Go for Nate...
A creative lighting professional with my extensive production background will be a valuable addition to your team.
During my fifteen years in show production, I have performed and managed every aspect of production.
From lighting design to show-site crew chief, I have adapted my capabilities to grow into various roles. I have managed the day to day tasks of production, including front-end paperwork, equipment repairs, and warehouse inventory. I know the intricacies of producing shows in a variety of venues; sandy beach sets to small clubs and studios, to the largest arenas and stadiums.
My broad range of experiences and my commitment to production excellence will be indispensable to your team. I am ambitious, creative, and technically skilled.
Please see my CV for details of my work experiences and technical training.
Story Story
Nathaniel was born in Maine, relocated to New Orleans and Massachusetts before High School.
His journey with lighting began during High School Theatre, mastering power, hanging, and programming conventional lighting. At Full Sail University, he delved into intelligent lighting.
Post-college, Nathaniel spent 4 years with Carnival Cruise lines as a Lighting Technician, handling repairs, firing pyro, and operating Vegas-style review shows.
After his cruise ship stint, Nathaniel returned to New Orleans, joining a production company as a repair tech. Swiftly promoted to full-time show and shop tech, he rose to L1 and crew chief, managing various productions. Within a year, he became the Lighting Department Manager, overseeing every piece of lighting gear leaving the facility. In his three years with the production company, Nathaniel managed shows of all sizes, from corporate breakouts to multi-million dollar private events.
He contributed to live activations for professional sports, including the NFL Draft, NBA Opening Night, and NCAA Football Playoff Concert Series. His preferred events were concerts and festivals where he provided gear and operators.
Currently, Nathaniel tours with Modest Mouse for the majority of the year. When scheduling permits, he fills in for artists like New Found Glory, Neck Deep, The Used, and We The Kings. His tour responsibilities encompass design, programming, rental organization, and daily show lighting obligations.
Open to new touring offers, Nathaniel invites inquiries through his portal, email, or social media links. Explore more about his past work in his Portfolio.