Sr .NET Developer /Software Engineer
Resume:
Gregory Thomas Smith
Burbank, Ca 91506
email:***-***@*******.***
Audiovisual Project Manager/Systems Integrator
Summary: Personable and focused career professional specializing in A/V systems is looking to add a unique blend of skills and experience to the right company. My experience consists of several years of project management, systems wiring and equipment integration for videoconferencing systems, automated control systems and housewide systems for upscale homes, offices and universities.
Professional Experience:
July, 2008 – Present
GTS a/v – Owner/Project Manager
• Self-owned low-voltage and automation company specializing in project and systems design
• Designed and implemented entire A/V system for Voyeur Night Club in West Hollywood
• Estimated project costs and timeline for both residential and commercial situations
• Sourced cabling and necessary equipment from multiple vendors for each project as needed
• Created system layouts and wire pull-sheets for each system and sub-system
• Managed day-to-day scheduling of projects to ensure timely completion of each job
• Multiple years experience with both residential and commercial projects
April, 2007 – January, 2009
Prime Technologies INC. - Project Manager/Lead Installer
• Designed and managed multiple upscale projects from design to integration of systems
• Designed and Implemented house wide A/V control systems using Control 4, AMX and Crestron automated control systems throughout all phases
• Managed pre-wire and finish/installation technicians through all phases of projects
• Interfaced directly with builder/developer or homeowner to ensure timely completion of project(s)
• Designed and programmed RTI and Universal Remote controls to customize operation of systems
October, 2006 – March, 2007
The Sound Factor – Project Estimator/Lead Installer
• Provided Installation services for Encino based HI FI storefront
• Installed and mounted LCD/Plasmas and projectors
• Performed pre-wires for house wide audio/video systems and subsystems
• Estimated project costs as needed for each bid
• Managed an install technician to help with installations
January, 2006 to September, 2006
Interior Systems Design – Remote Control/ Installation Technician
• Performed systems integration, remote control programming and project management
• Interfaced with clients at management level to ensure timely completion of projects
• Specialized in and obtained certification for RTI remote control systems programming
• Installed DirecTV Ka/Ku satellite dishes and HD receivers for high end homes
• Built and installed custom Mid Atlantic rack systems for custom situations
August, 2005 to December, 2005
Symphony – Lead Installer/Technician
• Performed audiovisual and Crestron Systems pre wiring and Integration
• Specialized in Kaleidescape and Crestron systems installation, troubleshooting and support
• Installed Satellite dishes, multi-switches and equipment wiring
• Obtained Crestron certification for equipment installation
• Built and installed custom Mid Atlantic rack systems for many situations
March, 2005 to August, 2005
GIZMO – Custom Systems Integrator
• Installed/pre wired housewide A/V systems and network systems integration
• Custom mounted plasma and LCD flat screens, as well as high end DLP projectors
• Performed systems pre wiring, equipment installation and systems integration services
• Pulled and terminated wire for audio/video/data/phone/sat, etc.
• Assisted clients with technical issues, equipment problems and system upgrades
• Installed digital phone and network systems wiring and equipment
January 2005 to March, 2005
Solutionz Videoconferencing – Systems Integrator
• Performed freelance services for company specializing in videoconferencing systems
• Built videoconferencing systems for clients using Polycom and Crestron components
• Traveled to different cities to install videoconferencing systems
• Installed Plasma monitors and LCD projectors with motorized screens for display systems
• Pre wired audio, video and control systems and built custom rack systems as needed
• Trained and assisted clients with systems operation
February 2001 to September 2003
Alford Media - Freelance Audio/Video Staging Technician- Supervisor- David Cleaves
• Provided media event and tradeshow staging services
• Responsible for transfer and set/strike of any needed equipment
• Operated and provided technical support for AV and PC systems
• Distributed Microsoft promotional products
• Managed other techs as needed for events with multiple systems
May 2000 to December 2000
Nibblebox.- Producer/Technical Consultant- Supervisor-David Bartis
• Produced interactive content for dynamic web sites
• Collaborated with writers to build sites around scripted material
• Used Real and SMIL to stream video content from within the Nibblebox site
• Created visual elements for shows using Flash, Director and Photoshop
• Created database Q&A games using Oracle 8
January 2000 to June 2000
Moon Crescent Studios–Technical Consultant/Project Manager - Supervisor– Matt Ferro
• Created an image capture system using a Kodak DCS 560 digital camera and IR controlled lighting
• Worked with producers to design a high resolution imaging system for animation
• Helped write C++ modules to control IR lighting
• Procured all needed equipment and created project schedule
• Tested camera and software limits during development
Education:
1990 to 1994
UCLA Extension– Westwood, California – Bachelor of Arts-Theater Arts
Studies included history of theater and film, screenwriting and creative writing, storyboarding, art and music in film, camera and lighting techniques, editing and film production.
1988 to1990
LA Valley College – Van Nuys, California - AA - Business Administration
Studies included general business courses, general accounting, financing, data entry and prerequisite classes. Technical classes included basic electronics theory, proper cable termination, component ID, PC board soldering, electronics component testing and troubleshooting, power supply building, etc…
References available upon request
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