David Donovan Email & Phone Number

Bethpage, New York

Fluent in Harris and Evertz automation broadcast systems for the following cable channels; AMC, We, IFC, Sundance, and 16 AMC LATAM international cable networks. For these networks, I monitor multiple SD and HD signals leaving and returning to the control room. I also route audio and video sources, communicate with affiliates, record for VOD service, and execute solutions to any on air issues in a timely fashion. In my role as Technical Director during the live "Talking Dead" talk show that follow "The Walking Dead" and "Fear The Walking Dead"; I maintain constant communication with the remote production site. I count in/out of commercials breaks, cue graphics and commercial breaks, switch video sources on Grass Valley Maestro switcher.

Greater New York City Area

Edit/composite promos, design graphics using Autodesk Flame for ABC Network News Promotions Department with a very short turnaround time for the live broadcast "World News Tonight". Work in a fast paced, breaking news broadcast environment.

Greater New York City Area

Setup/playback programs and commercials for broadcast (SD/HD), encode commercial and programs to file server, control room setup for commercial playout from archive for live programming, commercial playback via Pathfire, all format duplication, QC of programs and commercials for broadcast.

Greater New York City Area

Editing of commercials, music videos, news/sports promos, and long format programs, PAL/NTSC/SD/HD feature DI finishing. Interview potential hires, management of editorial staff, heavy client contact, coordinate with scheduling/technical departments on editorial projects, bid editorial work, evaluation of new equipment for purchase, supervision of color correct and audio recording sessions.