Technical Production/Operations Manager July – August 2024NBCUNIVERSAL – USA NETWORK PARIS OLYMPICS 2024 (Freelance) • Forge robust relationships between Production and Operations teams, driving troubleshooting initiatives to promptly resolve technical workflow challenges. I collaborate closely with satellite operations, editorial/production staff, and other technical operation units to proactively address production-related issues.• Skillfully orchestrate studio crews and control room personnel, ensuring streamlined scheduling and management of production requests, while adhering to the overall production budget. I proficiently manage requests spanning acquisitions, studio operations, signal flow, satellite operations, and graphics processes.• Strategically plan and execute both extensive and compact remote site projects, such as sport events locations and on-the-road productions. I meticulously compile comprehensive lists of technical equipment requirements, office space, requisites, and any other production necessities.• Act as the front-line authority during travel to/from remote sites, taking charge of large and small-scale events. I lead and direct teams to ensure seamless execution and high-quality production outcomes.• Provide hands-on management of personnel, facilities, equipment, and technology, leading a customer-centric production operations group that support sporting live and tape replay events, as well as Sports News, Business reports and updates, and Leverage my expertise in iNews, Live flow, ScheduALL, EVS Cerebrum for routing remote coordination, and Microsoft Excel to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and optimize technical processes.

• Spearhead the management of both standard and High-Definition Television (HDTV) technical operations, encompassing production, remotes, Live Games, and transmission.• Take charge of providing comprehensive setup surveys for technical crews and equipment in alignment with production requisites and facility capabilities. Supervise maintenance across remote, Studio, Broadcast Operation, Master Control, and in-house productions.• Lead the recruitment, budgeting, and booking of freelance professionals to ensure a robust and skilled workforce. Guarantee that all productions strictly adhere to industry standards and union regulations.• Play a pivotal role in managing and orchestrating major events, serving as the crucial liaison between remote, studio, and broadcast operations to ensure seamless execution.• Integrate cutting-edge streaming technologies and solutions into the technical operations landscape, optimizing the streaming capabilities of Madison Square Garden Network to meet and exceed audience expectations

• Forge robust relationships between Production and Operations teams, driving troubleshooting initiatives to promptly resolve technical workflow challenges. I collaborate closely with satellite operations, editorial/production staff, and other technical operation units to proactively address production-related issues.• Skillfully orchestrate studio crews and control room personnel, ensuring streamlined scheduling and management of production requests, while adhering to the overall production budget. I proficiently manage requests spanning acquisitions, studio operations, signal flow, satellite operations, and graphics processes.• Strategically plan and execute both extensive and compact remote site projects, such as elections and on-the-road productions. I meticulously compile comprehensive lists of technical equipment requirements, office space, talent requisites, makeup essentials, and any other production necessities.• Act as the front-line authority during travel to/from remote sites, taking charge of large and small-scale events. I lead and direct teams to ensure seamless execution and high-quality production outcomes.• Provide hands-on management of personnel, facilities, equipment, and technology, leading a customer-centric production operations group that supports News, Business, and Weather segments.• Leverage my expertise in iNews, AZ Edit, ScheduALL, remote coordination, and Microsoft Excel to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and optimize technical processes.

• Supervise QPTV engineering maintenance staff, determine project priorities, and spearhead the integration of new systems and technologies. Serve as the Technical Lead in preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, problem-solving for all existing equipment systems associated with QPTV's 24/7/365 television operations in a major market. Responsible for planning and overseeing the installation of new equipment and systems.• Oversee the 24/7 operation of the PEG / Streaming channels. Conduct ongoing research to identify and implement systems that enhance the efficiency and reliability of QPTV's broadcast and cable outlets.• Manage QPTV staff across all designated technical locations, including master control, production, engineering, and transmission sites. Coordinate and supervise the work of QPTV contracted vendors for maintenance and repair.• Direct the purchase and maintain inventory of all equipment and systems at all QPTV Media locations.• Manage Analog, Standard/High-Definition Television technical operations, remotes, and transmission. Provide setup surveys for technical crews and equipment according to production needs. Oversee the technical maintenance of AV conference room services and other AV facilities. Demonstrate the ability to oversee strategic initiatives and maintain CATV, satellite, fiber, bridges, routers, and control room systems.• Lead the design and implementation of the broadcast center (master control) upgrade. Provide guidance on the design, integration, and installation of future transmission facilities, including satellite up-link, terrestrial vendors, and field crews using bonded cellular equipment such as TVU Networks, LiveU, and Teredek to optimize signal quality for remotes or facilities, with the QPTV broadcast center.• Manage the creation of Live Streaming, Live Webcast, and NDI/IP operations using tools like vMix, Wirecast, OBS, etc.• Responsible for managing Skype, Zoom, WebEx, Google Meets, and Microsoft Teams, creating.

