SMD Technical Production

Together, and in their individual capacity, Steve Olivier and Martin Myers offer a very effective Production Management Service from Technical Production right through to Conference co-ordination and transport logistics. Steve has been production manager for the Smirnoff International Fashion Awards, the J&B G7 conference and the launch of Hunters Extreme around the country as technical production manager. Martin has been production manager for the BMG worldwide conference.
Nokia Cape Town Fashion Week,
August 2005
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Responsible for technical production management of overall shows in both Halls 1A & 1B, with equipment being supplied by Gearhouse. Also responsible for sound direction on 22 shows including: Boezart and Bauermeister, Rosenworth, Hilton Weiner, Jenni Button, SA Design Talent, Fundudzi- Craig Jacobs, Issues, Gert van De Merwe, Urban, Aca Joe, Fred Eboka, Speedo, Vertigo, Kluk/ CGDT. As well as the Nokia Cape Town Fashion Week Designer Collections shows.
BMW South Africa Dealer Dinner
July 2005
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This dinner at the BMW Pavilion included a dance show with various comedians and theme from the Moulin Rouge. A scarf act entertained guests on arrival with extra effects including the new LED Red Carpet as well as uplighters on all banquet tables.
BMW 3 Series Launch
May 2005
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A choreographed dance show accompanied the reveal of the latest 3 Series launch at Auto Atlantic V&A Waterfront.
Fernkloof Golf Estate Land Sale for Rabie
Dec 2004
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The selling of newly launched property at this exclusive Hermanus Golf Estate. SMD supplied all technical requirements for this 2 day land sale attended by 500 people.Sound supplied by Gearhouse and all generators from Rand Air.
The Miller Competition Final
Dec 2004
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A wild party held at BMW Pavilion with a theme of Las Vegas and Hollywood and attended by invitation only. Spectacular lighting captivated the crowds until the early hours of the morning.
Cape Town Fashion Week 2004
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Held at the CTICC in two venues over 5 days for the second year. Working together with Gearhouse and Leisureworx, Steve Olivier was appointed as Technical Production Manager. Martin Myers and John Poulter from Triple M Music mixed music for all shows live on-site.
BMW 1 Series Launch
Feb 2004
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A stylish launch held at the Auto Atlantic dealership at the V&A Waterfront, a simple but effective show including AV, sound lighting elements. Music supplied by Sam Roy.
NEDERBURG AUCTION
April 2003
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Technical Production Management for fashion show, including the band "Breakfast Included"; also responsible for sound feed to satellite tents.
VERSAPACK PRODUCT LAUNCHES (NATIONWIDE)
April 2003
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Technical production management, sound, lighting, AV.
PRE DURBAN JULY PARTY, ZIMBALI LODGE
July 2003
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Overall technical production, including the performance of Lebo M. and her band.
FLORAL BALL, ARABELLA SHERATON
Sept 2003
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Technical production for Gala Dinner including the performance of the "Mike Campbell Big Band."
SMIRNOFF EXPERIENCE
Sept 2003
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DJ competition held at Chili & Lime, responsible for production management, sound, lighting, AV and starting. Equipment supplied by Gearhouse.
CAPE TOWN FASHION WEEK
August 2003
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Responsible for overall technical production management for all events including the official party held at Rhodes House.
MISS OYSTER FESTIVAL
JULY 2003
Pezula Golf Estate
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Entire technical production for the show including, sound, lighting, staging.
PRODUCTION MANAGER
SMIRNOFF INTERNATIONAL FASHION AWARDS:
Good hope Centre –
Cape Town, June 1995
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This is the biggest student fashion event in the world. With a theme of “Exhiliration of Liberty”, this event was constructed over 6 days. His responsibilities included overseeing the set up of stage, ramp, set, lighting, sound, AV, international press podiums, film & TV crew allocation, catering, drawing up the schedules for setup and strike, security, all vehicles, drivers  and all transportation for crew, models, designers and interpreters.
"HUNTER'S EXTREME" ENERGY DRINK LAUNCH:
around the country, June 2002
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"Hunters Extreme" energy drink launch completed with 4 explosive shows around the country featuring pro-skaters on half pipes and speed ramps and dancers supplied by Classic Moves. Steve Olivier - Technical Production Manager for all events held around the country.
HERTZLIA 60th ANNIVERSARY GALA DINNER
Civic Centre –
Cape Town, September 2000
A dinner and dance for 1000 people, including AV screens, bands and warm ambient lighting on all the tables.
CSC MARQUEE for the J&B Met:
Kenilworth Race Course –
Cape Town, January 2001
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The theme that we proposed for this function was a “Venetian Mardi-Gras”. A huge success and a difficult act to follow. We have it on good authority  that it was voted as the best ever marquee in the history of this event!
J&B INTERNATIOAL GLOBAL SUMMIT:
2000 Table Bay Hotel –
Cape Town, January 2000
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An international conference with 80 delegates. Branded conference facilities with latest technology presentation equipment. Each country represented  had an expo stand in adjoining venue. Transport   included 4 BMW and 15 microbuses over 7 days.
SOUTH AFRICAN WORLD ON LINE LAUNCH:
Galliger Estate –
JHB & Sasani Studio’s –
Cape Town,
September 1999
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A two stop road show with an incredible multi–media display, large computerised lighting rig and performances including dancers and mime acts.
SOWETO STRING QUARTET:
Baxter Thearte –
Cape Town, April 2000
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Simple set and décor, with effective use of lighting renowned for a spectacular backdrop for this world renowned quartet. This exact concept and layout was adopted for their extensive UK Tour in 2000.
MOUNT NELSON 100th CENTENARY FASHION SHOW:
Mount Nelson Hotel –
Cape Town
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An elegant, once in a life time fashion show,
depicting fashion through the 20th century and
various dancing styles through the century.

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