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Garrett King

@garrettking

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Lighting Programmer and flight instructor delivering reliable, detail-driven technical execution.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking to grow in technical, safety-minded roles where I can lead production execution—whether that’s lighting programming for live events or Instrument flight instruction—while continuing to build dependable systems and coach others to perform confidently.

I’m a Lighting Programmer with extensive experience managing lighting assistants, designing and building sets, and operating high voltage electrical systems. I’ve directed 400+ church services and supported 50+ shows and many other events.

Alongside production work, I’ve handled client-focused assessment and execution as an Assistant Sales Manager/Service Technician, evaluating customer needs and completing installations of pool equipment. My work included plumbing, wiring, and programming from start to finish.

I’m also advancing as a pilot and instructor, providing thorough Instrument instruction with classroom sessions, written test review, and inflight training. With 432 flight hours and certifications including Commercial Pilot (ASEL) and Certified Flight Instructor (Instrument, sim & actual), I bring structured, safety-first coaching to every flight lesson.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Lighting Programmer

Calvary Church East Lake

Apr 2016 - Dec 2024 (8 years 8 months)

Managed lighting assistants, designed and built sets, and used high voltage electrical systems. Directed 400+ church services, 50+ shows, and other events.

Set Design Team Leadership Event Coordination

Assistant Sales Manager/Service

Pinch A Penny Oldsmar

May 2017 - Feb 2024 (6 years 9 months)

Assessed and researched potential clients’ needs relative to their financial and realistic requirements. Completed and assisted installations of pool equipment, including plumbing, wiring, and programming.

Assessing Client Needs Sales & Management Pool Equipment Plumbing Programming

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Everglades University

Bachelor of Science in International Business, International Business

Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in International Business through Everglades University Online (anticipated May 2027).

Tampa Bay Aviation

Commercial Pilot Certificate; Instrument Rating; Certified Flight Instructor (Instrument), Aviation

Activities and societies: Includes Restricted Radio Operator Permit, cross-country and night ratings, and an FAA First Class Medical Certificate (dual given).

Earned certifications and ratings including a Commercial Pilot Certificate (ASEL) with an Instrument Airplane rating and Certified Flight Instructor (Instrument; sim & actual), with 432 total hours and 311 hours as Pilot in Command.