Paul Newton

Director

paul@theear.com.au As a very active member of the technical production team it is Paul's goal is to assist all clients in developing a technical strategy, design and infrastructure implementation to support any project. His skill-set includes creative technology design, technical specifications, vendor recommendations, labor negotiations and on site management / delivery. He is a qualified WorkCover OH&S Consultant and holds a WorkCover Advanced Rigging ticket which not only qualifies him to write comprehensive risk assessments for any size live event, but enables him to safety and quality assure all projects in house.

"Having the ability to multi-task and understand the expectations, needs and sensitivities of everyone involved are what make a unified and successful effort… at the end of the day, you need everyone on the same page with the same end goal and focus to ensure a flawless production - that's what we do."

Josh James

Director

josh@theear.com.au Josh has successfully staged hundreds of events from initial design through to event management, activation and delivery. He has a 20 year proven track record of managing large-scale events, with teams of any size, and works extremely well under pressure. Armed with his extensive Australasian industry supplier and contact base, he has been instrumental in delivering high profile events throughout ANZ as well as Beijing, Bangkok, Macau, Hong Kong, Manila, Korea, Japan, Bali, and Singapore.

"Experience on all levels is key. In our fast-paced, high-tech environment we are required to be effective leaders, utilise all new and available resources, improve processes, and increase quality at the same time finding ways to reduce bottom-line cost to the client – this is definitely not something one learns overnight."

Dave Marshall

Director

dave@theear.com.au With an exemplary reputation for his delivery of events internationally and nationally, Dave has that "one of a kind" global experience and track record that is every clients dream. His demonstrated creativity, leadership skills, exceptional long-term relationships and drive for ongoing customer / client satisfaction has gained him a solid reputation as one of Australia's most respected technical producers in the business and special events industry.

"It seems obvious to me, but no matter who your client is ... whether they're a Global CEO, Prime Minister, Association, Brand Manager, Producer, School... whoever, you have to be able to dig deep and solve every individual requirement in a timely manner with dedication, forward planning, creativity and finally a seamless delivery ... and most important, you have to honestly enjoy what you do - while you're doing it."