Candidates About

 

Benoit Laberge 

Objective:

To obtain a position as Designer or Assistant Art Director (with focus on set design for TV, film, stage, and set decoration) within art and / or production design organization.

 

Summary:

 

Definitely good with communication skills, great at making decision, self motivated, leader skills, team-working skills, creativity and problem solving, dedicated professional with considerable design with CAD experience, working on set design and drafting for movie, TV, theater, construction documents, CNC file, and architectural drafting. Passion for creative aspects of developing space and dressing it. Prepared by 2018 for 2D construction and CNC files in similar environments. Broad, in-depth knowledge of construction techniques and supervision, including QC, meeting deadlines, and creating spaces from scratch.

 

Computer Skills:

 

AutoCAD 2018, Photoshop, Illustrator CS2, Photoshop 5, En Route 3-4, CNC Multicam 1000-3000 series, Drafting DXF & EPS Files; entry level with VertorWorks, RIVET 2018 and SKETCHUP 2017

 

Professional Experience:

 

LVH (THERN), Duarte, CA, 01/23/2017 to 08/11/2017

RMF (Regional Manufacture Facility owned by Thern; manufactures rigging systems for all theater flyloft systems and installations. DSA regulated projects.

Technical Design Department

·       Supported system design for theater and entertainment market; selected products, laid out systems, and provided system support to meet customer lifting needs. Reported to Drafting Coordinator.

·       Created final working / construction drawings with CAD2018-2D for manufacturing items used in fly loft of theaters; 100% involved in all specifications (including creation of B.O.M. spreadsheets).

·       Worked on as many as seven projects simultaneously; created drawings for metal brackets, T-Bar, T-Wall, I-BEAM, Wall Knee, Pipes, Batten, and welding notes.

·       Contributed to all meetings for CAD design drawing with Shipping Department and Shop Foreman.

·       Created all parts number and provided for dimensions.

·       Created template drawing for internal parts-building; expedited drawing process.

·       Developed floor plan for Shipping Department, visually organized B.O.M. bill to improve use by all parties.

 

SCENIC HIGHLIGHTS, Sun Valley, CA, 02/2016 to 05/2016

Providers of metal shop, welding, painting, special effects, carving, graphic painting, CNC, and steel deck rental to TV, film, theater, commercial, and industrial markets

AutoCAD Drafter

·       Served as sole on-site creator of AutoCAD drawings; worked from rough sketches and concepts created by engineers, architects, and customers.

·       Provided construction drawings for package for Walt Disney and large-scale trophy for TV-Land Awards.  

·       Also created documentation for drawing specifications with dimensions, material used, and welding symbol.

·       Contributed to drawing review meetings.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LEXINGTON, Pacoima, CA, 08/2013 to 04/2015

Theme park, TV set / film builder, CNC productions, and sculpture services provider

Drafter

·       Drafted working documents for animated figures and architectural elements (show sets); also created files for CNC Department to cut.

·       Projects included - Harry Potter Theme Park, FL, Universal Studio, Walt Disney Shanghai, Castle Walk-Through (Solid Work PDF to workable CAD drawing for Walt Disney Imaginary (CAD standard). Cinderella Cruise Ship - Walt Disney, and Sesame Street, the Tour.

·       Drafted construction (working) AutoCAD drawings for all show set elements, including moldings, floor, corniches, chimney, windows, and steps.

ACME MADE IN AMERICA, City of Commerce, CA, 02/2011 to 08/2012

Set builder for film, theater, and TV, also, builders of kiosk / booths for shopping malls

CNC Operator

·       Ran CNC machines as programmer / operator; pathed files for machine to cut into design.

·       Also served as CNC multicam 3000 operator and did some programming work with CAD and EnRoute 4.

 

DC Stages, Los Angeles, CA, 04/2012 to 06/2012

Provider of 35 film sets under one roof sets

Set Decorator

·       Oversaw decorations for pre-existing stages; set-up and ensured consistently high level of operations quality.

·       Paid close attention to styles, periods, and décor for multiple TV and film projects.

 

AMERICAN NEONICS INC., North Hollywood, CA, 02/01/2006 to 04/04/2013

Provider of custom-made signage and installation for Film, TV, and architectural industries

Art Director, CNC Programmer, and Operator of Multicam 1000

·         Assisted owner with manufacturing coordination and Art Department production design communication.

·         Major customers included: film - Transformer I-II, Avengers, Thor (Marvel, 2011), and such stores as Macy’s, Tiffany, BMW, many TV show’s signs, Academy Awards, Golden Globes, Emmy Awards, and Grammy’s.

·         Initiated and built Art Department from the ground up

·         Maintained low inventory by creating and implementing recycling system.

