Technical Director Strategic Partnerships

Joel Wilson

Phone: 615-***-****

Email: ****@***************.***

Professional Summary

Highly accomplished Technical Director with over 15 years of diverse experience in live event production, broadcast engineering, and video production. Currently serving as the Technical Director at WSM 650am / Grand Ole Opry / Circle Network, leading multiple high-profile live broadcast projects. Proven expertise in designing complex signal paths, managing technical teams, and delivering seamless, high-quality live productions across various platforms. Adept at navigating evolving broadcast technologies and implementing cutting-edge solutions. A multi- faceted leader with a tireless work ethic, skilled at taking ownership of projects, overcoming challenges, and driving innovation.

Professional Experience

WSM 650am / Grand Ole Opry / Circle Network — Nashville, TN Technical Director

December 2019 – Present

• Led the management of multiple live streams for Circle Network and the WSM 650 simulcast of Coffee, Country, and Cody, utilizing terrestrial broadcast partners and AWS cloud-based streaming to reach SVOD platforms via Amagi Master Control system based in India.

• Directed and switched multi-cam program which included multiple on-air graphic packages and designed and deployed as automated Adobe template workflows, producing engaging, real-time visual content for live broadcasts over a 5-year span.

• Engineered the design and implementation of signal paths between remote locations, including OPRY House and Opryland Hotel, managing IP-controlled PTZ cameras, integration and control of multiple devices, file sharing, routing configurations, remote contributions, confidence monitoring as well as local and cloud- based archival.

• Participated in and provided technical consultation for the recent build and transition of WSM ACUFF STUDIO, ensuring functionality as the station moved from the Opryland Hotel to its new location.

• Hired, trained, and managed Assistant Technical Director, creating redundancy for critical roles and ensuring operational continuity.

• Identified and deployed SRT (Secure Reliable Transport) as the primary method of video transmission, improving broadcast reliability and quality.

• Oversaw and maintained the AWS/Haivision cloud account, ensuring daily broadcast operations and signal redundancy.

Literal Creative LLC — Nashville, TN

Owner/Operator 2018 – Present

• American Health Partners: Led the development and management of digital media strategies across 35 healthcare entities, including creating social platforms, timelines, and distribution metrics. Managed live event streaming, video capture, and post- production for the annual employee awards banquet.

• Tennessee Baptist Adult Homes: Provided full-service video production, including scripting, shooting, and editing promotional materials for fundraising and awareness initiatives.

• The Nashville Christmas Parade: Directed video production, including coordination of remote contributions and live musical performances for event participants, integrating them into live broadcast streams.

• Developed workflows to streamline content creation, ensuring consistency and high- quality output for various clients across multiple industries.

• Expertise in Fly-pack design, remote operation, vision switching, troubleshooting, network management, and Streamdeck/Companion trigger integration and design, with proficiency across multiple streaming platforms. Westwood Avenue — Nashville, TN

Director of Production, Video Team Lead April 2017 – August 2018

• Managed creative production for multiple campaigns, serving as the lead producer, copywriter, and video editor for both broadcast and social media content.

• Supervised an in-house team of editors, shooters, and graphic designers, ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality video products.

• Led mentoring efforts for neuro-atypical team members, developing their skills in video production, editing, and storytelling.

ZUUS Media Network — Nashville, TN

Production Director / Technical Lead 2014 – 2016

• Supervised all technical aspects of live productions and episodic content, directing a team of editors, camera operators, and production assistants to meet high-quality output standards.

• Delivered custom broadcast and video solutions, managing technical setups for multi- camera performances, audio systems, and video streaming workflows. The National Guard SRSC / MSPC — Little Rock, AR

Videographer/Editor 2013 – 2014

• Produced and edited high-impact video content for National Guard recruitment, including travel duties, gear checkouts, and scheduling production according to client needs.

• Worked directly with subjects to capture educational and informative content. Managed all post-production aspects including editing, sound design, graphics, and color timing. Technical Skills:

• Broadcast Technology: Signal flow, audio routing, SRT protocol, AWS cloud operations, PTZ camera control, Fly-pack design, network management, remote operation, vision switching, Streamdeck/Companion trigger integration.

• Software: Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, MS Office Suite, bitfocus Companion, OBS, Rundown Creator, Haivision Gateway, OPEN AI, TOPAZ. Education:

Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts – Mass Communications Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN Certifications:

• 5th Degree Black Belt, Kung-Fu San Soo

• Motion Graphics for Video Editors: Creating Animated Logos

• Triple-Threat Project Manager

• Certified Adult Volunteer Trainer – Leave No Trace Master Educator Woodbadge MT-65, National Youth Leadership Training, National Camp School with more than a decade of volunteer experience in the Scouting Program. Currently studying for:

• AWS Cloud Computing Practitioner Certification

• AWS AI Practitioner Certification

Awards and Recognition:

• Recipient of multiple awards for excellence in direction and video production.

• Directed the award-winning "Size Matters" project featured in the Film Industry Network article.

Find The Literal Creative online:

• https://www.youtube.com/@TheLiteralCreative

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/theliteralcreative

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