Brian D. Smiley 

Hybrid Professional

Profile

I have managed, produced, and coordinated projects across a wide variety of business environments using my experience in operations management, event production and communications. My interests in continuing education, creating events and healthy living are some of my driving passions. I try to live by the ethic of thinking globally while acting locally, working with a wide range of social networks and communities. My hobbies include songwriting, dance and adventure travel. References and transcripts are available on request.

Experience

Property Manager, The Landing, Gold Hill, OR - 2023-Present

For the last two years I have been participating in contract work that involves coordination, maintenance and construction with a community of artisans and teachers on eighty acres in southern Oregon. The site is teamed up with a local and global network. As Property Manager, I am responsible for weekly groundskeeping, ongoing construction, event production and hosting. I am the steward of the recording and performance facilities. We participate in weekly meetings and on Signal to collaborate with the founder in order to create inspiring artist retreats, artist development services and teaching facilities. Skills: Plumbing, Electrical, Framing, Foundations, Forestry, Excavator, Tractor, Trailer, Transportation, Natural Building and Community Building; Multimedia, A/V Event services, recording and more.

Communications and Digital Media Manager, Global Patient Advocacy, BioMarin Pharmaceutical, San Rafael, CA - 2011-2023

Across several roles with this rare disease biotech company, I managed compliance reviews, vendor contracts, events and clinical updates. I went through five breakthrough drug approvals in twelve years. In my first year, I was the Administrative Assistant to the Medical Directors of the Clinical Science Department. I diligently moved into a digital media role for Clinical Operations where I created public facing media, patient materials, and produced events. I helped launch several business functions including a Digital Library and Patient Advocacy. My final role as Communications Manager for Global Patient Affairs encompassed a wide range of essential media, administrative and communication responsibilities including press releases, graphic design, videography, photography, software solutions and global compliance reviews. I created patient materials to conduct clinical trials, produced educational and promotional videos, managed event production and web development for recruitment and retention. I worked with departments and across functions around the world to ensure successful digital and print material production. I was proud to co-manage BioMarin’s Rare Disease Day Celebration.

Operations Manager, HoloCosmos, San Francisco, CA - 2010-2011

I assisted with projects for major web launches, online learning courses and interfaced with clients. I kept databases current and ensured various software and hardware technologies were operational. My job description included expensing, client relations, and organizational projects. I created multimedia and provided technical assistance to both our staff and clients. 

Director of Operations, Elements for Life, Novato, CA - 2005-2010

In this position I managed the IT, on-site production, graphic design, marketing, customer support and e-commerce with this unique nutritional supplement company. I managed sales of over 200K per month. I led the development of the e-commerce and helped the company with a weekly email to five thousand customers. I produced marketing materials, managed vendor relations, and setup trade shows. 

Independent Event Production Technician 2000 – 2026 CA, NV, CO, OR 

Event production for touring bands and both public and private events. I have been responsible for post and pre-production of A/V, lightning, and multimedia creation focusing on live events, primarily as a Front of House Audio Engineer. I have been on-call for special events and touring support services with DaVinci Fusion and Ursa Minor. I have produced independent multimedia projects for 25 years. 

Audio Engineer, Tour Manager 2004 – 2005 Sony Artist, Kan’Nal

A diverse and complex world-beat music and theatre group out of Boulder, CO. I extensively toured the US at major festivals and venues for over a hundred shows. Booking, logistics, live sound, setup and strike, driving, and scheduling were all part the job. I recorded and mixed songs for the Sony Red label release, “Dreamwalker”. 

Event Production Technician 2003 - 2004 J.C. Productions 

Professional audio, video, and lighting services, church installations, wedding receptions, and complete concert services. 

Event Production Technician 2000 – 2004 Starsound Audio Inc., Reno NV 

I performed a wide array of job duties focusing on the audio aspect of concert production. I worked at casinos, festivals and events in the Reno, Lake Tahoe area and San Francisco Bay Area.  My primary roles were as a FOH engineer, Monitor Engineer, and Stage Manager. As a technician I performed equipment maintenance, pre-production set-up and design of both audio and lighting installations. I worked with many acts such as BTO, Turtles, James Brown, Beach Boys; Events and festivals at BV Vineyards, National Air Races, Reno Jazz Festival, Hot August Nights; political events including a Nevada Governor inauguration, Secretary of the Interior, and a campaign speech by the Vice President in 2004.

Front Of House Audio Engineer 2001 - 2002, Tower Of Power 

Traveling with the band, my responsibilities included FOH mixing, setting up and breaking down back line, and guitar technician. 

Audio Engineer 1998 - 2000 SOHO Restaurant and Music Club SantaBarbara,CA 

I setup and mixed many well-known bands at this acclaimed venue including Loggins and Messina, The Motet, Ellis Paul and Wayne Krantz. 

Senior Salesman 8.97- 5.00, Instrumental Music, Santa Barbara, CA 

In this successful music retail environment I was a commissioned senior salesman and consultant. The store sold both modern music equipment and band rentals and sales. I attended NAMM, provided in-home A/V setup and received training.

Sales and Repairs 4.95 – 8.97, Fancy Music Santa Barbara, CA 

This was a well-known and long-standing musical instrument, rental, and lesson facility located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, CA. I assisted musical legends like Joe Walsh, Stone Temple Pilots, Jeff Bridges and local musicians.

Education

University of Arizona Public Campus, Tempe, AZ - 

BA Journalism and Mass Communication 2014

Santa Barbara City College, Santa Barbara, CA -

AS Communication Science 

Electronic Sound and Recording Certification 2000

Armstrong Atlantic University, Savannah, GA - General Studies, 1995

Effingham County High School, Springfield, GA - Academic and Vocational 1993

Community Media Center of Marin, San Rafael, CA Video Editing, 

TV Studio Production 2010

Skills

Multimedia and Public Relations, Writing, Graphic Design, Startup to Global Business Operations Management, e-Commerce, Property Management, Machine Operator, Organization and Moving, Construction, Audio/Video/Lighting, Music Production and Performance, Event and Meeting Management, Music Studio Production Services, Artist Development and Management, Mac/PC Computer Support, Maintenance and Groundskeeping, Vendor Management, Community Building, Permaculture, Travel Guide, Logistics, Art Curation, Administrative, Sales and CRM Software, Tour Support, AI Integration, Ethics and Testing.