Terry Wilkie

About Terry Wilkie

SummaryA reliable and results-oriented entertainment operations manager with extensive experience in venue management, project management, budgeting, media systems management, and web design/development. Demonstrates established capabilities in consolidating and reducing operating expenses while maintaining the quality of programming content, facilitating all aspects of entertainment venue creation and operations transitions, and managing all technical aspects of large venues’ special events. Contributes to success by applying dynamic technical and communication skills to resolve complex problems and ensure efficient business operations.

Experience

1. Associate Director of Project Managers (Adpm)

   Encore

   Sep 2024 — Present · Las Vegas, NV, US

   The Associate Director, Project Management (ADPM) leads the execution of complex events and oversees the development of project managers. This role supports the Director, Project Management (DPM) and sales team in assessing event requirements to secure or execute business, while improving profitability, service quality, and client relationships. The ADPM implements processes and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent event execution, optimize resources, and drive team development while adhering to technical standards. This position reports to the DPM.Key ResponsibilitiesOrganizational LeadershipSupport company initiatives, clearly communicate goals, and assist with performance management, talent development, and succession planning.Help implement best practices, manage demand forecasting, and act as a resource for sales and operations leadership.Ensure compliance with technical standards and policies to minimize liability risks.Oversee budgeting, cost control, and financial goals, while setting a professional example.Project ManagementPrepare production schedules, define project scope, and assign responsibilities.Attend meetings, maintain project documentation, and address client concerns.Build strong relationships with customers and venue partners, ensuring outstanding service.Oversee event execution, manage inventory, and handle onsite changes, ensuring costs align with forecasts and provide post-event financial feedback.Enforce technical and room setup standards.Sales ConsultationOffer technical consultation to sales teams, contributing to financial goals.Manage external workforce and sub-rental costs, ensuring cost efficiency.Resource Allocation & People DevelopmentAssign and schedule team members to ensure efficient use of resources.Monitor team productivity, provide feedback, and support training and development opportunities.Collaborate with HR on recruitment, performance management, and training initiatives.

Skills

• Theatrical Production
• Lighting Control
• Sound
• Stage Lighting
• Video
• Graphic Design
• Video Editing
• Set Design
• Troubleshooting
• Supervisory Skills
• Autocad
• Live Events
• Lighting
• Rigging
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Corporate Events
• Theatre
• Production
• Programming
• Stage Management
• Entertainment
• Stage
• Moving Lights
• Television
• Production Managment
• Process Scheduler
• Technical Direction
• Budgeting
• Stage Rigging
• Projection
• Show Production
• Outlook
• Budgets
• Lightwright
• Special Events
• Event Management
• Film
• Web Design
• Powerpoint
• Photography