Brian McQuillian
Orlando
Summary
A career minded Senior Director, Engineering & Safety - Audio, Video, Projection, and Lighting Systems with diverse audio, video, control, lighting, and special effects technical abilities. Experienced in all aspects of Project/Technical Management from a developmental, technical, and operational standpoint, with a career emphasis placed on promoting my expertise in all fields of sound engineering, control systems, lighting systems, and special effects.
Experienced with strategic planning, team leadership, and operational excellence. Utilizes proven methodologies to drive business growth and enhance organizational performance. Track record of successfully leading diverse teams and managing complex projects.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Director, Engineering & Safety - Audio, Video, Projection, and Lighting Systems
Universal Studios
Orlando, Florida, United States
04.2016 - Current
- Responsible for technical management pertaining to Audio, Video, Projection, and Lighting System design and implementation for all Universal Creative projects worldwide including Transformers: The Ride-3D, Harry Potter And The Forbidden Journey, Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts, and Skull Island: Reign of Kong.
- Responsible for core management and supervision of all elements of Audio/Video Systems.
- Responsible for system design, equipment specification, coordination of vendors, contractors and consultants from conceptual design phase through show opening and turn over to Universal Operations and Technical Services Divisions.
- Universal Creative is responsible for the design and implementation of all of the major attractions introduced into Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal Orlando, Universal Studios Japan and Universal Studios Singapore.
Director of A/V & Projection Systems
Universal Studios
Orlando, Florida, United States
12.2012 - 04.2016
- Responsible for technical management pertaining to A/V System design and implementation for all Universal Creative projects worldwide including Simpson's: The Ride, Transformers: The Ride-3D, and Harry Potter And The Forbidden Journey.
- Responsible for core management and supervision of all elements of Audio/Video Systems.
- Responsible for system design, equipment specification, coordination of vendors, contractors and consultants from conceptual design phase through show opening and turn over to Universal Operations and Technical Services Divisions.
- Universal Creative is responsible for the design and implementation of all of the major attractions introduced into Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal Orlando, Universal Studios Japan and Universal Studios Singapore.
Senior A/V Engineering Manager
Universal Studios
Orlando, Florida, United States
03.2009 - 12.2012
- Responsible for technical management pertaining to A/V System design and implementation for all Universal Creative projects worldwide including Simpson's: The Ride, Rockitt, and Harry Potter And The Forbidden Journey.
- Responsible for core management and supervision of all elements of Audio/Video Systems.
- Responsible for system design, equipment specification, coordination of vendors, contractors and consultants from conceptual design phase through show opening and turn over to Universal Operations and Technical Services Divisions.
- Universal Creative is responsible for the design and implementation of all of the major attractions introduced into Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal Orlando, and Universal Studios Japan.
Technical/Project Manager
Universal Studios
Orlando, Florida, United States
07.2002 - 03.2009
- Responsible for technical management, and system design for Shrek I, Jimmy Neutron, Revenge Of The Mummy, Shrek II, Fear Factor Live, MasterCard Digital Signage Network, High In The Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride, MasterCard Digital Signage Network Phase II, Parkwide Surveillance Upgrades, Parkwide Surveillance Upgrades Phase II, USJ Archway Project.
- Responsible for technical management and supervision of all elements of Audio/Video Systems, Control Systems, Laser Systems, Lighting Systems, Ride Control Systems, Animation Systems, and Special Effects.
- Responsible for system design, equipment specification, coordination of vendors, contractors and consultants from conceptual design phase through show opening and turn over to Universal Operations Division.
- Universal Creative is responsible for the design and implementation of all of the major attractions introduced into Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal Orlando, and Universal Studios Japan.
Project/Resource Manager
Showorks Entertainment Group
Orlando, Florida, United States
07.1999 - 06.2002
- Responsible for project management, and system design for Men In Black Alien Attack for Universal Studios Florida, The Magic Carpets Of Aladdin for Disneyworld, and the park wide audio design for Summer Nights at Wet 'n Wild water park in Orlando, Florida.
