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Bryan Ransom

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Director at Large at Gold Drum and Bugle Corps
📍 San Diego, California, United States

Bryan Ransom is the Director of Athletic Bands at San Diego State University, his alma mater where he earned a BA in Music. His expertise extends to large-scale live events, having served on the production team for over 20 Super Bowl halftime shows, the NFL, and MLB.

Music has been a driving force in his life since high school, a passion he now channels into mentoring students in the Marching Aztecs. Colleagues describe him as a great organizer with a talent for building relationships. He is a family man who finds it hard to be away for long work commitments.

He has contributed to the production of more than 20 Super Bowl halftime shows, helping stage iconic acts like Prince, J. Lo, and Shakira.

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Experience
20 Years
Current Role
Director at Large
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
San Diego, California, United States
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Live Event Production
Has extensive experience as a freelance producer, coordinator, and stage manager for high-profile events, including over 20 Super Bowls and MLB All-Star Games.
Marching Band Arts
As Director of Athletic Bands at SDSU, he is responsible for the direction, recruitment, and performance of the university's renowned Marching Aztecs.
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Career

Work history

6-2010 - 8-2011
Director at Large
Gold Drum and Bugle Corps
2003
Director of Athletic Bands
San Diego State University
2001
Orchestra Manager / Contractor (freelance)
Moonlight Stage Productions
2000 - 2005
Associate Director - Esperanza Drum and Bugle Corps
Esperanza Performing Arts Association
1994 - 2003
Assistant Director of Bands
San Diego State University
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Bryan Ransom – School of Music and Dance – SDSU. Featured in San Diego State University – School of Music and Dance
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Education
1988 - 1992
BA
San Diego State University
1985 - 1987
AA
Merced College
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