Peter S. Werstler, CTS, DMC-D

** **** *** **., *******, IL 312-***-**** acux2p@r.postjobfree.com

ABOUT ME

Dynamic professional with over 15 years of accomplishments as a technician, consultant, systems engineer, and operations expert. Motivated self-starter; exhibiting high ethics, adaptability, competence and confidence- underscored by personal commitment to outstanding professional performance and a “can do” attitude. I approach tasks with the winning combination of aptitude and enthusiasm.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Project Coordinator

Sep 2014 – Jan 2016

PCM Technologies

Downers Grove, IL

Act as project manager for commercial A/V installations in the Food-

service, Hospitality, and Retail industries.

Ensure a successful and profitable result by coordinating schedules,

personnel and logistics.

Provide project documentation needed including installation

narratives, system overview, contracts/ agreements, A/V drawings,

and realistic project time-lines.

Coordinate with sales team and clients to design & propose AV

solutions based on technical requirements and budget.

Application Engineer

Mar 2014 – Sep 2014

Crestron Electronics

Schaumburg, IL

Assist Crestron commercial/ residential dealers, end-users, and

corporate/ institutional partners in implementation of Crestron products.

Resolve/ confirm/ explain company and/or client concerns.

Integral part in achieving an effective 'first tier' level of tech support,

to more efficiently handle calls, cut wait times, and better process RMAs.

Technical Support Specialist/ System design

Aug 2012 – Aug 2013

AVAD, LLC

Elk Grove Village, IL

Provide Technical Support and System Design assistance for

AVAD's Nationwide network of associates and dealers.

Integral in growing commercial products sales by 70% in 1 year.

Maintain a working knowledge of AVAD's line of over 75

custom audio/ visual technology manufacturers.

Provide AVAD Dealers better access to, and understanding of

popular products and categories.

Audiovisual Technician

Jun 2006 – Jul 2011

Video Replay Inc.

Chicago, IL

Plan, prep, ship, deliver, setup, operate, and strike rental orders.

Inspect, repair, maintain, and inventory equipment when returned.

Supervise of union personnel at union operated facilities.

Communicate with clients. Ensure necessary equipment was set up/

operated as requested.

Assistant Audio Engineer

Dec 2000 – Nov 2005

Steppenwolf Theatre Company

Chicago, IL

Schedule and execute production load in, set up, operation,

and strike of sound and video systems for all spaces and performances.

Perform regular maintenance of audio inventory, and execute

departmental tasks as needed.

Assist designers, directors, stage managers, talent, and other

departments as needed.

Prepare several shows for moves to other venues in Chicago,

New York, Toronto, Seattle, Vail, Galway, Dublin, and Melbourne.

Peter S. Werstler, CTS, DMC-D

16 East Ash St., Lombard, IL 312-***-**** acux2p@r.postjobfree.com

Education Pennsylvania Broadcasting Institute, Reading, PA- 1996

Studies included Television and Radio Broadcasting, Control Room operation, News, Copy writing, Audio Production, and Logging. 96% Avg. Certification upon Completion.

Project Management Institute (PMI) – PMP / CAPM, #EC112237 - Ecareers- Jan. 2016

Online courses & activities dedicated to solidifying fundamental knowledge, terminology, and processes of effective project management (CAPM Designation), while working towards credits and fulfilling requirements for PMP certification.

Affiliations

Infocomm International - Awarded CTS designation, April 2013 Certification # 1327615- Renewed Dec. 2015. Valid Through April 2019

Crestron Electronics - DMC-D - April, 2014 - Completed courses focusing on System Design, 4K implementation, and the Crestron Digital Media (DM) product family.

Digital Signage Experts Group / Brawn Consulting – DSCE November, 2012 - Completed the Digital Signage Expert Certification Program.

Wilson Electronics - Certified Wilson Electronics Installer- November 2012

Skills

I possess an understanding the importance of every task, and its significance in achieving an overall goal.

Results-oriented team player, possessing analytical strength, perception, sound judgment, and uncompromising integrity.

I am experienced in multiple situations and applications with audio & video devices, lighting equipment, projectors and screens, cameras, video conferencing units, digital signage, video walls, softwares, programming, and the set up, control, implementation, and operation of all.

I am very quick to learn and retain new technologies and processes.

I am thorough and methodical in troubleshooting; and remain

calm and concentrated, even in high pressure situations.

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