Steve Powers Email & Phone Number

Orange County, California, United States

•Owned and operated a business, collaborated, and consulted with technical teams and stakeholders on DSP related projects and components, i.e. QSYS to meet business requirements and enhance AV system performance.•Conducted AV system sizing, performance, and cost-benefit analysis for complex audio-visual systems, while implementing optimal methodologies for church campuses, school gymnasiums, convention centers, and large corporate events. • Maintained business viability during COVID-19 by strengthening client and vendor relationships, achieving a 40% increase in rentals.•Designed and installed updated video projector and Symetrix Processor including video and audio switching at a high school gymnasium using Point to Point protocol to ensure effective delivery of video content.•Managed AV equipment inventory, loading, unloading, set-up, strike, and ensured equipment was functional, safely and professionally presented, and offered hands-on training.•Hired and supervised union and non-union installation labor and subcontractors.•Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with vendors, clients, and key venue personnel.•Stayed updated on pro audio technology advancements, providing informed equipment recommendations.FULL PRODUCTION AUDIO:Genentech, Inc., Multi-Room Corporate Events, Multi-CityVolvo at CONEXPO, Convention Center, Las Vegas, NVFSN "Best Damn Sports Show Period" Hooter's Swimsuit Pageant, Hollywood, FLESPY Awards After Party at LA Live, Los Angeles, CAFacebook Headquarters Corporate Parties, Multi-Room, Multi-CityJoJo Siwa 'The J Team' Movie Drive-In Premiere at the Rose Bowl, Pasadena, CAEQUIPMENT RENTALS:Red Carpet and After Party, "Shotgun Wedding", TCL Chinese Theatre, Hollywood, CAWarner Bros. Movie Premiere "Air", Westwood Village Regency Theater, Westwood, CAKids' Choice Awards, Microsoft Theater, Los Angeles, CAMrs. Dolby 80th Birthday Party, Dolby Family Terrace, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, CA

Irvine, California, United States

•Oversee all technical aspects of the church's worship services and events, ensuring a seamless and engaging experience for congregants.•Coordinate with the worship team, pastors, and other staff to plan and execute the technical elements of services, special events, and productions.•Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that may arise during services or events to minimize disruptions.•Stay current with industry trends and technological advancements, making recommendations for improvements and innovations in the church's technical setup.

Orange County, California, United States

•Led, coached, and mentored 15 staff members and hundreds of volunteers in the largest church in California and one of the largest in the United States with over 20,000 in attendance each week.•Steered the construction process of the new children’s building at Saddleback Valley Community Church. •Identified and troubleshot complex audio, video, switching, and control system problems utilizing industry-standard hardware, i.e. BSS, and devised solutions during the construction process.• Provided technical and product training to clients, subcontractors, and staff members.

Los Angeles County, California, United States

•Communicated effectively, both orally and in writing, with clients, i.e., Hard Rock Cafe.•Defined client’s needs by collecting information and proposing a plan to provide audio equipment for concerts by various artists.•Understood and reviewed RFP documents to provide competitive responses and protect the company from misunderstandings and/or cost overruns.

Education record

Q-Sys Level 1 Certified