SCENERY WEST, North Hollywood, CA, 01/03/2005 to 01/31/2006

Builder of custom sets for the TV, film, and stage industries

Stage Scenery Designer – CAD Drafter (Art Department) Level One

·       Provided construction drawings for such projects as Sesame Street, Dubai Theme Park, and Walt Disney Cinderella Cruise Line

 

BENOIT LABERGE Productions, Los Angeles, CA, 2013 to Present

Film production company that provides voice overs, set design, art direction, and actors

Director, Designer, Producer, and Casting

·       Design and build sets and provide wardrobe and casting; films include “De-Terminator” The Adventure of Leon,” and “Come to Me.”

 

ISMO DESIGN INC., Los Angeles, CA, 1994 to 07/2017

Provider of set designs, interior designs, sign designs; served as general contractor for multiple home repairs in Toronto and Los Angeles.

 

 

KLCS-TV 58 – Los Angeles, Ca.        Stage hand for various PBC in house Shows             1/1997 to 12/1997

1061 W. Temple Street, LA, CA. 90012

213-625-6958

•          Stagehand

•          Construct the sets in the studio for (6) different shows, as Carpenter, Painter, as well as striking sets once show wrapped.

 

 

Fresh Concept – Los Angeles, Ca.        Designer, driver                                                   6/1996 to 1/1997

•          Interior Designer Assistant Flower arrangements

•          Party Planner and Decorator for weddings and convention, as well as Christmas and all events at the Hyatt and Montrose Hotels.

 

 

 

ISMO DESIGN INC (est. 1994) President and supervisor. Estimator and designer.     1994 to July 2017

Various renovation supervision for residential and commercial in Canada and USA. Including trade research (floor, tile, custom made items, paint, window treatment, complete renovation excluding structure, and good landscaping hands on and designer.

Estimate research involving 5 quotes for each trade to be involved in the project.

Some Knowledge of OSHA involvement, Health Department, ABC and some code regulations associated to the project.

Director of production, drafting, interior design and sets design. Sign design and installation supervisor.

Complete concept for construction drawings of various show set for installation by others using AutoCAD2018.

Visual merchandise display including; luggage, jewels, bed linens, shoes, women and men’s clothing.

(Complete visual and display design concept) as well auction display for various venues.

Fabric choice, color, floor plan and many other design concepts to create a space with inspiration for any TV set and Film Set, commercial and residential.

 

AVANTI Inc        Interior Design Services.                                                                                  1994 to 1995

                                Partnership owner. Estimating, budgeting, drafting and SUPERVISOR                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Complete renovation services including trade involvement, ESTIMATING the whole project from new flooring, new windows, complete kitchen and bathroom renovation, custom made items, plumbing, new electrical, drywall and partitions, structural by others with engineer and architect involvement for safety. Completing the project within the budget.

 

LACC and USC                                                                                                                                   to

•          Student Project Theater Academy-LACC Los Angeles, CA

•          Master carpenter/set designer/prop master

•          Design the 9 sets for Short Play Festival 1999. Master carpenter for Services Rendered.

•          Design the props for “Marisol”.

•          Light Designer: “Lady Windermere’s Fan”, “The Way of the World”.

•          Set Designer for Dance Show GALLERY, USC

•          Set Designer for Les Liaisons Dangereuses, USC

 

 

Education & Professional Development:

 

LATTC, Los Angeles, CA 2016-present- Pursuing certificates in Architecture and Real Estate

University of Southern California, Los Angeles, 2002-2004, BFA-Set Design, Theater

Set Designer for Dance Show “Gallery,” and play “Les Liaisons Dangereuse.”

LACC- Los Angeles, CA, 1998-2002- Theatre Academy-Certificate-Set design theater major, Associate of Arts

Student Project Theater Academy, Master carpenter, set designer, prop master, Designed nine sets for Short Play Festival, Design backdrop idea for “Marisol”, Light Designer: “Lady Windermere’s Fan,” and “The Way of the World”

Ryerson University Toronto, Canada-1993-1996 - Interior Design Assistants Certificate.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Associations and Affiliations

 

USITT Southern California Division - 2000 to present

SAG/AFTRA nominating committee member, SAG/AFTRA Award 2016

ASID-Allied Member # 1961132 2016-present

SAG/AFTRA member (11313672) since 2014 to present

OSHA 30 hours of safety 07/2017

 

 

•          OSHA training course 30 hours Safety Certification

•          CBEST (California Basic Educational Skills Test) Pursuing the qualification with writing.

•          Forklift Academy Certification for Type 1 forklift (Electric sitting, manual pallet jack) 02/20/2017-2020

        As per OSHA regulation.

