Syed Haji Ali
Dubai
Summary
Dynamic Event Manager with proven success at Taher Sound, excelling in project planning and client management. Expert in live event production and lighting console operation, I lead cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional experiences. Renowned for creative problem-solving and effective communication, I consistently optimize event execution and enhance client satisfaction.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Event Manager & Organiser
Taher Sound
01.2015 - Current
- Manage project mapping, show sequencing, and coordination between lighting, sound, LED, and stage teams.
- Oversee lighting and VJ operations, supporting live show execution and rehearsals.
- Coordinate pre-event activities including technical recce, vendor alignment, and production timelines.
- Allocate tasks across technical crews to meet quality, cost, and delivery SLAs.
- Monitor ongoing marketing and promotional campaigns for events.
- Act as the single point of contact between clients, artists, vendors, and internal teams during live operations.
- Negotiated with exhibitors, vendors, and venue management for cost-effective solutions and exclusive agreements.
- Managed event flow, stage transitions, and technical adjustments during live events.
- Supported lighting, AV, and production teams to ensure seamless execution.
- Prepared client presentations, proposals, and post-event reports.
- Played a key role in delivering exhibitions, conferences, and promotional events.
Event Executive
Planet Pro Events
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Developed strategic event plans to enhance client satisfaction and engagement.
- Coordinated logistics for multiple high-profile events simultaneously and efficiently.
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of services and products.
- Led cross-functional teams to execute event vision and client objectives seamlessly.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to optimize budgetary allocations for events.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce -
St. Mary's Degree College
Hyderabad01-2013
Skills
- Leadership and ownership
- Effective communication
- Client management
- Time management
- Creative problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Lighting console operation: grandMA3
- Live event production: shows, concerts, weddings, corporate events
- Project planning: visual mapping, cue structuring, timelines
- Production coordination: sound, LED walls, truss, stage setups
- event documentation: run sheets, cue sheets, production plans
Certification
GrandMA3 User Training
MA University, E-Learning Certification, 100%- November 2022
MA University, E-Learning Certification, 100%- November 2022
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Telugu
- Urdu
Timeline
Event Manager & Organiser
Taher Sound
01.2015 - Current
Event Executive
Planet Pro Events
01.2012 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Commerce -
St. Mary's Degree College