- As a Resource Manager, responsible for resource management and allocation of over forty Installation Supervisors, Installation Technicians, Engineers, and System Programmers.
Audio/Video Engineering Manager
Universal Studios
Orlando, Florida, United States
07.1996 - 07.1999
- Responsible for supervising all elements of Audio/Video design, including system design, equipment specification, coordination of vendors, contractors and consultants.
- Universal Creative is responsible for the design and implementation of all of the major attractions introduced into Universal Studios Hollywood, and Universal Orlando.
Audio/Video/Lighting/Control Manager
MCA Planning & Development
02.1995 - 07.1996
- Responsible for supervising all elements of Audio/Video/Lighting/Control design, including system design, equipment specification, coordination of vendors, contractors and consultants.
Technical Supervisor/ Sound Reinforcement Engineer
Universal Studios
Universal City, California, United States
05.1991 - 02.1995
- Work included recording, mixing, and editing of show tapes for show facilities and special events.
- Assisted the Production Manager with the implementation of approved budgets, recruitment, training, and discipline of Sound Technicians and Stage Managers.
- Technically responsible for nine live shows.
Director of Audio Hardware
Landmark Entertainment Group
North Hollywood, California, United States
07.1989 - 03.1991
- Responsible for all elements of Audio design, including mixing, supervising system design, equipment specification, coordination of American vendors, as well as interface with Japanese contractors and consultants.
Audio Engineer
Jean Ann Ryan Productions
Miami, Florida, United States
07.1988 - 04.1989
- Engaged as Sound Reinforcement Engineer for Chorus Line and the Las Vegas Revue, Sea Legs Express.
- Sound Reinforcement Engineer for select outside entertainment including Joe Williams, Patti Page, Jerry Vale, and Mark Preston (of The Letterman).
Show/Mixing Supervisor
Six Flags Magic Mountain
06.1984 - 02.1988
- Responsible for recording, mixing, and editing of show tapes for all show facilities.
- Operated as House Sound Representative/Sound Reinforcement Engineer for selected outside entertainment.
- Supervised thirty technicians, responsible for eight live shows.
Sound Technician
Disneyland
Anaheim, California, United States
06.1984 - 02.1988
- Provided sound reinforcement support for major entertainment such as Little Anthony, and Gary U.S. Bonds, as well as equipment maintenance.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Radio/Television Production
California State University Northridge
01.1988
Skills
- Creative Direction
- Patents
- Collaborative leadership
- Team management
- Team building and motivation
- Organizational development
- Decision-making
- Project management
- Strategies and goals
- Staff development
- Charismatic leader
- Creativity and innovation
- Goal setting
- Relationship building
- Leadership development
Personal Information
Title: Senior Director, Engineering & Safety - Audio, Video, Projection, and Lighting Systems
Timeline
Senior Director, Engineering & Safety - Audio, Video, Projection, and Lighting Systems
Universal Studios
04.2016 - Current
Director of A/V & Projection Systems
Universal Studios
12.2012 - 04.2016
Senior A/V Engineering Manager
Universal Studios
03.2009 - 12.2012
Technical/Project Manager
Universal Studios
07.2002 - 03.2009
Project/Resource Manager
Showorks Entertainment Group
07.1999 - 06.2002
Audio/Video Engineering Manager
Universal Studios
07.1996 - 07.1999
Audio/Video/Lighting/Control Manager
MCA Planning & Development
02.1995 - 07.1996
Technical Supervisor/ Sound Reinforcement Engineer
Universal Studios
05.1991 - 02.1995
Director of Audio Hardware
Landmark Entertainment Group
07.1989 - 03.1991
Audio Engineer
Jean Ann Ryan Productions
07.1988 - 04.1989
Show/Mixing Supervisor
Six Flags Magic Mountain
06.1984 - 02.1988
Sound Technician
Disneyland
06.1984 - 02.1988
Bachelor's Degree - Radio/Television Production
California State University Northridge