Show, Production, and Drill Design
Video Portfolio
The following links are shows I have contributed work. I try to update this as products are produced. If you want to see something specific, like a drill chart or a script document that I use to communicate with arrangers, let me know!
Lake Orion HS (MI) 2024
"Fade to White"
- Program Coordination
- Show Scripting
- Drill Design
- Choreography
- Visual Instruction
Lake Orion HS (MI) 2023
"Survivor"
- Program Coordination
- Show Scripting
- Drill Design
- Choreography
- Visual Instruction
Portage Northern HS 2023
"The Universe Next Door"
- Program Scripting and Coordination
- Concept Creation / Development.
- Drill Design
Lake Orion Percussion (PSO) 2023
"Indoor Percussion Simulator 3"
- Drill Design
- Production Design
- Prop/Uniform/Aesthetic Design
Lake Orion HS (MI) 2022
"Aeternum In Stone"
- Program Coordination
- Visual Instruction
- Partial Drill Design
- MCBA Flight I General Effect Caption Winner
Plainwell HS (MI) 2024
"One Man's Trash"
- Program Coordination
- Drill Design
South Lyon East HS (MI) 2024
"What's This?"
- Drill Design
YorkTown HS 2023
"Red"
- Animated drill design for the first movement of their 2023 production “Red”, based on Red Riding Hood. Competing in Virginia Marching Band Collective
Vortex Percussion (PIA) 2023
"Vox"
- Programming
- Drill Design
- Choreography
- 2023 PIA 8th place
Lake Orion Percussion 2019 (PSO)
"Stretch"
- Drill and Choreography
- PSO Semi-Finalist
Drill Design - Sample Charts
Download and view charts to see my drill writing style. For more about drill design, click here.
Testimonials
"Working with Steve is always an excellent experience. His visual creativity is exceptional and his content is outstanding at complimenting the musicality of the production. He truly takes all aspects of the organization into account with how and what he designs which is so important to me as a director."
Michael SteeleDirector of Bands: Lake Orion High School
Steve is genuinely focused on the student experience regarding pageantry design and performance. He creates shows with the kids in mind, not just the dots on the page. He can adapt and mold concepts on the fly and understands how to pace and create an effective marching band show. On top of that, he is a great person and easy to work with!
Will MufarrehDirector of Bands: Portage Northern High School (MI)
"Steve is an adventurous designer who has masterminded several shows for our percussion program. He crafts our designs to fit the needs and personalities of our students, and is timely, respectful, and responsive during every step of the process. Steve does great staging and drill work, but I recommend utilizing his talents as a designer from the top down: he scripts our entire show, moment to moment, allowing the rest of our team to work together with ease to create a cohesive end product"
Evan DanielsonDirector: Lake Orion Percussion (PSO)
“Not only does Steve deliver on a great product, but he is a beloved member of our organization. He is not a faceless writer, but a staple in our program.”
Owen RushfordDirector of Vortex Percussion (PIA)
Asst. Director Plainwell High School
Asst. Director Plainwell High School
“I don’t know what I would do without Steve Swetich. His passion and dedication to our program is an integral part of our success. He is great at developing ideas and bringing them to life with creative and engaging visual packages. He is also a great person who I am honored to call a friend.”
Thomas WhartonPercussion Director: Dakota High School (MI)
Working with Steve has been a pleasure. His process has been simple and informative. When meeting, he feeds off of the energy you give him and asks the questions that make sure your product is attainable, reachable and relatable to your student body. He understands no two groups are the same and strives to make a product that fits YOUR ensemble.
Matt Sinopoli-SmithDirector of Bands: South Lyon East HS