• Spearhead and oversee all aspects of production operations, including engineering, production management, logistics, and budgetary requirements. Manage a wide range of live remote, studio, and Streaming/Virtual productions for Crewestone Technologies Inc, ensuring seamless execution and delivery of content.• Take charge of planning, directing, and executing technical and operational strategies for Streaming/Virtual productions. Ensure the flawless delivery of content for Crewestone Technologies Inc's studio productions originating in Chesapeake, VA, and New York, distributed across Broadcast, Cable Networks, and various digital platforms.• Provide expert guidance on technical requirements for mobile units, transmission, and set/stage requests, ensuring optimal technical setups for all productions. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to meet technical specifications.• Take responsibility for recruiting, hiring, and managing personnel to align with the demands of show and event schedules while adhering to budget constraints. Foster a high-performing team environment and facilitate professional development.• Develop and maintain comprehensive Technical Surveys for each show/event, meticulously documenting technical specifications and requirements. Present these surveys to the editorial staff, ensuring alignment between technical and creative aspects of productions.• Manage communication, coordination, ordering, shipping, and handling of vendor rental gear, production materials, and technical equipment essential for supporting all Remote, Studio, and Streaming/Virtual Show/Events. Guarantee the availability of necessary resources for Crewestone Technology, Inc original productions.

• Spearhead the development and oversight of service level agreements and measurement criteria for contractual relationships with a diverse range of sponsors, station affiliates, program scheduling, and vendors.• Take charge of conceiving game/show concepts and formats, overseeing the end-to-end production process. This includes producing, directing, and technically directing live game/sporting events, as well as editing pre-taped events.• Demonstrate proficiency in managing Analog, Standard/High-Definition Television technical operations, including remotes and transmission. Skillfully integrate satellite up-links, terrestrial vendors, and field crews, utilizing advanced bonded cellular equipment such as TVU Networks, LiveU, and Teredek. This ensures the optimization of signal quality from production remotes or facilities, maintaining consistent communication with the YSN broadcast center.• Play a pivotal role in coordinating major events, ensuring seamless connectivity and communication.• Provide essential setup surveys for technical crews and oversee equipment maintenance to align with production needs and facility capabilities.• Oversee all aspects of live streaming and webcasting for games and events. Responsibilities encompass maintaining, supporting, updating, configuring, testing, and operating audio/video systems, as well as managing various streaming software platforms. Continuously research and implement new technology, assessing advancements for cost-effectiveness and simplicity.• Maintain rigorous quality assurance standards for all recorded and streaming output, whether in the studio, during remote broadcasts, teleconferencing, tape delays, Pay-Per-View (PPV) events, or live productions.

• Oversaw MNN's engineering maintenance staff, effectively prioritizing projects and spearheading the integration of cutting-edge systems and technologies. Acted as the technical lead for daily preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and problem resolution of all existing equipment and systems associated with MNN's 24/7/365 television operation in a major market. Additionally, played a pivotal role in planning and installing new equipment and systems.• Managed the repair and enhancement of existing equipment and systems to ensure uninterrupted 24/7 operation of PEG / Streaming channels. Conducted in-depth research, design, and installation of novel equipment and systems to enhance MNN's broadcast and cable outlets' efficiency and reliability.• Effectively managed MNN's master control, production, and transmission staff across all designated locations, including contracted vendors. Ensured their productivity and adherence to high-quality standards.• Collaborated with City and Borough agencies as necessary to accomplish assigned tasks. • Successfully managed High-Definition Television technical operations, remotes, and transmission. Conducted setup surveys for technical crews and equipment based on production needs and facility capabilities. Oversaw the management and technical maintenance of AV conference room services and other AV facilities.• Provided leadership in overseeing maintenance of CATV, satellite, fiber, bridges, routers, and control room systems.• Managed audio and video bridging technologies, IT services, in-house and out-of-house productions, • Advised on the design, integration, and installation of future transmission facilities, seamlessly integrating satellite up-link, terrestrial vendors, and field crews using bonded cellular equipment such as TVU Networks, LiveU, and Teredek. • Acted as a liaison between remote, studio, and broadcast operations, facilitating seamless of Live Streaming, Live Webcast, and NDI/IP operations.