Gregg Gopon
1206 Riverwood Drive
Algonquin, Illinois 60102
(847) 706-1966 (Pager)
JRCGBG2@HOTMAIL.com
Objective: To further utilize my already gained knowledge and experience in music production support, production planning/promotion, disk jockey/emcee, stage manager, and related jobs as a member of your organization. My goal is to step up to the next level of music production, coordination, programming and scheduling and be an asset in the entertainment world. I am willing to work in any area of your organization that could effectively utilize my experience/skills, further develop my experience/skills, and eventually place me in positions of increased responsibilities.
Experience
1990 – Present
Various single event production support provided for many groups, including the following: Gorespawn, Figure H8, Drop, Withdrawal, Rellik, Hate Eternal, Deicide, Dope, Six Feet Under, Nile, Arch Enemy, Origin, Disinter, Factory 81, Unloco, Lung Brush, In Spite Of You.
1980 – Present
“G”, c/o Mr. Gregg Gopon (dba “G”), 1206 Riverwood Drive, Algonquin, Illinois 60102
On a freelance basis, discover, represent and book musical acts/talents through various venues and agencies. Act as a referral source to fill needs for DJ’s, emcees, karaoke hosts, video operators, light operators and sound production.
2001 – Present
A HEAVYCORE “Commando” – www.heavycore.org.
To promote, support and represent local/national Heavycore acts. Involved with production (pre/post), roadie, liaison to such talent and similar tasks. Make and distribute general flyers, etc.
1996 – 2003
Club Exotica, c/o Mr. Matt Rapp or Mr. Don Devlin, 33 W. 491 Roosevelt Road, Geneva, Illinois
Act as DJ, emcee, talent coordinator, musical programmer, lightboard operator, mixer, re-mixer, and entry control specialist.
2001 –Present
GORESPAWN (a heavy core band)
Act as stage manager, production manager and tour manager.
1998 – 2001
Rocky Vander’s Restaurant and Bar, c/o George or Jimmy Sellis, 698 Milwaukee Avenue, Prospect Heights, Illinois 60070
Act as DJ and provide door security.
1993 – 1996
Tommy’s Mardi Gras and Yacht Club, c/o Sharon or Tommy, 1621 N. Mannheim Road, Stone Park, Illinois
Act as DJ, emcee, re-mixer, public address announcer, lightboard operator and musical programmer.
1990-1996
Sound Audio visual and Lighting, c/o Mr. C. Etian, Wheeling, Illinois
Plan, configure, load and unload mobile DJ set-ups and sounds for live acts. Set up displays for expositions. Do stage set up and tear down. Act as light operator and follow-spot operator. Provide production, promotion and artist representation (A&R). Provide security and act as public relations representative.
1990 –1993
Stay-Out All Night Disco, c/o Mr. Bill Robbinette, 1616 N. Mannheim Road, Stone Park, Illinois
Act as head DJ. Also act as emcee, karaoke host, video jockey. Do set up and tear down for live musical acts. Act as mixer, re-mixer, public address announcer, and music programmer. Provide public relations promotion and production support.
1985 – 1988
U. S. Air Force
As an Air Passenger Specialist, manifested and boarded/off-loaded passengers and baggage on military aircraft. Attended U. S. Air Force Security Police Academy.
References or contact phone numbers provided on request.
Gregg Gopon
1206 Riverwood Drive
Algonquin, Illinois 60102
(847) 706-1966 (Pager)
JRCGBG2@HOTMAIL.com
Objective: To further utilize my already gained knowledge and experience in music production support, production planning/promotion, disk jockey/emcee, stage manager, and related jobs as a member of your organization. My goal is to step up to the next level of music production, coordination, programming and scheduling and be an asset in the entertainment world. I am willing to work in any area of your organization that could effectively utilize my experience/skills, further develop my experience/skills, and eventually place me in positions of increased responsibilities.
Experience
1990 – Present
Various single event production support provided for many groups, including the following: Gorespawn, Figure H8, Drop, Withdrawal, Rellik, Hate Eternal, Deicide, Dope, Six Feet Under, Nile, Arch Enemy, Origin, Disinter, Factory 81, Unloco, Lung Brush, In Spite Of You.
1980 – Present
“G”, c/o Mr. Gregg Gopon (dba “G”), 1206 Riverwood Drive, Algonquin, Illinois 60102
On a freelance basis, discover, represent and book musical acts/talents through various venues and agencies. Act as a referral source to fill needs for DJ’s, emcees, karaoke hosts, video operators, light operators and sound production.
2001 – Present
A HEAVYCORE “Commando” – www.heavycore.org.
To promote, support and represent local/national Heavycore acts. Involved with production (pre/post), roadie, liaison to such talent and similar tasks. Make and distribute general flyers, etc.
1996 – 2003
Club Exotica, c/o Mr. Matt Rapp or Mr. Don Devlin, 33 W. 491 Roosevelt Road, Geneva, Illinois
Act as DJ, emcee, talent coordinator, musical programmer, lightboard operator, mixer, re-mixer, and entry control specialist.
2001 –Present
GORESPAWN (a heavy core band)
Act as stage manager, production manager and tour manager.
1998 – 2001
Rocky Vander’s Restaurant and Bar, c/o George or Jimmy Sellis, 698 Milwaukee Avenue, Prospect Heights, Illinois 60070
Act as DJ and provide door security.
1993 – 1996
Tommy’s Mardi Gras and Yacht Club, c/o Sharon or Tommy, 1621 N. Mannheim Road, Stone Park, Illinois
Act as DJ, emcee, re-mixer, public address announcer, lightboard operator and musical programmer.
1990-1996
Sound Audio visual and Lighting, c/o Mr. C. Etian, Wheeling, Illinois
Plan, configure, load and unload mobile DJ set-ups and sounds for live acts. Set up displays for expositions. Do stage set up and tear down. Act as light operator and follow-spot operator. Provide production, promotion and artist representation (A&R). Provide security and act as public relations representative.
1990 –1993
Stay-Out All Night Disco, c/o Mr. Bill Robbinette, 1616 N. Mannheim Road, Stone Park, Illinois
Act as head DJ. Also act as emcee, karaoke host, video jockey. Do set up and tear down for live musical acts. Act as mixer, re-mixer, public address announcer, and music programmer. Provide public relations promotion and production support.
1985 – 1988
U. S. Air Force
As an Air Passenger Specialist, manifested and boarded/off-loaded passengers and baggage on military aircraft. Attended U. S. Air Force Security Police Academy.
References or contact phone numbers provided on request.
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