Matthew R. Smith
MFA - Design and Technology
The University of Texas at Austin
Education:
M.F.A. in Design and Technology / University of Texas at Austin, Graduation:May 2016
M.A. in Communication / Angelo State University, San Angelo, Texas, Graduation:December 2012
B.A. in Drama and B.A. in Communication / Angelo State University, San Angelo, Texas, Graduation:May 2004
Professional Experience:
Lecturer / Integrated Media Supervisor / University of Texas at Austin / 2016 - present
Production Manager, Designer, Technical Director / Center for Art and Entertainment Technologies - launch event / Austin, Texas / January 2016
Content Artist, Assistant to Projection Designer - Sven Ortel / Mat Franco – Magic Reinvented Nightly, Las Vegas, Nevada / Summer 2015
Content Artist, Assistant to Projection Designer – Wendall Harrington / Un Ballo in Maschera, Austin Opera, Austin, Texas / November 2014
d3 Programmer and Operator / ABB Customer World 2017, Houston, Texas / March 2017
Intern, High End Systems, Austin, Texas / Summer 2014 – September 2015
Adjunct Instructor, COMM 2301 Public Speaking / Angelo State University, San Angelo, Texas / Fall 2011
University Theatre Technical Director / Resident Designer / Angelo State University, San Angelo, Texas / Fall 2006 – Summer 2013
Freelance Lighting Designer / 2006 – present
Audio Technician / City of San Antonio – Alamodome / September 2005 – March 2006
Technical Production Supervisor / Six Flags Fiesta Texas, San Antonio, Texas / Summer 2004 – March 2006
Teaching Experience:
Lecturer / University of Texas at Austin
AET 317 Foundations of Interactive Software
This course introduces students to the core technologies of live performance. Students
are introduced to the tools and technologies prevalent in four specific applications of New
Performance Technology: 3D Projection Mapping, Intelligent LED lighting and Pixel Mapping,
Interactive and Generative Imagery, and 3D Previsualization. Students are provided the
opportunity to explore each of these areas of technology through dedicated lecture and
laboratory time. / Spring 2017
Lecturer / University of Texas at Austin
TD 324P Advanced Production Laboratory
This course offers students the opportunity for hands on learning of Projection Design for
live performance. Students learn the necessary skills needed to implement various projection
systems throughout multiple performance spaces. Students also are provided the opportunity
to learn troubleshooting techniques as well as general maintenance procedures for projection
and playback equipment. / Spring 2017
Lecturer / University of Texas at Austin
TD 324P Advanced Production Laboratory
This course offers students the opportunity for hands on learning of Projection Design for
live performance. Students learn the necessary skills needed to implement various projection
systems throughout multiple performance spaces. Students also are provided the opportunity
to learn troubleshooting techniques as well as general maintenance procedures for projection
and playback equipment. / Fall 2016
Lecturer / University of Texas at Austin
TD 354T Entertainment System Design
This course offers students hands-on training with industry leading products including Hog4
from High End Systems, d3 media server, and QLab. Students learn skills necessary to program
each piece of software, as well as create independent networks for show control. Projects begin
as primarily skills based, and evolve into incorporating design and narrative elements. This class
will explore not only theatrical performances, but a variety of live performance avenues.
/ Fall 2016
Adjunct Instructor / University of Texas at Austin
TD 324P Advanced Production Laboratory
This course offers students the opportunity for hands on learning of Projection Design for
live performance. Students learn the necessary skills needed to implement various projection
systems throughout multiple performance spaces. Students also are provided the opportunity
to learn troubleshooting techniques as well as general maintenance procedures for projection
and playback equipment. / Spring 2016
Teaching Assistant / University of Texas at Austin
TD 314P Production Laboratory
This course offers students the opportunity for hands on learning of Projection Design for
live performance. Students learn the necessary skills needed to implement various projection
systems throughout multiple performance spaces. Students also are provided the opportunity
to learn troubleshooting techniques as well as general maintenance procedures for projection
and playback equipment. / Fall – Spring 2014 – 2015
Adjunct Instructor / Angelo State University
Communication 2301 Public Speaking, Two Online Sections
This course in public speaking focuses on the delivery, design, and research of oral presentations
for professional and personal life. The course covers the following topics: informative speaking,
persuasive speaking, communication competence, communication anxiety, research and gathering visual aids, and communication ethics. / Fall 2011
Additional Teaching:
“Projection Design Fundamentals” Workshop – McKinney Independent School District
This workshop focuses on the system components for live entertainment projections. Topics
discussed included: projectors, playback control, projection surfaces, and signal distribution.
