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Professional film and television production technician. Sound mixer, Boom Op, Projectionist and Video Playback Operator for Major Motion Pictures.

Sacramento, California Area

Broad and extensive experience as an audio technician and live operator in the Sacramento area, serving large ballroom events and convention center gatherings of business, local government, and law enforcement organizations. Responsibilities included advance planning, checking inventory, inspecting, operating, and repairing equipment, shipping/receiving, safety and security, operating all systems according to manuals and instructions, and maintaining superior customer relations.

Greater Los Angeles Area

Multi-tasking lead audio engineer, camera operator, lighting specialist, projection technician, PowerPoint editor, carpenter, and stagehand. Managed special events, lectures and seminars, and corporate meetings in major settings such as Boston, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas. Notable events included the Golden Globes at the Beverly Hilton, LAPD’s Awards Ceremony, Bank of America’s Financial Summit, political events (including Barak Obama and Joe Biden), and Merrill Lynch Top Executive Awards. Success required technical skills (programming of LED lighting via DMX and Socapex, engineering of complex sound systems, microphone placement, ringing venues, Dante networking and the use of compressors and EQs, as well as strength and stamina (handling heavy sets and equipment).

Served as Audio Engineer, Video technician, Lighting Operator, Scenic Coordinator, and Stagehand. Installed temporary and permanent equipment and fixtures throughout the Westin Bonaventure Hotel in downtown Los Angeles. Managed large and small special events, stage performances, trade shows, production services, and media operations. Provided precise lighting, live audio, video feeds, stage maps, trusses and structural supports. Installations of all kinds such as Plasma and LCD screens, fast-fold screens, pipe and drape, and speaker podiums. Services included telecoms, stage wiring, and advanced signal flow.

Managed and installed audio, video, lighting, and special equipment for parks, beaches, resorts, and public spaces throughout Massachusetts. Operated audio, video, and lighting systems for the Boston Pops, Boston Orchestra, and Boston Ballet. Provided technical support for the Office of the Governor (Deval Patrick) and the Highway Patrol awards ceremony. Coordinated state-wide events including Fourth of July celebrations and grand openings of government buildings and municipal improvements.

Associate Of Science Degree In Audio And Media Technologies, Audio & Media Technology, 3.8 Gpa

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