised production. Overseeing end-to-end operations including fabrication, venue builds, technical setup, and show delivery.
- Coordinated with set of vendors as production houses, and technical teams for the fabrication of custom scenic, stage, and branding elements. Ensuring quality control, cost efficiency, and timely delivery.
- Managed production documentation such as technical briefs, fabrication drawings, production schedules, manpower plans, vendor POs, and event closure reports.
- Acted as on-ground production head and show lead for live events, ensuring seamless coordination between FOH, backstage, artists, and client teams during setup, rehearsals, and live shows.
- Served as the central liaison between creative, client servicing, technical, and logistics team. Ensuring production aligned with client expectations, safety standards, and venue regulations.
- Handled cost control and budget tracking across vendors and internal resources; ensured smooth event closures with timely invoice approvals and reconciliation.
Freelance Associate
Wizcraft International Entertainment Pvt Ltd
01.2018 - 03.2019
- Worked on several large scale events as operations & productions executive, key responsibilities include vendor management, event production, estimates, quotations, show calling etc.
- Vendor network and client relationships pan India, handled event planning, production at several tier1& tier2 cities.
- Established client satisfaction through quality output and service delivery.
Executive - Production
Helpfactory
02.2017 - 11.2018
- Handled multiple MICE events in Malaysia and Indonesia.
- Offered hands-on assistance to production manager onsite, assessing requirements, creating event checklists, etc.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet production schedules.
Education
Master of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Bharath Institute of Higher Education
05.2018 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Bharath Institute of Higher Education And Research
04.2014 - 03.2018
Skills
Production-driven
Certification
AutoCAD
Skills
- Production Scheduling & Technical Documentation
- Vendor & Crew Coordination
- Budgeting & Resource Planning
- Show Calling & Live Event Management
- Risk Assessments & Safety Compliance
Interests
Lighting Systems: Fixture types and specs, DMX planning, basic programming on Avolites and MA consoles
Rigging: Truss and motor specifications, load calculations, rigging equipment use, rigging safety standards
Video & AV: LED screen types, video processors, switchers, complex AV signal flow diagrams
Design & Drafting: AutoCAD 2D, basic Vectorworks, technical drawings, power plans, rigging layouts
Timeline
Harman Pro Audio Designer - Level 1
10-2024
JBL Professional : Audio Essentials - Core Curriculum
10-2024
Harman International - Audio Networking
10-2024
Audinate - Dante Level 1 certification
10-2024
Technical Project Manager
Showtech Electronics LLC
07.2023 - Current
Project Manager - Event Productions
Soundkraft electronic equipment rental LLC
11.2022 - 06.2023
Assistant Manager - Operations and Productions
Wizcraft International Entertainment Pvt Ltd
04.2019 - 07.2022
Master of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Bharath Institute of Higher Education
05.2018 - 04.2020
Freelance Associate
Wizcraft International Entertainment Pvt Ltd
01.2018 - 03.2019
Executive - Production
Helpfactory
02.2017 - 11.2018
Merit Certificate - TRYST, IIT DELHI - Robotics.
03-2015
AutoCAD
12-2014
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Bharath Institute of Higher Education And Research
04.2014 - 03.2018
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