OBJECTIVE: (NOT CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR WORK) A career that challenges the skills and experience I have
obtained in the mobile television satellite industry.
EXPERIENCE:
Sure Shot Transmissions, Inc., New Middletown, OH Satellite Truck Engineer, February 1999 - April 2003; March 2004 - Present
Responsible for operation of digital and analog Ku-Band satellite trucks. Setup
a variety of broadcast support equipment including audio mixers, video switchers,
cameras, and IFB equipment. Makes sure audio/video levels are set to proper
standards as designated by clients. Ability to adapt to clients needs as they
change. Schedules vehicle for maintenance and repairs. Complies with DOT
regulations and holds good driving record. A few clients include ABC/ESPN,
BBC, CBS, NHRA, NBC, and PGA.
WCGL TV CBS 46, Atlanta, GA ENG Technician, April 2003 - February 2004
ENG/SNG Technician for television station. Responsible for the operation of
microwave and Ku-Band satellite vehicles. Establish signal and maintain proper audio
and video levels as determined by master control. Operate videotape machines,
editors, audio/video mixers, and test equipment. Society of Broadcast Engineers member.
Hold FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
WMTV NBC 15, Madison, WI Operations Technician, March 1997 - February 1999
Master control operator for broadcast television station. Responsible for the
live switching of all programming/commercials, maintaining program/transmitter logs,
and downlinking/recording satellite feeds. Monitor video and audio for quality.
Serve as audio and tape operator for live newscasts.
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, Fennimore, WI Internship, January 1995 - August 1995, May 1996 - August 1996
Produced, directed, and edited several educational and community programs for
broadcast over SWTC’s educational cable channel. Responsible for setup and
installation of related television cameras and editing equipment.
MJ’s Kreations, Belmont, WI Videographer/Editor, June 1995 - October 1996
Worked with partner in videotaping weddings. Responsibilities included
scheduling jobs, operation of multiple cameras, and editing.
City of Oshkosh Public Access Television, Oshkosh, WI Volunteer, Fall 1995 - Spring 1996
Assisted in various crew positions for weekly television sport program.
EDUCATION:
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, September 1995 - December 1996.
Radio/TV/Film Major. Specialized courses taken: Fundamentals of
Television Production, Television Studio Management, and Management
Information Systems. Active member of the National Broadcasting
Society. Served as Director, Technical Director, and Master Control
Operator for campus educational station. Shot and edited footage for NCAA of 1996
Women’s Basketball Championship.
Fennimore High School, 1995 Graduate.
General education courses with a concentration in media and
computer-related classes. Yearbook Editor. Sports
Photographer/Videographer. Honors: Honor Roll, Fennimore Community
Scholarship Recipient, Badger Boys State and Business World
Representative, Senior Class Citizenship Award.
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Sure Shot Transmissions, Inc., New Middletown, OH
WCGL TV CBS 46, Atlanta, GA
WMTV NBC 15, Madison, WI