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Lead all aspects of IT for PRX, one of the largest producers and distributors of public radio and podcasts in the country.

Manage all aspects of IT for PRX and PRI

Minneapolis, Mn

Manage all aspects of PRI’s IT infrastructure, including: -live radio production, distribution, and automation systems working directly with an international group of partner organizations such as NPR, the BBC, and the CBC utilizing a diverse array of technologies -PRI.org, which was re-launched on Drupal and has seen significant traffic growth -Windows/OSX network, Microsoft Dynamics CRM/GP, and Sharepoint systemsProvide high level technical advice and strategy to all aspects of PRI’s operations, communicating directly with management and technical vendorsManage PRI's IT budget, with a history of significant cost savings through technological innovation and contract negotiation

Administration and support for all aspects of PRI’s IT infrastructureAssist in production and distribution of PRI's international radio content, requiring extensive knowledge of multiple technologies, including ISDN, satellite communication, and VPNManage vendor relationships, draft RFPs, and implement new systems

Provide helpdesk support to all levels of faculty, staff, and guests of the Fluno Center, which houses the University of Wisconsin’s Executive Education department, the Center for Advanced Studies in Business, and a hotel run by ARAMARK Harrison LodgingAdministration of the Fluno Center’s Windows-based network

Build, setup, and support computers, A/V equipment, and Windows-based office network at Minnetronix’s medical device manufacturing and design facility