About Me
Josh Smart
Event Technology Specialist
Niina marni. I proudly live, work and study on the ancestral lands of the Kaurna people, Tarntanya, Kaurna Yarta. The Kaurna people are the traditional custodians of the Adelaide region and I respect their spiritual beliefs and relationship with the land, which remains as important to the living Kaurna people today.
I am an entrepreneur and professional in the event management and technology sectors, with a keen focus on innovation and sustainability. As owner of Smart Event Management, I specialise in a wide array of services including the organisation of live events, provision of audio visual equipment rental and sales, system installation, live streaming, and event technology solutions. My business represents my dedication to delivering high-quality, cutting-edge services that meet the dynamic needs of the industry.
In addition to my business ventures, I am actively involved in community service, holding roles in organisations such as St John SA and Big Sing McLaren Vale. These volunteer positions enable me to leverage my professional skills for community enrichment and development. Concurrently, I am enhancing my academic and professional credentials by pursuing an MBA at the University of South Australia. This academic pursuit is a testament to my commitment to continuous learning and leadership development in my field.
Resumé
Summary
Josh Smart
Innovative and results-driven event production manager with 15 years of experience designing and developing face-to-face and hybrid events from initial concept to final, polished deliverable.
- 66 Waterhouse Road, South Plympton SA 5038
- +61 423 222 624
- hello@joshsmart.au
Education
Master of Business Administration
2022 - 2024
University of South Australia
The UniSA Master of Business Administration (MBA) has been designed for experienced managers and enterprising leaders. It has a strong practical focus on senior management decision-making and embeds the latest in management and leadership research.
Bachelor of Business (Management)
2020 - 2022
University of South Australia
Modern managers are skilled problem solvers – they organise people, manage money and leverage technology to achieve business objectives. In this degree, I developed key business disciplines through industry and business-focused courses. I built on my existing knowledge and skills in managing resources and projects, addressing emerging issues, and recognising the importance of innovation.
Diploma of Project Management
2022
Scouts Australia Institute of Training
Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services
2019
TAFE SA
Diploma of Leadership and Management
2017
Scouts Australia Institute of Training
Professional Experience
Managing Director
2009 - Present
Smart Event Management • SMART AV • astream
- Smart Event Management is a leader in innovative and sustainable event solutions, seamlessly integrating cutting-edge technology with creative excellence to deliver exceptional experiences that inspire, engage, and leave a lasting impact on our clients and their audiences.
- We offer comprehensive consulting and production services for live events, encompassing audio visual equipment provision, system design, live streaming production, ticketing management, audience engagement tools, and advanced technology solutions.
AV Technician • Sales Executive • Production Manager
2012 - 2023
Central Audio Visual • Adelaide Oval
- Responsible for function & event audio visual sales and production management for Adelaide Oval. Directly responsible for overseeing monthly sales revenue of $100-200k.
- Central Audio Visual manages and hires commercial audio visual staging equipment and technology, including audio, lighting and vision systems.
- Regularly achieving and exceeding sales targets, winning production contracts, developing business of the company and venue, and expanded responsibilities including human resources, induction and training, work health and safety, and operational and strategic planning.
Audio Visual Technician
2015 - 2017
Tatachilla Lutheran College
- Responsible for Technical Production of all college events, performances, concerts and chapel services.
- Tatachilla Lutheran College is a R-12 non-government school in South Australia located in McLaren Vale.
Technical Manager
2011 - 2013
Country Arts SA
- Technical Manager of Centenary Hall and the Hopgood Theatre.
- Responsible for managing all technical production for performances and events held at the venues.
- Directly oversaw and rostered 15 casual staff, managed budgets, facilitated touring productions and maintained theatre equipment and consumables.
Awards
15 Years Service
2023
Scouts SA
UniSA+ Award
2023
University of South Australia
UniSA Merit Award
2022
University of South Australia
Chief Commissioner's Commendation
2020
Scouts Australia
Silver Wattle Award
2020
Scouts Australia
Baden Powell Scout Award
2016
Scouts SA
Queen's Scout Award
2008
Scouts SA
Skills
Sales AV Production Event Management Consulting Stage Management Team Leadership Venue Management Work Health and Safety Scheduling Payroll Live Streaming Lighting Design Videography Audio Mixing Youth Development Board Director Strategic Planning Onboarding Training and Development
Training
Advanced Rigging Child Safe Environments Elevating Work Platform Fire Warden Forklift Health and Safety Representative High Risk Licence Medium Rigid Drivers Licence Mental Health First Aid National Police Certificate Provide First Aid Responding to Abuse and Neglect Responsible Service of Alcohol Scissor and Vertical Lifter Test and Tag Licence Work Safely at Heights Working with Children Check White Card
Services
Videography
Video and Audio recording of live events and performances
Live Streaming
Live streaming of corporate functions and events, such as AGMs, seminars and conferences
Front of House
Event ticketing, point of sale, registration and online sales management and consultation
Content Management
Handling, collation, storage, and preparation of slides, videos, documents and media for presentation
Audio Mixing
Sound engineering for live bands, corporate functions, theatre productions and outside broadcast
Venue Management
Venue consultation, facilities management, procurement, maintenance and process improvement
Live Captions
Real-time, accurate text interpretation of spoken content, enhancing event accessibility and engagement
Audience Engagement
Boosting interaction and feedback through live audience Q&A and polling
Lighting Design
Immersive experiences with innovative lighting design to set the perfect mood and elevate event aesthetics
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