Nicholas Salzberg
Fort Collins
Summary
Multidisciplinary professional with a background in technical theatre, veterinary care, and retail customer service. Experienced in managing logistics, supervising teams, supporting high-pressure veterinary environments, and providing compassionate service to animals and people alike. Currently pursuing a B.A. in Performing Arts, with planned additions in Anthropology and Religious Studies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Coordinator & Supervisor of Work Study Students
Community College of Denver
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Oversaw performing arts events on a shared campus for three separate colleges, coordinating use of spaces and tech resources.
- Supervised and mentored student workers, maintaining schedules, task assignments, and accountability.
- Managed department budgets and equipment procurement.
- Maintained EMS scheduling system and ensured safe technical practices.
Work Study – Technical Theatre Department
Community College of Denver
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Supported lighting, audio, and set operations for productions and events.
- Maintained studio cleanliness, helped during strikes, and learned basic technical operations hands-on.
Stage Manager – Blood Wedding
Community College of Denver
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Ran rehearsals, coordinated cues, and communicated across departments.
- Adapted on short notice to direct a performance of three alternate endings on closing night with minimal rehearsal.
Special Effects Designer – Evil Dead: The Musical
Community College of Denver
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Designed and operated custom blood effects, cast silicone prosthetics, and ensured consistent special effects under live conditions.
Pharmacy Technician
Ethos Veterinary Health
08.2021 - 04.2023
- Filled prescriptions for inpatients and outpatients, including controlled substances.
- Worked in a busy ER and ICU environment; triaged incoming orders and managed client communication.
- Ensured compliance with documentation standards and assisted with pharmacy workflow improvements.
Sound Designer & Board Operator – La Gringa
Community College of Denver
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Created full sound design in QLab, built cue lists, and operated the board for all live performances.
ICU Kennel Assistant
VCA Woodbridge Animal Hospital
09.2018 - 06.2021
- Provided direct care to ICU and boarding patients.
- Supported veterinary staff during IV placement, exams, and emergency procedures.
- Performed feedings, walkings, restraint, and maintained a sanitized ICU during COVID operations.
Veterinary Receptionist / Assistant
Lee’s Hill Pet Hospital
06.2016 - 09.2018
- Scheduled appointments, answered phones, processed check-ins/outs.
- Explained medication instructions and provided client education.
- Supported medical team with animal handling and recordkeeping.
Flow Team Member
Target
07.2016 - 03.2017
- Unloaded trucks, stocked shelves, and maintained clean, shoppable departments.
- Assisted customers with product location and checkout questions.
Dog Trainer / Pet Associate
Petco
01.2016 - 03.2016
- Designed and led dog training classes for clients.
- Held behavioral seminars and guided new pet parents through early challenges.
- Cross-trained in stocking, cashiering, and sales.
Primary Driver / Vehicle Coordinator
ADKOS
02.2012 - 03.2016
- Drove and maintained stored vehicles for military members on deployment.
- Performed routine upkeep including tire checks, trickle charging, and leak detection.
- Logged and tracked vehicle status in detailed records.
Kennel Attendant / Bather / Overnight Attendant
Dog Services
08.2014 - 01.2016
- Monitored playgroups, cleaned and maintained kennels, bathed and groomed dogs.
- Administered medications and responded to emergencies (e.g., seizures, overheating).
- Cared for overnight boarding animals and maintained a safe, secure facility.
Cashier / Dairy Associate / Courtesy Clerk
Giant
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Started as a bagger and promoted to cashier and dairy stocker.
- Assisted customers, managed fast-paced checkout lines, and maintained dairy inventory.
- Developed early customer service and teamwork skills.
Deli Clerk & Bakery Assistant
BJ’s Wholesale
08.2012 - 08.2014
- Prepared deli orders, stocked displays, and maintained food safety standards.
- In bakery, assisted with cake prep, customer service, and shelf stocking.
- Transferred between stores and cross-trained in multiple departments.
Education
BA - Performing Arts, Anthropology, Religious Studies
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO06.2025
AA - Theatre
Community College of Denver
Denver, CO01.2024
Anthropology, Religious Studies
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA01.2015
Skills
- Customer Service
- Effective Communication
- Coordinated Event Logistics
- Theatre Production
- Sound
- Lighting
- Special Effects
- Stage Management
- Veterinary Pharmacy
- Handling of Controlled Substances
- High-Stress Emergency Workflow
- Retail Sales
- Stocking
- Food Safety
- Dog Training
- Animal Handling
- Microsoft Teams
- Google Suite
- QLab
- Team Supervision
- Mentorship
- Organization
- Safety Compliance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Time management
Timeline
Technical Coordinator & Supervisor of Work Study Students
Community College of Denver
05.2024 - 05.2025
Stage Manager – Blood Wedding
Community College of Denver
09.2023 - 12.2023
Special Effects Designer – Evil Dead: The Musical
Community College of Denver
01.2023 - 05.2023
Sound Designer & Board Operator – La Gringa
Community College of Denver
09.2022 - 12.2022
Work Study – Technical Theatre Department
Community College of Denver
08.2022 - 05.2024
Pharmacy Technician
Ethos Veterinary Health
08.2021 - 04.2023
ICU Kennel Assistant
VCA Woodbridge Animal Hospital
09.2018 - 06.2021
Flow Team Member
Target
07.2016 - 03.2017
Veterinary Receptionist / Assistant
Lee’s Hill Pet Hospital
06.2016 - 09.2018
Dog Trainer / Pet Associate
Petco
01.2016 - 03.2016
Kennel Attendant / Bather / Overnight Attendant
Dog Services
08.2014 - 01.2016
Deli Clerk & Bakery Assistant
BJ’s Wholesale
08.2012 - 08.2014
Primary Driver / Vehicle Coordinator
ADKOS
02.2012 - 03.2016
Cashier / Dairy Associate / Courtesy Clerk
Giant
01.2010 - 01.2015
AA - Theatre
Community College of Denver
BA - Performing Arts, Anthropology, Religious Studies
Colorado State University
Anthropology, Religious Studies
Virginia Commonwealth University
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