8 AMERICAN BLUES THEATER DESIGNERS’ CORNER: “THE BACKSTORY” WITH RICK SIMS American Blues Theater Artistic Affiliate Rick Sims is the Sound Designer for Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story. We asked Rick to share some lesser-known facts about himself in “The Backstory”. If I weren’t a designer: I’d be in a band Childhood nickname: Len Best career advice I’ve received: Be nice and say “yes” Favorite part of the job: Breaking the code Worst part of the job: Not being able to break the code How I made my first dollar: Shoveling snow Last meal I’d want: Ice cream and more ice cream Favorite item of clothing: My tech hoodie If I could invent one thing: An alternative self renewable energy source One of my hidden talents: I’m pretty adept at carpentry! Sound Designer Rick Sims onstage at the 2015 Equity Jeff Awards Sound Designer Rick Sims