EMERSON O. GIBSON
703-***-****, *******.******@*****.***, 1409 Madison Street, Hyattsville, MD 20782
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
Accomplished and integrity-driven professional and entrepreneur offering over 13 years of success on both the audiovisual and sound engineering levels. Demonstrates strong concentration and enormous success in audio production and technical direction for broadcast radio, live concerts, and theater. Recognized as a savvy leader with strengths in recording, dubbing, editing, and final mix-down. Ability to interconnect and operate complex audio/visual systems integrated with video conferencing, LCD projectors, screens, video mixers, and digital video cameras. Praised for prudently managing human and technical resources. Not afraid to delve into new and unfamiliar projects.
TECHNICAL SKILLS, CERTIFICATIONS, CLEARANCE AND AWARDS
Skills : Audio production, technical direction, live concerts, theatre, recording, dubbing, LCD Projector, video mixers, and digital video cameras
Tools : Microsoft Office Suite, Pro Tools, Acid Pro, Cool Edit and Adobe
Platforms/Environment : DVD, VHS, DV am and audio tape duplication, and basic editing
Clearance : Confidential
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Project Manager – November 2009 to Present
Vistronix Inc, 1851 Alexander Bell Drive, Suite 350 Reston VA 20191
Fannie Mae Project (Client Site)
o Manage daily operations for team of ten (10) A/V techs, covering eight (8) office buildings in DC, MD, & VA.
o Exercises full, first level supervisory authority over a number of subordinate staff in the office. Establishes performance standards and evaluates the work of these subordinates. Provides advice, counsel and instructions to staff, and interviews and makes/approves selections for positions in the office
o Review new candidates for open positions; administer evaluations and performance appraisals.
o Develop manuals, texts, workbooks, or related materials for use in conjunction with production materials or for training.
o Conduct training sessions on selection, use, and design of audio/visual materials and on operation of presentation equipment.
o Organize and maintain compliance, license, and warranty information related to audio and video facilities.
o Participates in formal and informal decision making sessions/meetings; interacting with senior management, support staff, office administrators, and clients. Provide individual instruction in equipment setup and operation as needed.
Program Director/Producer/On-Air Talent – December 2005 to Present
Myxradio, Washington DC
o Provides technical and directional support for live broadcasts.
o Voice and produce (mixed and edited) commercials.
o Hosts live events for promotional purposes.
Vice President – January 2002 to Present
Music Surgeon Sound, 4787 Old Dominion Road, Arlington, VA 22207
o Live Sound Engineer, providing set up for full productions including front of the house and monitor sound consoles up to 48 channels or more, amplifiers, loudspeakers, back line , and related sound equipment.
Audio Visual Technician I – August 2007 to November 2009
Vistronix, Inc. 1851 Alexander Bell Drive, Suite 350 Reston VA 20191
Fannie Mae Project (Client Site)
o Initialized multimedia and conferencing equipment, conducted pre-conference testing, monitored audio and video calls, troubleshot technical issues and maintained a working knowledge of various product platforms.
o Planned, set up, and supported Audio/Visual (A/V) needs for special events and work with external A/V vendors as needed.
o Maintained inventories of equipment and related supplies.
Audio Visual Technician – June 1999 to February 2002
AV Tech, VA
Fannie Mae Project (Client Site)
o Initialized multimedia and conferencing equipment, conducted pre-conference testing, monitored audio and video calls, troubleshot technical issues and maintained a working knowledge of various product platforms.
o Planned, set up, and supported Audio/Visual (A/V) needs for special events and work with external A/V vendors as needed.
o Maintained inventories of equipment and related supplies.
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
A.A. Audio Production
Art Institute of Washington
Arlington, VA 2008
REFERENCES FURNISHED UPON REQUEST