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Scott Shepherd

Sun Valley

Summary

Results-driven professional specializing in team leadership and project coordination. Demonstrated success in managing prop inventory and optimizing operations, leading to increased production efficiency and improved customer satisfaction.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Prop

The Music Center: Performing Arts Center Of Los Angeles
Los Angeles
04.2025 - Current
  • Coordinated crew for critical tasks, ensuring seamless stage operations.
  • Collaborated with production teams across departments to achieve organizational goals.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to enhance stage production efficiency.
  • Executed daily responsibilities, including accurate personnel hiring and payroll processing.
  • Facilitated fulfillment of diverse production needs at DCP, including stage and rehearsal rooms.
  • Set up orchestra pit as required to support performances.
  • I have good communication skills: phone, text, email, or face-to-face.

Head Prop

Los Angeles Opera
Los Angeles
01.2020 - Current

Collaborated with directors, stage management, and talent during rehearsals and performances.

Organized crew activities to ensure smooth show operations.

  • Prioritized tasks to fulfill production requirements efficiently.
  • Worked with production teams to meet objectives and resolve presentation-related issues.
  • Good communication skills by phone, text, email, or face-to-face.

Assistant Prop

The Music Center Performing Arts Center Of Los Angeles
Los Angeles
09.2018 - 12.2019

Executed prop duties for performances and events at The Music Center.
Managed setting of orchestra pit to ensure optimal performance conditions.
Conducted stage maintenance to uphold safety and functionality standards.
Fabricated props, contributing to overall production quality and audience experience.

Assistant Carpenter

Los Angeles Opera
Los Angeles
06.2000 - 09.2018
  • Constructed stage sets for opera productions, enhancing overall visual appeal.
  • Operated power tools safely to perform carpentry tasks with precision.
  • Participated in load-in and strike processes, facilitating smooth production transitions.
  • Restored damaged furniture and wooden items using appropriate tools.
  • Served as a technician, traveling to various states and Europe to set up rented shows.
  • Led a crew in set construction and execution of production responsibilities.

Set Prop Master

TV-Sitcoms
Los Angeles
09.1989 - 04.1997
  • Managed prop inventory, ensuring availability for taping sessions and seamless operations.
  • Coordinated prop placement and adjustments to enhance visual continuity during shoots.
  • Oversaw maintenance and repair of props, upholding stringent quality standards.
  • Established vendor relationships to source unique materials and items efficiently.
  • Supervised team of Prop Assistants to optimize production workflow.
  • Sourced specific items from rental houses or vendors as needed for various projects.
  • Organized procurement paperwork for both new and rented items from external sources.
  • Reviewed scripts to determine design requirements and prop specifications.

Carpenter/Welder

Scenic Shops
Los Angeles
09.1983 - 1997
  • Employed carpenter and welding tools for precision in construction projects.

Constructed scenery for television sitcoms and award shows.

  • Created floats for Disneyland parades using diverse power tools.
  • I can read and follow blueprints.

Education

High School Diploma -

John Burroughs High School
Burbank, CA
06-1982

Skills

  • Stage operations and management
  • Customer relationship management
  • Team leadership and collaboration
  • Effective communication skills
  • Problem solving and analysis
  • Attention to detail
  • Maintenance and repair expertise
  • Multitasking abilities
  • Organizational skills
  • Dependability and responsibility
  • Fabrication techniques

Timeline

Head Prop

The Music Center: Performing Arts Center Of Los Angeles
04.2025 - Current

Head Prop

Los Angeles Opera
01.2020 - Current

Assistant Prop

The Music Center Performing Arts Center Of Los Angeles
09.2018 - 12.2019

Assistant Carpenter

Los Angeles Opera
06.2000 - 09.2018

Set Prop Master

TV-Sitcoms
09.1989 - 04.1997

Carpenter/Welder

Scenic Shops
09.1983 - 1997

High School Diploma -

John Burroughs High School
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