Brayden Rausch

I manage the setup, operation, troubleshooting, and teardown of all camera equipment, including cameras, tripods, lenses, mixers, and SDI, fiber, aux, and XLR cables. I run replay systems for football, basketball, and hockey, and work on productions ranging from sports events to charity functions. I operate cameras for live events, collaborate with production teams to enhance visual storytelling, and adjust setups based on lighting and scene requirements. I train junior operators, oversee equipment maintenance, support multi-camera setups, and operate DSLR, mirrorless, and cinema cameras. I also set up and stream livestream events, operate jib arms and dollies, adapt quickly to new camera technologies, and handle billing and invoicing clients. I maintain composure under pressure while ensuring productions run smoothly. My experience includes Midco Sports, ESPN2, Dakota News Now, Focused Motion, Augustana, and Sanford.

I work as part of the GCU Broadcast Team, managing all aspects of live event production at the stadium. My responsibilities include setting up, troubleshooting, and maintaining cameras and other broadcast equipment, patching signals, wrapping cables, and repairing broken components. I operate cameras and replay systems and oversee the teardown of all equipment after events. Additionally, I collaborate with all parties involved to ensure smooth communication and efficient workflow, continuously analyzing and improving system operations to enhance show quality. I also develop solutions for broadcast-related challenges, contributing to a seamless and professional live production experience.

I oversaw all video operations for concerts and corporate events, ensuring high-quality visuals from setup to teardown. My responsibilities included operating and maintaining video equipment, managing live feeds and projections, troubleshooting technical issues, and working closely with other production departments to deliver seamless events. I also monitored performance to find areas for improvement, kept equipment on maintenance schedules to minimize downtime, and coordinated workflows to keep projects on track. In addition, I trained and supported junior staff, making sure productions met both quality standards and deadlines.

I worked in residential construction, primarily responsible for framing houses from start to finish. My duties included assembling walls, flying and setting rafters, installing wall and roof sheeting, and applying house wrap. I operated boom and jib equipment, managed the movement of tools and materials in and out of the trailer, and took precise measurements to ensure accuracy. I also monitored inventory, coordinated with team members to maintain workflow efficiency, and supported all aspects of on-site construction to help complete houses safely and on schedule.

I was the owner and operator of Splash My Ride Mobile Detailing, where I oversaw all aspects of the business, from operations to customer relations. My responsibilities included marketing, bookkeeping, billing, invoicing, scheduling, and managing quarterly tax payments, along with providing hands-on detailing services. We specialized in mobile detailing for cars, RVs, boats, and semi-trucks, with expertise in paint correction, ceramic coating, odor removal, and stain removal. I managed inventory to ensure the availability of supplies, streamlined scheduling for maximum efficiency, and implemented quality control measures to guarantee customer satisfaction. By leading marketing initiatives and fostering strong client relationships, I built a loyal customer base and drove business growth. Additionally, I analyzed workflows to identify process improvements, ensuring our services remained efficient, professional, and customer-focused.

I was in charge of checking guests out, assisting in sales of products, cleaning and maintenance of the store, unloading trucks of products, lockout tag out operations, assisting in kitchen, dishwashing, fuel spill cleanup, trouble shooting, restocking shelves, and ensuring things are properly faced.

I was in charge of changing cars oil, brake fluid, coolant, washer fluid, transmission fluid, tire repair, tire balancing, tire replacement, TPMS relearning, customer service, creating invoices, moving cars on the lot, car washing, ordering parts, communicating between different branches of the company, supply runs, cleaning of service area, operation of zambonis, and maintenance/repair of machines.