This workshop was presented to McKinney ISD teachers and administrators. / 2015
“Content Creation” Workshop – McKinney Independent School District
This workshop focuses on the process for creating or acquiring imagery to be utilized as content
for a production. Participants gained an understanding of copyright laws as well as various methods
used to create original content. This workshop was presented to McKinney ISD students. / 2015
“A Picture is Worth a 1000 Words.” Workshop – Texas Educational Theatre Association (TETA)
This workshop focuses on the photography techniques utilized to take production photographs.
Topics covered include (but are not limited to): composition, exposure, camera shooting modes,
and lighting. Participants will gain a further understanding of the equipment used, as well as establish
a strong workflow to produce great production photographs. / 2013
“A Picture is Worth a 1000 Words.” Workshop – Kennedy Center American College Theatre
Association (KCACTF)
This workshop focuses on the photography techniques utilized to take production photographs.
Topics covered include (but are not limited to): composition, exposure, camera shooting modes,
and lighting. Participants will gain a further understanding of the equipment used, as well as establish
a strong workflow to produce great production photographs. / 2012
“A Picture is Worth a 1000 Words.” Workshop – Texas Educational Theatre Association (TETA)
This workshop focuses on the photography techniques utilized to take production photographs.
Topics covered include (but are not limited to): composition, exposure, camera shooting modes,
and lighting. Participants will gain a further understanding of the equipment used, as well as establish
a strong workflow to produce great production photographs. / 2011
“Can You Hear Me Now?” Workshop – Texas Educational Theatre Association (TETA)
This workshop serves as an introduction to sound reinforcement for theatrical performances. Topics
covered include (but are not limited to): body microphones, live musicians, tracked audio, and sound
check. Participants will gain a further understanding of the equipment used, and common practices
utilized to produce great sounding productions. / 2009
Conference Presentations:
“Rhetoric of Protest to the Freedom of Expression” – National Communication Association (NCA)
Served on panel covering the rhetorical strategies contained within 8 the play. / 2012
“The Color of Money: Color Choices of Las Vegas Casinos.” – Texas Speech Communication
Association (TSCA)
A research proposal over the built environment of the Las Vegas Casino. / 2012
Director/Producer:
8 by Dustin Lance Black, a play about marriage equality. Licensing granted by Broadway Impact / 2013
Awards:
Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival
KCACTF Excellence in Projection Design / 2015
KCACTF Excellence in Lighting Design / 2010
KCACTF Excellence in Lighting Design / 2009
KCACTF Excellence in Scenic Design / 2009
KCACTF Excellence in Lighting Design / 2008
KCACTF Excellence in Technical Support / 2007
Affiliations / Memberships:
United States Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT)
Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF)
Texas Speech Communication Association (TSCA)
National Communication Association (NCA)
Texas Educational Theatre Association (TETA)
Artistic Experience:
TD – Technical Director / LD – Lighting Designer / SD – Scenic Designer / PD – Projection Designer /
CA – Content Artist
A Shadow Among Strangers / University of Texas at Austin, 2016 / PD, LD
Evita / The Woodlawn Theatre, San Antonio, TX, 2016 / LD
The Little Mermaid / The Woodlawn Theatre, San Antonio, TX, 2016 / LD
Divide - interactive art installation / University of Texas at Austin, 2016 / TD, PD, LD
Dialogues of the Carmelites / University of Texas at Austin, 2016 / PD
Peter Pan / The Woodlawn Theatre, San Antonio, TX, 2015 / LD
The Diary of Anne Frank / University of Texas at Austin, 2015 / PD
Keepingabreast / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2015 / PD, SD
Mat Franco: Magic Reinvented Nightly / The Linq Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas, NV, 2015 / CA
West Side Story / The Woodlawn Theatre, San Antonio, TX, 2015 / LD
Aladdin / The Woodlawn Theatre, San Antonio, TX, 2015 / LD
Re/connect / University of Texas at Austin, 2015 / LD
Spring Dance Repertory Theatre / University of Texas at Austin, 2015 / PD
White Christmas / The Woodlawn Theatre, San Antonio, TX, 2014 / LD
Smokey Joe’s Café / The Woodlawn Theatre, San Antonio, TX, 2014 / LD
Un Ballo Maschera / Austin Opera, 2014 / APD
Ariadne / Mahler Songs of the Earth / University of Texas at Austin, 2014 / PD
Ears, Eyes & Feet / University of Texas at Austin, 2014 / PD
Advance Man / University of Texas at Austin, 2014 / PD
Tarzan / The Woodlawn Theatre, San Antonio, TX, 2014 / LD
Into The Woods / The Woodlawn Theatre, San Antonio, TX, 2014 / LD
A Christmas Story The Musical / The Woodlawn Theatre, San Antonio, TX, 2013 / LD
Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson / The Woodlawn Theatre, San Antonio, TX, 2013 / LD
