Chris Ghaffoor
About Chris Ghaffoor
Chris Ghaffoor is a Manager of Technical Operations at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. He has extensive experience in technical roles within the entertainment industry, having worked for organizations such as SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment and the New Jersey Devils.
Current Role at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp.
Chris Ghaffoor serves as the Manager of Technical Operations at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. since 2020. In this role, he oversees various technical aspects of events and productions, ensuring that all operations run smoothly. His responsibilities include managing technical staff and coordinating with different departments to facilitate successful events.
Previous Experience at SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment
Chris Ghaffoor has extensive experience with SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, where he held multiple positions. He worked as a Project Manager from 2017 to 2020 in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, and previously served as a Supervisor from 2012 to 2016 at Sesame Place. Additionally, he worked as TD/LD at SeaWorld Orlando for eight months in 2011-2012. His roles involved managing projects and supervising technical operations.
Technical Management at New Jersey Devils
Chris Ghaffoor has been involved with the New Jersey Devils since 2008, currently holding the position of Show Lights/Assistant Engineer/Audio Engineer (A1) at Prudential Center. He previously served as Technical Manager for Game Presentation and Event Production from 2016 to 2017 in Newark, New Jersey. His work focuses on technical aspects of game presentations and events.
Education and Training
Chris Ghaffoor studied at Mercer County Community College, where he gained foundational knowledge relevant to his career in technical operations and event production. He completed his secondary education at Steinert High School from 2000 to 2004, which prepared him for further studies and his professional journey.
Freelance Lighting Design and Direction
In addition to his full-time roles, Chris Ghaffoor has been working as a Freelance Lighting Designer and Director since 2008. Based in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, he has contributed to various projects, utilizing his expertise in lighting design to enhance event experiences.