Live Production Leader
Rob Schrader
AVL Operations · Show Calling · FOH & Broadcast Coordination · Team Development
With 20 years of experience in high-capacity venues, I specialize in General Session-style show calling and technical direction for audiences in the thousands. Led or supported roughly 2,000 live productions across weekly services, weekend services, webcast environments, and special events.
I am an expert at translating complex vision into executable technical plans, working seamlessly with production directors and multi-disciplinary crews to deliver dependable execution from advance through strike.
20
Years
2,000
Productions
About
Calm execution, under pressure
I serve as Production Manager at Living Word Christian Center, where I lead AVL operations, show calling, FOH and broadcast coordination, technical troubleshooting, production workflows, and team development.
My work focuses on helping live production teams execute calmly under pressure through clear systems, reliable communication, and practical preparation.
I am available for selective consulting, project-based production support, and conversations with organizations that value strong live-event execution and healthy production teams.
Core Competencies
What I bring to the room
Experience & Skills
How the work gets done
- Lead production support for weekly live environments, special events, and large-scale gatherings
- Coordinate AVL operations across audio, video, lighting, staging, FOH, and broadcast needs
- Support show flow through planning, communication, cue awareness, and real-time decision-making
- Troubleshoot technical issues under pressure while helping teams stay calm and focused
- Build practical workflows, documentation, and systems that improve repeatability and handoffs
- Develop staff and volunteer team members through clear expectations, coaching, and support
Tools & Platforms
The everyday toolkit
Professional Development
Always learning
I continue to grow in live event production, corporate AV practices, show calling, production leadership, and team development through hands-on experience, industry learning, and practical application.
Get in Touch
Let's talk about your next production
Interested in production leadership support, project-based production help, or a conversation about live event execution? Reach out directly.
Email Rob