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Carolina Esteves-Phillips

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Self motivated and technically minded individual with experience in robotics mechanical engineering, camera operation, and open style dance choreography. Capable of learning and adapting to new environments and event systems quickly and smoothly by working and collaborating with other people to overcome any issues. Specializes in attention to detail to provide the best finished product in any job or task.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Bot Engineer/Bot Wrangler

Giant Nut Productions Co. (Battlebots)
Las Vegas, NV
01.2023 - Current
  • Repairs and builds heavyweight combat robots for nightly fights
  • Specializes in pneumatic systems and small scale gear and chain box builds
  • Improves bot designs to ensure longevity and increase entertainment factor in fights
  • Handles fire, pneumatic, and mechanical safety procedures during testing and fights

PTZ Camera Operator

Giant Nut Productions Co. (Battlebots)
Las Vegas, NV
01.2023 - Current
  • Operates four remote controlled PTZ cameras to shoot robot rights and live production
  • Writes and adapts camera script for live show
  • Communicates with technical director for live show "on-the-fly" adaptations

A/V Technician

Giant Nut Productions Co. (Battlebots)
Las Vegas, NV
01.2023 - Current
  • Cues in and out of videos and media for production team via QLab
  • Live camera shading for handheld cameras via Blackmagic ATEM software
  • Live edits and punches show when Technical Director is absent or during special Q&A events
  • Regular system setup and teardown to Q/A check the control room hardware before and after every show

A/V Technician

UNLV
Las Vegas, NV
09.2021 - Current
  • Set up A/V equipment for special events such as outdoor performances, large conferences, and school festivals.
  • On-site technical support for events and classrooms all around school.
  • Sound mixing for live musical performances.
  • DJ for outdoor events.

Live Sound Technician

InterVarsity At UNLV
Las Vegas, NV
01.2021 - 05.2021
  • Set up and tested audio equipment such as soundboards, microphones, speakers, amplifiers, and various instruments.
  • Operated and maintained equipment during rehearsals and live performances to regulate sound quality.
  • Worked with technical director to create and customize audio settings for different stages and performances.
  • Ran technical sound and lighting checks to avoid any issues during the performance.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering & Entertainment Engineering

University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV
12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Yonsei University
Seoul, South Korea

Skills

  • Technical sketches
  • Proficient in audio hardware and software set up, maintenance, and troubleshooting
  • CAD Experience
  • A/V Technical Knowledge
  • Software Experience: Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Adobe Suite (Premier Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects), Autodesk (Fusion 360, AutoCAD)
  • Language Experience: MATLAB, C, Arduino, PLC
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Critical and Creative Thinking
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Clever Use of Wit and Humor
  • Proficient in Korean and Tagalog

Timeline

Bot Engineer/Bot Wrangler

Giant Nut Productions Co. (Battlebots)
01.2023 - Current

PTZ Camera Operator

Giant Nut Productions Co. (Battlebots)
01.2023 - Current

A/V Technician

Giant Nut Productions Co. (Battlebots)
01.2023 - Current

A/V Technician

UNLV
09.2021 - Current

Live Sound Technician

InterVarsity At UNLV
01.2021 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering & Entertainment Engineering

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Yonsei University
Carolina Esteves-Phillips