Kris Kischer

I am a graduate of the Ryerson Theatrical Production Program. My studies prepared me for the production of set designs; however, since graduating, I have acquired many more skills, learned through years of stage production, special effects and operating a successful manufacturing business for 16 years.

I also have extensive experience with shipping, receiving, freight, and operating small loading equipment. Further, I have a valid driver's license and an excellent driving record.

In addition, I am a hard worker, fast learner and can follow instructions well. I also work well with people of all ages and enjoy working in a fast paced environment.

Owner/Manager/ creator | Habitat Haven/ The Cat’s Den | 2003- 2019

• Created, designed, developed and implemented a new, unique, product into the marketplace
• Responsible for the overall running and management of a small manufacturing company
• Excelled in business planning
• Managed staff
• Responsible for all decision making
• book keeping and payroll
• Responsible for all manufacturing and shipping
• Managed all marketing and promotions
• Handled and negotiated all quotes
• Responsible for product development

Head of Properties | National Ballet of Canada | 2001- 2004

• Responsible for decision making
• Coordinated effectively with all other departments and management 

Head of Properties | Great Lakes Scenic Studio | 1999-2001

• Coordinated all properties for the production
• Coordinated with other departments
• Managed a building crew

production manager/ model and SPFX builder | B.E. Cole models | 1996- 1999

• Coordinated all models and SPFX needed for the production
•  Managed budget
•  Generated estimates

Head of Properties | Various theaters and staging companies throughout Toronto and southern Ontario | 1991- 1996

• Managed a building crew
• Coordinated all properties for rehearsals and for the production
• Coordinated with other departments

Properties builder | Various theaters and staging companies throughout Toronto | 1984-1991

• Responsible for building required properties to theatrical standards
• Worked with various crews and staging staff

Theatrical production | 1988-1991 | Toronto Metropolitan University

• Major: Carpentry
• Minor: Scenic Painting