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Los Angeles, California, Us

Lead and oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of live multi-camera concerts and events for immersive platforms.Develop detailed camera plots, shot lists and Run of Shows for live concerts and events, ensuring optimal coverage and capturing key moments.Direct and call shots live during events, orchestrating camera movements and angles to enhance the immersive experience.Collaborate with artists, production teams, tour & stage managers and technical staff to ensure seamless integration of our camera and audio rigs. Collaborate with camera operators to execute the planned shots, providing real-time guidance and adjustments as needed.Work closely with the technical team to integrate innovative camera & audio technologies that enhance the overall immersive experienceTroubleshoot technical issues and provide solutions in real-time to ensure uninterrupted broadcast capture.

London, London, Gb

Directed and Produced for Google's remote iO and Cloud conventions.Created Run-Of-Shows (ROS) and Directed talent captures and live shows based on production plans.

Greenwich, Ct, Us

Directed and produced live, multi-camera 360/VR experiences for Meta's live Horizon events. EP and Director of the Special Olympics' 360 broadcasts from the World Games in Abu Dhabi.Created Run of Shows, ran rehearsals, Directed talent, oversaw script development, and Directed all unscripted content and called all live shows.

Supported the growth of the production house from start-up through expansion, acquiring a portfolio of 30+ clients over three years.Oversaw 360/VR post-production, video graphics, 360 capture, and live streams to meet client project goals.Built and maintained relationships with existing and potential clients, generating leads and securing contracts for projects.

New York City, Ny, Us

Managed a team of 20 Camera Operators and Post Production/Editors by hiring, training, and mentoring, resulting in a high-performing staff.Tracked production workflows from concept development to delivery, ensuring adherence to budget and deadlines.Corresponded with clients regarding project progress, expectations, and feedback, maintaining high satisfaction levels.

Oversaw department expansion from one to 20+ staff members, meeting the growing demand for digital 360 video content.Managed payroll, hiring, and performance management for the production team, including Editors, GFX, Colorists, and Audio Specialists.Developed standard operating procedures for capturing 360 videos and established streamlined post-production workflows.Acted as a client-facing "Manager of Expectations," ensuring successful project outcomes and client satisfaction.

海淀区, 北京, Cn

Toured with various bands and directed multi-camera video feeds for audience viewing at venues, Managed Crews of 20+. Oversaw camera Ops. Load-in/out.Directed live corporate stadium events, conventions, auto shows, and fashion shows by coordinating camera placement and feed switches to ensure optimal audience experience

海淀区, 北京, Cn

Hosted and co-produced a children's TV show, 2 times a week, 20-24 minutes per show -32 total episodes.Responsible for program content inception, script polishing & field production.Hosted/MC’d events to promote program & promote name recognition (concerts, fundraisers & school appearances).

New York, Ny, Us

Master Control Operator & Technical Director for live programming for MTV Networks (MTV, VH1 & Comedy Central); specifically TRL (MTV’s former daily-live show from Times Square) and MTV’s Taped-Live award shows.Technical Director for live concerts broadcast simultaneously across MTV’s global platform.Operated all Control Room equipment. Harris/Louth Automation, Pinnacle servers, Miranda & Grass Valley switchers, DigiCart Audio systems, Sony decks, several Character Generator programs.Trained new Operators on Technical Operation Procedures, Directing & MTV SOPs.

Supervised broadcast operations originating from the facility, consisting of over 60 live channels and 120 master control operatorsCollaborated with fellow members of the management team overseeing the responsibility for hiring, training, evaluating, discipline and termination of staffServed as a liaison, on call 24/7, troubleshot and collaborated on solutions to meet the needs for clients: Discovery Networks, Starz-Encore, InDemand pay-per-view, ESPN PPVLead training of master control operators, conducting technical crisis situations Approved, scheduled and supervised on-air maintenance of the on-air product, determining the best time and the appropriate back-up and safety precautions in each situation

Communications & Business

Outdoor Education/Survival Certification, Mountaineering