Michael Rutland
MIlton
Summary
Solutions oriented leader with extensive background in design and fabrication. Ability to take a project from inception to creation and delivery. Architecture and Engineering background with good ole fashion work ethic. Skilled in all areas of entertainment production and management including audio, lighting, video, and staging. Class A CDL driver capable of getting projects where they need to go, while also understanding how trucking aspect needs to be handled. Logistics expert having expert level experience in all areas of the entertainment industry. Building and fabricating from the age of 12 when i received my first tool set.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Partner
Production & Design Solutions
01.2025 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
Production Manager/Head of Operations
Double A Productions
03.2017 - 01.2025
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products according to customer requirements.
Head of Lighting/ Production Manager/Class A CDL Driver
Event Productions
03.2012 - 03.2017
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
Production Lead
Concert Systems Production Group
02.2007 - 03.2012
- Managed a team of production workers, ensuring timely completion of tasks and adherence to safety protocols.
- Maintained safe work areas by keeping pathways and stations free of hazards and excess waste or materials.
- Improved production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing effective scheduling techniques.
Production Technician
TSC Productions
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions quickly to minimize disruptions in production schedules.
- Assisted in quality control measures by performing routine inspections of products against established standards.
- Performed setup of production equipment to establish optimal performance.
Fabricator
Various Building Industry Jobs
01.1999 - 01.2005
- Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs.
- Operated welding machines and grinders to cut, shape and join metal workpieces.
- Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
- Cut bent, and formed sheet metal and other materials to create metal works.
- Skilled Carpenter from framing to finish carpentry
Musician for Touring Bands
Various Bands
01.1998 - 01.2012
- Expanded musical repertoire through exploration of diverse genres, styles, and techniques.
- Collaborated with fellow musicians for seamless performances and increased audience engagement.
- Scheduled rehearsals with other musicians and choirs.
- Played various instruments professionally, including guitar, bass and others
Education
High School Diploma -
Saint James School
Montgomery, AL05-2003
Skills
- Business management
- Financial analysis
- Customer service
- Project management
- Relationship building
- Operations management
- Strategic planning
- Project estimating
- Staff management
- Business development
- Consulting
- Employee development
- Hiring and staffing
- Decision-making
- Team leadership
- Business leadership
Timeline
Owner/Partner
Production & Design Solutions
01.2025 - Current
Production Manager/Head of Operations
Double A Productions
03.2017 - 01.2025
Head of Lighting/ Production Manager/Class A CDL Driver
Event Productions
03.2012 - 03.2017
Production Lead
Concert Systems Production Group
02.2007 - 03.2012
Production Technician
TSC Productions
01.2006 - 01.2007
Fabricator
Various Building Industry Jobs
01.1999 - 01.2005
Musician for Touring Bands
Various Bands
01.1998 - 01.2012
High School Diploma -
Saint James School
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