-Design, deploy and troubleshoot extensive IP video installs with tier one broadcasters leveraging a wide range of delivery mediums such as Zixi, SRT, UDP and RIST as well as lossless production formats such as NDI. -Develop advanced cloud workflows enabling REMI production leveraging traditional cloud environments such as AWS and GCP as well as cutting edge multi-access edge computing (MEC) in 5G Wavelength Zones.

Oversee all technological requirements, solutions, and support for Altice USA owned Cheddar News--a 24hr live linear television station widely distributed across 45+ OTT platforms. Scope includes broadcast production & distribution along with workplace systems & network IT across three studio locations. The team also oversees all OTT distribution systems for sister companies News 12 & i24.--Highlights--• One of two employees at Cheddar to be awarded the Altice News & Advertising… Show more Oversee all technological requirements, solutions, and support for Altice USA owned Cheddar News--a 24hr live linear television station widely distributed across 45+ OTT platforms. Scope includes broadcast production & distribution along with workplace systems & network IT across three studio locations. The team also oversees all OTT distribution systems for sister companies News 12 & i24.--Highlights--• One of two employees at Cheddar to be awarded the Altice News & Advertising President's award.• Designed and deployed updated and robust linux based IP video distribution systems integrated with a corporate network environment for Altice News & Advertising's OTT brands.• Led the Cheddar engineering team in a complete reimagining of their studios from the ground up showcasing three unique sets featuring the addition of video wall backdrops and full scenic color. This included in-house design of custom user interfaces, expanded graphics capabilities, and revamped camera robotics.• Optimized existing live production solutions resulting in more streamlined system management, more effective upkeep and an immediate $100,000/yr in savings from retired services.• Reduced tech support ticket volume by 60% by implementing an accessible, fluid documentation store, targeted system modifications, and staff training initiatives.• Migrated Cheddar's entire transport stream distribution to upgraded, geo-diverse cloud hosted Zixi broadcasters with multilayer redundancy. Additionally, on-boarded and delivered to 6 new platforms added to Cheddar's line up.• Overhauled Cheddar's audio infrastructure with an in-house complete redesign of the RTS intercom system in addition to a state of the art Shure Axient Dante AoIP wireless system featuring wireless frequency failover.• Redesigned Cheddar's network topology from a single Cisco Catalyst stack to a Core-ToR design leveraging Nexus 9000 series switches. Show less

• Lead a team of engineers overseeing the acquisition, implementation and maintenance of all production and workplace technology as well as support for daily live broadcasts from multiple control rooms and live studio locations across NYC and Washington DC. • Responsible for system design, and maintain a hands-on role in subsequent purchase, configuration and support of all broadcast and post production audio/visual systems. (System details in previous job title)• Configure and maintain… Show more • Lead a team of engineers overseeing the acquisition, implementation and maintenance of all production and workplace technology as well as support for daily live broadcasts from multiple control rooms and live studio locations across NYC and Washington DC. • Responsible for system design, and maintain a hands-on role in subsequent purchase, configuration and support of all broadcast and post production audio/visual systems. (System details in previous job title)• Configure and maintain 24hr linear broadcast streams for three separate stations distributed to 40+ partners via HLS, SRT, RTP and Zixi transport protocols.Additional responsibilities:• In house IT lead managing a Cisco switch infrastructure and multi-site VPN as well as an on premise data center of servers, shared storage, HVAC, and emergency power management systems.• SysAdmin of Active Directory, G-Suite, Slack and production servers hosted on prem, in VM Clusters and in AWS EC2 instances. Show less

• Member of a small team overseeing all systems for a live broadcast television facility while working closely with operators to ensure all technological requirements are met.• Spec, purchase, and install hardware and software audio and video systems for daily broadcast with an emphasis of staying on the cutting edge in all areas.• Design audio and video operation workflows, and train operators in system use and best practices including custom workflows leveraging Ross Dashboard and… Show more • Member of a small team overseeing all systems for a live broadcast television facility while working closely with operators to ensure all technological requirements are met.• Spec, purchase, and install hardware and software audio and video systems for daily broadcast with an emphasis of staying on the cutting edge in all areas.• Design audio and video operation workflows, and train operators in system use and best practices including custom workflows leveraging Ross Dashboard and cloud based platforms.Day to day maintenance, upkeep, and configuration of: -Multiple control rooms and studios leveraging an expansive MOS workflow consisting of AP ENPS, Ross Xpression Graphics and Imagine Nexio Playout.-Dante AoIP infrastructure utilizing Cisco Switches, SSL Audio consoles, RTS intercoms, Shure Axient wireless systems, and Ross Ultrix embed/de-embed.-Ross Carbonite switchers, robotics camera systems, Xpression graphics, Graphite, Ultrix, and Opengear frames as well as complementary video routers and frame syncs.-Master control infrastructure consisting of Ensemble Avenue routers, Playbox, and Nexio Ingest.-Cisco network infrastructure, video transport streams, EVO shared storage and Meraki firewalls for multisite operation and integration.-Post production workflows utilizing Adobe Creative Cloud, various social media editing platforms, Blackbird, Avid ProTools and cloud based file share solutions.-Video transport streams including an in-house network of UDP SSM Multicast and external deliveries including HLS, RTP, RTMP, SRT and Zixi protocols. Show less

Leading manufacturer of large format audio consoles and AoIP infrastructure for Broadcast, Studio and Live.• System integration, installation, and configuration for all console lines including design, implementation, and maintenance of expansive AoIP network based infrastructures at leading broadcast facilities across the US and Canada• User training in both operation and recommended workflow on all console lines• Remote and on-site technical support and maintenance for all console… Show more Leading manufacturer of large format audio consoles and AoIP infrastructure for Broadcast, Studio and Live.• System integration, installation, and configuration for all console lines including design, implementation, and maintenance of expansive AoIP network based infrastructures at leading broadcast facilities across the US and Canada• User training in both operation and recommended workflow on all console lines• Remote and on-site technical support and maintenance for all console lines Show less

Notable clients including Time Inc, Meredith, Salesforce, Mashable, GoDaddy, Accenture, WWE, MLB, TBWA\Chiat\Day, BBDO, Alto NYC, and 4 Elements Music • Record, edit, sound design and mix—music, film and advertising• Wiring, gear repair, studio acoustics and sound proofing

Prolific management company servicing major label artists.• Live sound engineer on worldwide tours. Front of house and monitors.

Online and print magazine specializing in music and pop Culture• Record, Edit, Mix Live performances, podcasts and other content.

Record, edit, sound design, and mix broadcast, web, and radio spots and pitches.

Custom design, acoustics, sound proofing and wiring with prominent clientele.• Design and build acoustically sound rooms. Audio setup and wiring.

Assisted artists and engineers using the studios in addition to general studio maintenance.

Gotta do what you gotta do...

Film and Television Division. Cutting Sound Effects, Backgrounds, Dialog Editing, ADR.

Engineered or Assisted on most of the projects that came through the door between May 2010 and August 2012. Moved to NYC, but still bring in projects as an independent engineer.

Live sound production. Flying arrays, lighting, setting up large audio systems for large concerts/events. Monitor and FOH engineer.

Tape operator, wrote charts for musicians, took session notes,DAWoperator/editor, studio maintenance, tape machine calibration, etc.

Hard drive tech support and service for customers.