Dave Aretsky is a multimedia artist with over 40 years of experience in the entertainment technical services industry. His journey began at thirteen when he worked as a roadie, lighting director, and audio engineer for local bands. By seventeen, he was on the payroll of Los Angeles’ largest rock-and-roll nightclub, the Chuck Landis Country Club in Reseda, California, as a lighting and audio technician. He later worked simultaneously at iconic venues like the Whisky a Go Go, The Roxy, and Gazzarri's on the Sunset Strip.Throughout his career, Dave has collaborated with numerous live production companies in Los Angeles, taking on roles such as live...
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Dave Aretsky is a multimedia artist with over 40 years of experience in the entertainment technical services industry. His journey began at thirteen when he worked as a roadie, lighting director, and audio engineer for local bands. By seventeen, he was on the payroll of Los Angeles’ largest rock-and-roll nightclub, the Chuck Landis Country Club in Reseda, California, as a lighting and audio technician. He later worked simultaneously at iconic venues like the Whisky a Go Go, The Roxy, and Gazzarri's on the Sunset Strip.
Throughout his career, Dave has collaborated with numerous live production companies in Los Angeles, taking on roles such as live stage technician, film/TV lighting tech, gaffer, grip, swing, and scenic artist. His expertise extends beyond the stage—he is a certified recording engineer, FAA Part 107 UAV drone pilot, and PADI Advanced Open Water scuba diver. Additionally, he has a background in art photography and works as an independent videographer, editor, and special effects artist.
In his free time, Dave enjoys biking, traveling, discovering great food, sipping freshly brewed beer, and working out at the gym.
For more information or to get in touch, visit www.dangerd.com.
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