Gunner Palmer

gunnerpaler0@gmail.com

(773) 682-9496

Chicago IL

 Summary

Event designer/producer with more than 10 years of experience in putting together large scale events in the entertainment industry. I do this by providing unique works of art and design, managing numerous projects at once, and handling key roles in each organization, including: designer, fabricator, entrepreneur, figurehead, problem solver, negotiator and team member.

Highlights

● Continuously trying to innovate elements from artistry to everyday life.

● Detail oriented artist that accounts for every position in every design and artwork.

● Mastery of event construction/design and knowledge of unique techniques.

● Development of effective structures and highly efficient procedures within each organization that I have operated in.

● The understanding of event operations from the artistry to the management of the event.

Experience

Designer, Fear City, Chicago IL - 2014 - 2015

● Detailed painting on large scenes throughout the attraction.

● Completing set dressing throughout.

● In line actor entertainment throughout the run of the attraction.

Creator, Big City Sets, Chicago IL - 2014 - 2016

● Constructing sets and design input.

● Assisted the art director/producer to ensure the project exceeds standards.

● Worked on projects such as large Christmas installations, super bowl commercials, etc.

Designer/Producer, Six Flags Great America - 2016 - 2021

● Designer/producer of events and operations.

● Ensured multi million dollar projects stayed within budgets.

● Worked with companies such as Coca-Cola, CBS film, Sprint etc to execute visions

● Leader of 40+ crews guiding/teaching large projects at hand to meet overall goal

● Producer of first Christmas event as well as Fright Fest welcoming thousands each season

Supervisor, React Presents - 2019 - 2020

● Supervision of ID check ensuring staff worked together to process large crowds.

● Worked within lost and found at times as well as traffic control.

● Guided event egress within a team to ensure guests were directed to the right places.

Creative Director, We love pop ups - 2020 - Present

● Designer of large art installations and overall event experience.

● Creator of concepts.

● Leader of large crews ensuring events open on time and exceed expectations.

● Event operations manager, running events during peak times, managing staff, handling guest experiences and making sure events run smoothly and safely.

● Operator of large festivals/clubs throughout the season.

References upon request