•          LATTC – Pursuing a certificate in Architecture August 2016 to---present

•          LATTC – Pursuing a certificate in Real Estate August 20167 to---present

•          University of Southern California Los Angeles,   2002 to 2004 BFA-Set Design-Theater

•          LACC- Los Angeles, CA with a Theatre Academy-Certificate-Set design theater major, and Associate of Art Degree – 1998 to 2002

•          1994 to 1996 Ryerson University Toronto, Canada Interior Design Assistants Certificate.

•          Study of drafting, color, texture, construction materials and technique. Period and style. Free hand drawing. Studied Business aspects of Interior Design.

•          AutoCAD drafting, Illustrator CS2, Photoshop 5, En Route 3-4, Rivet (beginner) Sketchup 13 (beginning) CNC Multicam 1000-3000

       1000-3000 series.

•          CPR & First Aid Certified Los Angeles July/24/ 2015 to July 2017 (Adult, Child, Infant CPR)

•          Tactile training for film with M4, AK47, MP5, 9mm pistol.

 

Awards / Accolades

 

USITT Southern California Division 2000 to present

SAG/AFTRA nominating committee member SAG/AFTRA Award 2016

ASID-Allied Member # 1961132

CPR/First Aid certified till July 2019

SAG/AFTRA member since 2014    11313672

Member of the National Dean’s List Dignitas since February 2004

Member of the National Scholars Honor Society, USA since October 2002

USC student at the National Design Showcase May 2004 at UCLA

Transfer Merit scholarship at USC 2002 - 2004

Pendleton Scholarship USC, 2002 - 2004

President and Dean’s list at LACC.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CNC

CNC programmer and operator: EnRoute 3-4, Multicam 1000-3000,

CAD 2018 and Illustrator CS2

 

Film:

Marvel THOR 2011

Guy's Choice 2010 
American Idol 
C.B.S TV 
Bill Maher Show

Family Game Night 2010 
Queen of Soul 
The Newly Wed 
Cirque Du Soleil 
 
Stores CO.: 
Kakhi Signature 
Dodger Stadium 
Gucci 
Juicy Couture 
Liz Claibourne 
Macy's 
Magic Johnson 
Tiffany Co. 
Room and Board 
Tom Ford 
Lanvin 
BMW 
Caesar's Palace 
24 Hours Fitness 
ABC 
Baskin BR Robbins 
Bay Films 
BMW 
Dolce Gabbana 
Eddie Bauer 
Gucci 
Goodwill, BR.Hilton 
NFL Replay 
Tiffany Co 
Fresh 
Juicy Couture 
A/X Armani 
French Connection 
Ann Taylor 
Ann Taylor Loft 
Dress Barn 
Bvlgary 

 

 

RESTAURANTS: 
KOI 
Mc Donalds 
Jack in the Box 
Quiznos Subs 
Toppers Pizza 
Fatburger 
 
FOOT WEAR STORES: 
Foot Locker 
Lady Foot Locker 
FootAction U.S.A

Young and Restless 2009

Watchman 2009

MTV 2008

Universal Studio SIMPSONS RIDE 2008

Universal Walk Sign 2008 
Soloist 2007 
X-Man 2011 
Transformer I and II

On the Lot 2007 
Academy Awards 
Golden Globes 
Emmy Awards 
Jag 
Hollywood Square 
Grammys 
Latin Grammys

5th grader

Oscars 2007

Carson Daly 2007

Alma Awards 2007
ABC "The Ranch Project" 2011 WALT DISNEY

VICTORIA'S SECRET: "SEXY" 2006 
 
ENTERTAINMENT PROJECTS: 
Joan Rivers 
George Lopez Show

 
SIGN DESIGN 
HOTEL on Melrose

American Neonic Inc
REPLAY on Vermont 
 
AutoCAD DRAFTING 

Disneyland Tokyo Topieries

TV Land network Trophee
Sesame Street 
Dubai Dinosaur Theme Park 
Walt Disney Cruise Line Cinderella 2005
City Plan Drafting for Permit 
 

COMMERCIAL/VIDEO: 
Twitter 
Chase Bank 
Corolla Stage 
Hot Set 
Skate Board Co. 
T-Mobile 
Bank of Montreal 
Chrysler 
Barbie

 

YORKVILLE’s Store Display:

Visual merchandise display for high quality fashion boutiques:

Le Caprice De Marie-Claude

JF Martell

Cartier accessories store

Avanti
Including; luggage, jewels, bed linens, shoes, women and men's clothing. (Complete 
design concept)

 

Store Design:

Picture Me Store

Marcello Store

Various Home Interior Design