Spamalot / The Woodlawn Theatre, San Antonio, TX, 2013 / LD
In The Heights / The Woodlawn Theatre, San Antonio, TX, 2013 / LD
What I Did Last Summer / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2013 / TD, LD, SD
Five Women Wearing the Same Dress / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2013 / TD, LD, SD
The 39 Steps / Be Theatre Company, San Angelo, TX, 2013 / LD
Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2013 / TD
Thoroughly Modern Millie / Central High School, San Angelo, TX, 2013 / LD
Harvey / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2012 / TD, LD, SD
The Who’s Tommy / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2012 / TD, LD
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2012 / TD, LD
The Curious Savage / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2012 / TD, LD, SD
The Drowsy Chaperone / San Pedro Playhouse, San Antonio, TX, 2012 / LD
The Tempest / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2012 / TD, LD
My Fair Lady / San Pedro Playhouse, San Antonio, TX, 2012 / LD
An Evening of Original Works / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2012 / TD, LD, SD
A Christmas Carol / San Pedro Playhouse, San Antonio, TX, 2011 / LD
The Foreigner / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2011 / TD, LD
All My Sons / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2011 / TD, LD
Butterflies Are Free / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2011 / TD, LD, SD
Barefoot in the Park / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2011 / TD, LD, SD
One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2011 / TD, LD
The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2011 / TD, LD
The Lilies of the Field / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2010 / TD, LD, SD
The Sea Gull / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2010 / TD, LD, SD
Deathtrap / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2010 / TD, SD
Bedroom Farce / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2010 / TD, LD, SD
Eurydice / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2010 / TD, LD, SD
Carousel / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2010 / TD, LD, SD
Farndale Avenue…A Christmas Carol / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2009 / TD, LD, SD
Queen of the Mist / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2009 / TD, LD, SD
Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abr.) / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2009 / TD, LD, SD
California Suite / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2009 / TD, LD, SD
Picnic / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2009 / TD, LD, SD
Godspell / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2009 / TD, LD
The Nerd / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2008 / TD, LD, SD
A Lie of the Mind / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2008 / TD, LD
Blithe Spirit / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2008 / TD, LD
The Boys Next Door / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2008 / TD, LD, SD
The Taming of the Shrew / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2008 / TD, LD, SD
Into the Woods / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2008 / TD, LD
XSR – Die! / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2007 / TD, LD
Tuesdays with Morrie / Angelo Civic Theatre, San Angelo, TX, 2007 / LD
Bridge to Terabithia / Angelo Civic Theatre, San Angelo, TX, 2007 / LD
Proof / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2007 / TD, SD
Absent Friends / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2007 / TD, LD, SD
An Evening of One Acts / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2007 / TD, LD
To Gillian on Her 37th Birthday / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2007 / TD, SD
Pippin / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2007 / TD, LD
Greetings! / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2006 / TD, LD, SD
Necessary Targets / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2006 / TD
Con Mis Manos / With These Hands / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2003 / LD
Farenheit 451 / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2003 / LD
God’s Favorite / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2002 / LD
All in the Timing / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2001 / LD
The Posthumous Life of Sylvia Plath, et al / Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX, 2001 / LD
References:
Dr. Bill Doll - Director of University Theatre/Professor of Theatre, Angelo State University, ASU Station #10895, San Angelo TX 76909, 325-486-6191, E-mail: bill.doll@angelo.edu
Mr. Ross Fleming - Associate Professor, Head of Design/Technical Director, University of Texas - El Paso, Fox Fine Arts Building 371D, 500 W. University Ave., El Paso TX 79968 915-747-5146, E-mail: rfleming@utep.edu
Dr. Terry Lewis - Professor of Theatre, Texas A & M University Corpus Christi, 6300 Ocean Dr., Corpus Christi TX 78412, 361-825-2425, E-mail: terry.lewis@tamucc.edu