Experience
Where I've worked
A timeline of production, engineering, and technical direction roles.
Technical Director
Sept 2024 — PresentVenice Church — Los Angeles, CA
- Lead live production direction using Wirecast, YouTube Studio, and Blackmagic Studio Cameras for seamless, high-quality broadcasts.
- Execute advanced video editing workflows in Adobe Premiere Pro, maintaining rigorous post-production standards.
- Oversee configuration, deployment, and maintenance of camera rigs including Canon DSLR and cinema cameras.
- Design digital assets and promotional materials in Adobe Photoshop with brand consistency.
- Configure and program Chroma Q Vista lighting consoles to create dynamic, immersive environments.
Systems Installer
June 2020 — PresentVisual Trend Creative — San Diego, CA
- Pulled, terminated, and tested XLR, TS, TRS, CAT6, and SDI cabling; performed soldering and precision terminations for reliable signal integrity.
- Replicated proprietary personal-monitoring network switch functionality (ME-U, Powerplay, Aviom) to reduce system costs while maintaining performance.
- Programmed and optimized Allen & Heath, Behringer, and Yamaha digital consoles for FOH, monitor, and broadcast applications.
- Assembled, addressed, and configured large-format LED wall panels, ensuring accurate pixel mapping and seamless visual performance.
- Mounted, addressed, and tested fixtures from American DJ, Chauvet, Martin, and Betopper for stage and architectural applications.
- Installed, routed, and configured Chroma-Q Vista lighting consoles and programmed lighting networks for dynamic stage environments.
Production Engineer
May 2019 — May 2024Eastlake Community Church — Chula Vista, CA
- Provided expert engineering support across audio, lighting, and video for live and recorded productions.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to meet production goals and financial objectives.
- Led cost reduction initiatives without compromising quality and adhering to set budgets.
- Soldered and terminated XLR, TS, TRS, CAT6, and SDI cabling for audio and video infrastructure.
- Monitored, analyzed, and solved issues with video cameras and digital video switchers.
- Developed and led a team of nine engineers, guiding each from intern to fully trained staff member.
- Managed a company card with a monthly limit increase and prepared expense reports in Nexonia for senior executives.