Christopher Scott

• Phone: +1 416 555 0123
• Email: christopher.scott@email.com
• Location: Toronto, Canada
• LinkedIn: christopherscottav

Summary

Seven years of dedicated experience in audio and video technical roles, specializing in the setup, operation, and maintenance of complex AV systems for live events and broadcast environments. Proven ability to troubleshoot intricate technical issues under pressure, ensuring seamless delivery of high-quality audio-visual content.

Adept at managing multi-camera setups, sound reinforcement, and video switching for corporate conferences, concerts, and theatrical productions. Successfully led technical teams to achieve superior production outcomes for major Canadian media companies.

Experience

Lead Audio Visual Technician, Maple Leaf Productions -- Toronto, Canada

Mar 2020 – present

• Managed and executed AV requirements for over 150 diverse events annually, including corporate galas, product launches, and live music concerts, consistently achieving 99% operational uptime.

• Designed and implemented complex sound reinforcement systems using Dante and AVB protocols, optimizing audio clarity and coverage for venues up to 5,000 attendees.

• Supervised a team of 5 junior technicians, providing training on new equipment and best practices, resulting in a 20% improvement in setup efficiency.

• Operated Blackmagic Design ATEM switchers and Ross Video production systems for multi-camera live broadcasts and streaming events, ensuring professional-grade output.

Audio Visual Technician, Northern Lights AV Solutions -- Toronto, Canada

June 2017 – Feb 2020

• Installed, configured, and troubleshot a wide range of audio-visual equipment, including projectors, LED walls, microphones, and digital mixing consoles for various clients.

• Provided on-site technical support for corporate meetings and presentations, resolving critical issues promptly to maintain event flow.

• Assisted in the pre-production planning, equipment staging, and post-event breakdown for large-scale conferences and trade shows.

• Gained proficiency in video conferencing systems like Zoom Rooms and Microsoft Teams, integrating them with existing AV infrastructure.

Education

George Brown College, Advanced Diploma in Audio Production and Engineering -- Toronto, Canada

Sept 2015 – May 2017

Skills

Audio Engineering: Digital and Analog Mixing Consoles (Yamaha, Soundcraft, Behringer), Sound Reinforcement, Microphone Techniques, Dante, AVB, Q-SYS, Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, Live Sound Production, Post-Production Audio

Video Production: Video Switching (Blackmagic ATEM, Ross Video), LED Wall Management, Projector Setup & Alignment, Camera Operation (PTZ, DSLR), Video Encoding, Live Streaming, Broadcast Systems, SDI, HDMI, NDI

Technical Proficiency: Troubleshooting, System Integration, Signal Flow Analysis, Cable Management, Crestron, Extron, AMX Control Systems, IT Networking Fundamentals, Lighting Control (DMX)

Software & Tools: Qlab, Resolume Arena, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, CAD Drawing Interpretation, Network Analyzer Tools