David Ryan Speer

David Ryan Speer

Vice President

Los Angeles, CA
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Summary

Hands-on vice president with 6+ years experience in the events industry. Known for a strategic and focused approach to building and leading successful projects and efficient inspired teams.

Multi-faceted, efficient, and reliable professional with diverse & well-rounded skill sets covering client relations, event and project management, creative problem solving, logistics coordination, visual communication, and design. Excellent interpersonal, phone, digital communication, and collaborative skills.

Experience

2015 Mar - Present
Vice President
Iconic Event Studios / Los Angeles, CA

Iconic Event Studios is one of the premiere boutique event agencies on the West Coast, producing large to mid scale events across the country, ranging from non-profit fund-raisers, to weddings and epic social events with up to 1500 guests.

Leads a team of 30+ employees with compassion, inspiration, and dedication. Oversees the creation of visual designs and budgets for presentation to client. Regularly presents and reviews plans directly interacting with clients and c-level executives. Manages a team for digital asset creation and event identity creation. Tracks team progress shifting internal support where needed.

  • Managed budgets of over $8,000,000, coordinating a wide array of vendors across multiple disciplines
  • Designed and programmed inventory tracking software to streamline event inventory and create structure for the event logistics team while protecting valuable inventory
  • Created weekly production meetings to increase internal communication and assess status of current projects, at-risk tasks, and vendors needing support
2012 Jan - 2016 Dec
3D Designer
Lynn Kegan Designs / Los Angeles, CA
  • Created 3D renders, images, & graphics for use in visuals and technical build documents
  • Worked closely with designer Lynn Kegan to visualize designs and presentations for clients in the entertainment industry and restaurant scenes in Los Angeles, Denver, and across the country.
2013 May - 2016 Mar
Production Designer
Iconic Event Studios / Los Angeles, CA

Worked across multiple design platforms to create unique and inspiring events for a wide array of clients and industries. Managed digital collateral for printing, video assets, and documents for all related vendors.

  • Standardized visual presentations and CAD layouts to streamline the visual creation process
  • Designed unique and creative elements for re-use across multi-year events creating client savings
  • Maintained company website and digital on-line presence across multiple social media platforms
2011 Jan - 2013 May
Production Associate
Iconic Event Studios / Los Angeles, CA

Managed headliner talent, contracts, and riders on-site and prior to events. Coordinated with tour and production managers in advance and on-site to ensure successful productions and on-time performances.

  • Reviewed all talent technical and hospitality riders for company compliance and recommended suitable changes
  • Oversaw stage management and catering entities to ensure smooth handling of major headliner talent
  • Worked closely with vendors and primary coordinators to create efficient and flowing CAD layouts

Education

2006 - 2010
University of Cincinnati: College-Conservatory
​Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theater & Design / Theater, Design

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