{"id":46,"date":"2013-02-14T00:26:25","date_gmt":"2013-02-14T00:26:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.bbconsulting.tv\/?page_id=46"},"modified":"2015-02-18T22:39:09","modified_gmt":"2015-02-18T22:39:09","slug":"46-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/www.bbconsulting.tv\/?page_id=46","title":{"rendered":"Resume"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Specializing in high-stress, time-sensitive broadcast environments, with 15 years of satellite broadcast experience. Proficient with all aspects of television broadcasting, and able to fill multiple roles when called upon. Equally adept at working in a collaborative, office environment or working independently, with a strong focus on customer service.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Expertise in mobile and fixed transmissions<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Design and construction of SNG platforms and broadcast facilities<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Integration and operation of Video and Voice IP systems over satellite and 3G\/LTE<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Knowledge of diagnostic equipment and maintenance at the component level<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Skilled in multiple computer OS\u2019s (Mac, Windows, Unix)<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Competent and efficient operation in hostile environments<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Management of foreign crews<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Creative and resourceful<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Desirable relationships with international broadcasters<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Recent Projects<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Installation and configuration of satellite downlink equipment for Evolution Communications, KCDO, Altitude Sports, and Origin Digital<\/li>\n<li>Installation of 4.5 meter dishes with Walton De-icing systems for CenturyLink<\/li>\n<li>Installer at the NBC\/Universal Dry Creek facility, focusing primarily with the Avid integration<\/li>\n<li>Design and installation of RF distribution for Time Warner DOCSIS 3.0 test lab in Herndon, VA<\/li>\n<li>Installation of TV Everywhere servers and encoders for CenturyLink<\/li>\n<li>Technical integrator\/crew manager for Time Warner lab in Broomfield, CO<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><em>Experience<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Broadcast Support Technician- Seven Network- Sydney, Australia<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>2009-2012<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Maintenance and support of national, top-rated programs; originating from the Sydney broadcast center<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Design, construction, and operation of Ku band DSNG flyaway and Sprinter van<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Integration of Vocality VOIP platform into existing RTS matrix<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Operation and installation of EVS video playback platform<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Remote support to overseas crews using FTP amd Signiant<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Directing operational theory of BGAN terminals for camera crews, while working closely with Inmarsat to improve connectivity in underperforming locations<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Daily maintenance of Quantel video servers, along with providing support to editors and ingest operators<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Field engineer for the following news events: Black Saturday Bushfires, Brisbane Floods, Christchurch Earthquake, US Presidential Trip: Indonesia, UK Royal Wedding<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Providing IT support during \u201cout-of \u2013hours\u201d operation<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Filling other operational roles when called upon (ingest, editing, camera operation, master control)<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Acquisition of equipment from Vendors (raising purchase orders, managing corporate credit card)<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Freelance Engineer- CBS News- London, United Kingdom \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>2001-2008<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Operated and maintained portable, satellite uplinks in Afghanistan, Iraq, Pakistan, as well as locations in Africa and Europe<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Oversaw physical plant management for temporary news bureaus<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Field maintenance of broadcast equipment, often with limited access to supplies<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Provided onsite IT support to rotating personnel, and introduced protocols for network security<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Interfaced with local businesses and officials to source materials and permits for broadcasting and operating news bureaus<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Filled other operational roles as needed (camera operation, audio mixing, field producing)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Freelance Technician- Burst Video, Integration Services- Denver, CO \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>2007-2008<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Installed and commissioned digital, broadcast equipment for clients<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Supervised crews in the field<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Interfaced with equipment manufacturers and vendors<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Worked closely with project engineers to modify designs when needed<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Acquired new techniques in cable lacing and the dressing of patch panels<\/p>\n<p><strong>Project Manager\/MCR Supervisor- Unlimited Satellite Services- Denver, CO \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>1999-2001<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Managed construction crew of dish farm<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Designed and installed IRD rack room with A\/D conversion for ASI streaming to IP encoders<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Construction and operation of digital, C-band uplink for Hallmark Channel\u2019s foreign services<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Provided technical support to subscribers<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Maintenance of transmission equipment<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Repair of clients\u2019 IRDs<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Upgrade and operation of Ku mobile uplink for BSI in Waco, Texas<\/p>\n<p><strong>Telecom Engineer- Northwest Communications- Seattle, WA \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 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Facility Engineer- Educational Telecommunication Services- Spokane, WA \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>1995-1996<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong> Technician- ICG Communications- Steele Valley, CA \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong> 1<\/strong><strong>994-1995<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong> Master Control Operator- DMX (Digital Music eXrpess)- Denver, CO \u00a0 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