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Andrew Parr

Queens,NY

Summary

Multi–Emmy Award–winning engineering leader with deep expertise in live broadcast and IP video systems. Proven track record in solution design, project management, and client relations. Skilled in technical troubleshooting and leading complex productions, with a focus on advancing broadcast technology innovation

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Director, Remote Engineering and Technology

NBC Sports
10.2024 - Current
  • Oversaw maintenance and development of NBC Sports remote equipment and systems.
  • Advised on system designs, focusing on remote @home production projects.
  • Recommended workflow improvements based on existing production technologies.
  • Collaborated with production and operations teams to implement effective technical solutions.

Owner

Two Tap Technologies
New York City Metropolitan Area
03.2024 - Current
  • Company Overview: Owner of Two Tap Technologies; offering premiere engineering consulting services for the Broadcast and Media Industry

Senior Design Engineer

Diversified
11.2022 - 03.2024
  • Directed complex engagements, collaborating with clients and project teams to develop solutions, budgets, and timelines.
  • Conceptualized system designs and defined system requirements for projects.
  • Oversaw development of single line CAD drawings, wirelists, rack elevations, and Bill of Materials (BOM).
  • Provided technical expertise to align system architecture and installation within project scope and budget.

Senior Engineer

NBC Sports
Stamford, United States
01.2019 - 10.2022
  • Planned and maintained IP core routing control system for NBC Olympics broadcast center.
  • Developed conceptual and detailed designs for SMPTE 2110 production systems
  • Designed and conducted testing plans for new production technologies to ensure reliability and interoperability.
  • Created AutoCAD single-line drawings and prepared cable run sheets for Stamford Production projects.
  • Provided engineering support for NBC Sports productions, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Implemented and commissioned new IP and SDI production systems, training engineering teams and technicians.
  • Developed detailed estimates to support production initiatives and technology replacement cycles.
  • Oversaw department budgets, forecasts, plans, and reports for NBC Sports Stamford Systems Design Department.

Production Engineer

NBC Sports Group
Stamford, United States
10.2016 - 01.2019
  • Interface with production and operations teams to implement technical solutions to meet production initiatives.
  • Perform system level troubleshooting of technical facilities.
  • Perform preventative maintenance on studio & control room equipment.
  • Perform equipment and systems software installation and updates.
  • Develop documentation and CAD drawings of new and existing systems throughout the facility.
  • Design and install new systems to meet the growing needs of the production facility.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Audio Production and Engineering

Institute of Production And Recording
Minneapolis, MN

BS - Industrial Technology with Emphasis in Electronic Technologies

The University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, North Dakota

Skills

  • IP Video Production Systems
  • Broadcast Controller Management
  • System design and CAD Documentation
  • IP production systems
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Client relationship management
  • Project budgeting and coordination
  • Engineering support and oversight

Timeline

Director, Remote Engineering and Technology

NBC Sports
10.2024 - Current

Owner

Two Tap Technologies
03.2024 - Current

Senior Design Engineer

Diversified
11.2022 - 03.2024

Senior Engineer

NBC Sports
01.2019 - 10.2022

Production Engineer

NBC Sports Group
10.2016 - 01.2019

Associate of Applied Science - Audio Production and Engineering

Institute of Production And Recording

BS - Industrial Technology with Emphasis in Electronic Technologies

The University of North Dakota