William Wisneski
Omaha
Summary
Creative lighting designer with experience in enhancing visual storytelling for diverse performances. Skilled in technical setup and effective collaboration, contributing to impactful productions and training student volunteers in stage management.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Stage Technician
Omaha Central High School
Omaha
08.2022 - 05.2026
- Set up lighting and sound equipment for school performances.
- Designed Lights for the schools musicals, plays, and talent shows
- Designed and built sets for shows
- Backstage hand to ensure a smooth working environment
- Trained student volunteers in stage management and technical tasks.
- Fixed and maintained parts of the building (Doors, lights, inner workings etc...)
Light Designer
Omaha Fringe Festival
Omaha
08.2025 - 08.2025
- Designed lighting schemes for diverse performances at a local arts festival.
- Collaborated with directors to enhance visual storytelling through effective lighting.
- Operated lighting control systems to execute complex cue sequences during shows.
Landscaper
Indian Creek Nursery
Omaha
06.2022 - 08.2025
- Maintained garden beds by weeding, mulching, and planting seasonal flowers.
- Operated landscaping equipment including mowers, trimmers, and blowers
- Assisted customers with plant selection and care instructions at the nursery.
- Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
Stagehand
Omaha Community Playhouse
Omaha
11.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted with scene changes and props management during productions.
- "Bedbugged" for A Christmas Carol
Host
Jackson Street Tavern
OMaha
06.2022 - 10.2023
- Greeted and seated guests
- Maintained cleanliness of lobby area, including wiping down tables and chairs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Omaha Central High School
Omaha 05-2026
Skills
- Lighting design
- Set construction and use of power tools
- Technical setup
- Team collaboration
- Visual storytelling
- Equipment maintenance
- Landscaping application
- Proficient in Microsoft applications
- Proficient in ETC Light Boards
- Rigging expertise
Affiliations
- Weight Lifting
- Video games
- 3D design
- Choir
- Reading
- Tinkering
- Hiking/Climbing
- DnD
- Cook
Accomplishments
- Thespian Awards
- Golden Hammer Award (Mastery in 3 or more aspects of technical theatre)
- Accepted into All-State Chorus
- Accepted into All-City Chorus
Certification
- Rigging Certified
- NFHS Theatre Safety Certificate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Light Designer
Omaha Fringe Festival
08.2025 - 08.2025
Stagehand
Omaha Community Playhouse
11.2024 - 12.2024
Stage Technician
Omaha Central High School
08.2022 - 05.2026
Landscaper
Indian Creek Nursery
06.2022 - 08.2025
Host
Jackson Street Tavern
06.2022 - 10.2023
High School Diploma -
Omaha Central High School