KAPIL GULERIA
Palampur
Summary
Experienced Stage Crew Member with background in cruise ship theatrical production and live event staging. Possess hands-on skills in set construction, lighting setup, and sound system operation. Known for strong problem-solving abilities, teamwork mindset, and adaptability to fast-paced environments. Contributions to previous employers include enhanced efficiency in stage setups and successful execution of numerous complex productions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Stage Crew Member
Princess Cruises
Onboard
11.2024 - 01.2026
- Set up lighting, mics, cables, band and other equipment for live performances and other shows according to stage plan.
- Collaborated with performers in backstage to ensure smooth stage transitions, following cues for the production shows.
- Managed inventory and maintenance of stage props and tools.
- Prepared lounges and venues loading show software for performances in collaboration with Production Manager and performers to enhance show quality.
- Managed backstage areas before, during, and after shows, doing rigcheck before rehearsals and shows.
- Ensured the safe movements of props, winches, led wall, scenery and lifts during rehearsals and shows communicating any issues found.
- Assisted in preparing lounges and other venues all around the ship for various performances as asked by the Production Manager and Performer.
- Performed minor repairs on stage equipment.
- In addition to backstage duties also helped in emergency and muster duties all around the ship.
Assistant Technician
The Singh Event Planner
Chandigarh
02.2018 - 01.2022
- I have worked as an Assistant Audio and Light Technician for many varieties of small Live events, Indian Wedding functions, DJ parties, and Political Party Rallies
- Set up microphones and mixers for instruments and performers, ensuring optimal sound quality for events
- Run appropriate sound checks to confirm all equipment, speakers and monitors working properly
- Run audio and light cable lines, RGB DJ light, and sound testing
- Connecting the XLR cables to the speakers, amplifiers and console
- Building Stage, Hoisting, and building Truss structure
- Rigging and connecting lights, speakers and array boxes
- Checked and operated spotlights during events to enhance visual experience and audience engagement
- Inspected laser, fog, pyro, and haze systems, performing regular cleaning and maintenance to ensure safety and reliability.
- Setting projector screen and LED display wall
- Transported, loaded, and unloaded equipment for various events
- Removed and packed all equipment securely after events
Stage Hand and Light Assistant
The Celebration Company
Chandigarh
05.2017 - 12.2017
- Worked as Stage Hand and Light Assistant for Corporate Events, small private functions, and weddings
- Setting up the Stage and lights for the event
- Rigging and connecting the Beam projector and moving-head lights
- Connecting the DMX cables to the DMX console
- Working with the team for all equipment set up and helping during the event
- Sorting, organizing, labeling, packing, and delivering the equipment to the event sites
- Load In and Load out all equipment after each event
Deck Hand and Back Stage Crew
Carnival Cruise Line
Florida
07.2010 - 02.2012
- Worked for Carnival Cruise Lines (Carnival Liberty and Carnival Splendor) in the Deck department and assisted the Stage Manager in Theater Shows and live music shows. In addition to Deck work, I helped with Entertainment department work
- Cleaning and maintaining the tidiness of the backstage areas including workshops and assisting with under-stage cleaning
- Setting and moving the props during the shows and rehearsals
- Assisted in quick costume changes
- Storing and securing all the props and equipment after the shows
- Ensuring all rolling pieces are stored correctly, pinned, and strapped properly
- Assisted the Sound and Light Technicians during events
- Helping to move equipment to different locations for different events like open deck parties and Auctions
- Helping in small repairs and painting of props as directed by the Stage Manager
- Worked for Carnival Cruise Lines (Carnival Liberty and Carnival Splendor)
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hotel Management
MKU
Madurai03-2013
High School Diploma -
JNV Paprola
Kangra, HPSkills
- Audio equipment setup
- Audio and Lighting consoles (Yamaha and GMA 2,3)
- Working with speakers ( Active and Passive)
- Stage Cabling
- Mic Setup
- Stage setup and Setting Props
- Rigging and lifting operation
- Truss structure building
- Working with lifts and deadman switch
- Spotlight operation
- Tablet audio setup
- Monitor/in-ear setup
- LED wall, Projectors and Screens setup
- Audio line troubleshooting
- Lighting troubleshooting
- Stage machinery troubleshooting
- Basic pyrotechnics
- Working with musicians and Band setup
- Basic audio and light software operation
- Workplace safety
- Teamwork
- Positive demeanor
- Ability to work under pressure
- Safety compliance
- Fly system operation
- Backstage communication
Certification
• STCW 2010 Courses, SID
• Valid Seaman's Book
• Valid C1D Visa
• Valid Medical
• Valid Seaman's Book
• Valid C1D Visa
• Valid Medical
Motto
The Show must go on Safely !
Timeline
Stage Crew Member
Princess Cruises
11.2024 - 01.2026
Assistant Technician
The Singh Event Planner
02.2018 - 01.2022
Stage Hand and Light Assistant
The Celebration Company
05.2017 - 12.2017
Deck Hand and Back Stage Crew
Carnival Cruise Line
07.2010 - 02.2012
Bachelor of Science - Hotel Management
MKU
High School Diploma -
JNV Paprola