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VISHAL BATHEJA

Tech Stage Manager / Stage Show Lighting Designer
New Delhi
VISHAL BATHEJA

Summary

Personal declaration A conscientious and professional person, in search of progress in a professional environment. Seeks and retains a full-time position that provides professional challenges using interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem solving skills.

Overview

18
years of professional experience
9
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Carnival Cruise Line

Floor / Backstage Tech
10.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Presently working as Backstage Tech Position formally known as Floor Tech with Carnival
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Educated cast and crew members on evacuation scenarios for emergency situations during rehearsals and show operations.
  • Remained highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results.

Stage Tech, Jalesh Cruises INDIA, Jalesh Cruises

Stage Technician
08.2019 - 03.2020

Job overview

  • Job profile was working back stage in the theatre for Broadway production shows of
  • Entertainment Plus (Under Spark Co-operative, USA)
  • It also includes checking safety ofcast, props and rigging along with Lights and smoke machines Maintenance inside auditorium onboard.

AMP, Lights & AV, P&O Cruises UK

Assistant Manager Productions
12.2018 - 03.2019

Job overview


  • Handled minor repairs and routine upkeep on lighting equipment by replacing lamps and filters.
  • Enhanced lighting with use of dimmers and computerized timing controls.
  • Minimized risk of fire or electrical shock by using optimal safety procedures.
  • Installed scaffolding, ladders and cranes for equipment setup and management.
  • Implemented automated systems or set up manual controls to manage production lighting.
  • Followed lighting design plan to select fixtures and control settings.
  • Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Checked lighting and music against production plans and quickly addressed issues.
  • Arranged production schedules for up to 15 cast members and technical crew.
  • Educated cast and crew members on evacuation scenarios for emergency situations during rehearsals and show operations.
  • Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.

P&O Cruises UK

Stage Crew
12.2014 - 12.2018

Job overview

  • Joined Company as Stage Crew with P&O Cruises, UK (under Carnival Corporation UK)
  • Worked as stage crew on back stage in the theatre for production shows of Headliners
  • Theatre Company
  • It also includes checking safety of cast, props and rigging along with giving clearance to automation personnel to fire the cues (same duties what stage managerdoes on Stage Left)
  • Stepped up two times as Deputy Production Technician (DPT) for several months in which managed to operate lights and camera both together for live cabaret shows and broadcastinglive footage on screens.

Day Dreamers Foundation, Theatre

Lighting Operator / Technician
04.2011 - 09.2013

Job overview

  • Designed lights for theatre act performances for more than fifteen different shows
  • Worked as Light Designer for Various Shows and Various Venues in Delhi NCR Region for theatre shows
  • Radio Jockey & Producer

CommonWealth Express Train, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Govt of India

Freelance Anchor
08.2011 - 10.2011

Job overview

Appreciated for work as anchor in CWE exhibition train organized by Department of Information Technology (Ministry of Communication and Information Technology).

  • Attended press conferences and other media events to gather relevant information and quotes for stories.

Radio One

Recording Tech (Intern)
01.1994 - 01.2003

Job overview

  • Worked as intern with Radio-One for two months in which I was responsible for all the work related to Production, Programming, Copywriting and outdoor activity. It also included assisting the Producer and RJ for Evening Drive Time
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.

Education

CBSE
New Delhi, India

High School Diploma
05.2003 - 02.2007

University Overview

Deshbandhu College, University Of Delhi
New Delhi, India

Bachelor of Arts from Arts
03.2007 - 03.2012

University Overview

Skills

Up to date industry knowledge of latest equipmentundefined

Community Involvement, Photography, travel

Community Involvement, Photography, travel

Community Involvement : volunteering shows initiative, empathy, and the ability to see beyond my personal interests. On top of this, volunteering teaches organizational skills, teamwork, and leadership. 


Photography : After all, photography takes creativity, interpersonal skills, and even technical skills


Travel : Curious to learn new things, experience new cultures, and meet new people, Well-organized and adaptable to new situations and people and Not afraid to step out of my comfort zone.

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Quote

The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney

Timeline

Floor / Backstage Tech
Carnival Cruise Line
10.2022 - Current
Stage Technician
Stage Tech, Jalesh Cruises INDIA, Jalesh Cruises
08.2019 - 03.2020
Assistant Manager Productions
AMP, Lights & AV, P&O Cruises UK
12.2018 - 03.2019
Stage Crew
P&O Cruises UK
12.2014 - 12.2018
Freelance Anchor
CommonWealth Express Train, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Govt of India
08.2011 - 10.2011
Lighting Operator / Technician
Day Dreamers Foundation, Theatre
04.2011 - 09.2013
Deshbandhu College, University Of Delhi
Bachelor of Arts from Arts
03.2007 - 03.2012
CBSE
High School Diploma
05.2003 - 02.2007
Recording Tech (Intern)
Radio One
01.1994 - 01.2003
VISHAL BATHEJATech Stage Manager / Stage Show Lighting Designer