Creative Tech Guru
I work in a variety of technically creative roles from theatrical and concert lighting and sound design, web and application software development, business development and some freelance photography. I've worked in both sacred and secular venues from houses of worship, musical theatre and outdoor concerts & festivals.
- Website: www.jasonjolson.com
- City: Billings, MT, USA
- Prior: Greater San Francisco Area
- College: William Jessup Univ
- Freelance: Available
Currently I am really enjoying mentoring the next generation in the performing arts, while working as the House LD for a House of Worship venue, as well as code maintenance on a legacy production software.
Mentoring
I have become the person I am today more from the mentoring, training and connections that were given to me, more than just pure tenacity could every achieve. For that reason, it is critical that I not only pass on what I've learned to the next generation, but provide them the opportunities to grow beyond what I could imagine for myself.
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Experience
With professional experience spanning multiple industries for several decades... knowledge and wisdom combined....
Live Production
Theatrical Lighting Design
1988 - Present
Lighting design for multiple theatrical productions, including local community and school productions of:
- South Pacific #2
- MacBeth
- Godspell
- A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
- Dozens of dance recitals
- Multiple broadway review shows
Live Production Lighting & Sound
1990 - Present
Staff lighting tech for 3B Entertainment in San Jose, California (90s). Initially the conventional light op, and eventually the moving light operator. Worked at major venues including the Arco Arena, Cow Palace, HP Pavilion and many other venues. Additionally provided indepedent lighting contract for-hire work (90's to present).
Live sound reinforcement for hundreds of bands performing at venues large and small throughout Northern California & San Francisco Bay Area. House tech for various nightclubs.
Theatrical Sound Design
1988 - 2000
Sound design for multiple theatrical productions, including local community and school productions of:
- South Pacific #1
- Glass Menagerie
- Guys and Dolls
- Butterflies are Free
- Bullshot Crummond
Software Development
Windows Application Programming: C++ & VB
2020 - Present
Took over primary code maintenance for several LOB applications which were written in legacy VB and C++ / .NET 3.5 frameworks.
Tech stack: JetBrains Suite (Rider, CLion), GitHub, and working knowledge of Visual StudioWeb-Dev: html, css, js, php, mysql
1992 - Present
Full stack developer, with an emphesis on back end & business processes; coding websites prior the release of CSS or images on the net. Modern frameworks; equally comfortable in OOP and procedural styles/standards.
Tech stack: PHPStorm (IDE), GitHub, Symfony Framework, Vue.JSC & C+
1990 - 2000
Primiarly used for creating line of business middleware, custom API, data management and anaylisys.
6502 Assembly, Basic & Pascal
1980's
Programming in basic and assembly for the 6502 processor in the mid-80s; DOS style programs with a focus on memory efficiency.
Other Professional Experience
Photography
Photographic skills used for commercial marketing and promotion. Emphasis on live action & theatrical (low light) environments, but comfortable in a studio environment.
Tech stack: Canon DSLR Full frame, prime lenses, and Adobe LightroomRecent Blog Posts
Mastering the Art of Dynamic Concert Lighting: A Guide to Rocking the Stage with Busking and Cue Stacks
A Pragmatic Perspective on the Role of a Dedicated Broadcast Audio Mix Engineers in Churches
Balancing Spontaneity and Structure: Effective Worship Leadership
Balancing Act: Two approaches to Equalization in Professional Audio
BMD ATEM Video Issue [Solved]
Live Production Artists & Clients
Over the prior 30 years I have enjoyed working with artist of all sizes, including:
Venues
Lighting
Sound
Production
Church Integration Work
In Collaboration With...
Services
Business Applications
Consulting with businesses on customized software solutions for their Line of Business Needs.
Technical Arts Mentoring
Mentoring people of all ages in the technical theatrical and live event markets.
Photography
Professional photography for live events, especially theatrical, low light, or high action events.
Lighting Design
Lighting Design, Programming and Operating services - from theatrical, house of worship, or live entertainment.
Testimonials
Various testimonials from clients, employers, colleagues, etc.