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Christopher Arreola

La Verne,California

Summary

Hardworking and passionate about working in a fast-paced, dynamic atmosphere, and thrives on heavy workloads with the willingness to take on added responsibilities, putting in the maximum effort possible with unlimited hours to meet deadlines. Organized and dependable at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Possess excellent troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Digital Imaging Technician

FotoKem Film & Video
04.2021 - 06.2023
  • Identified artifacts and investigated the root cause of either the film or a digital source
  • Ensured quality control standards for film images and digital frames
  • Organized the ingest of large data to assigned volume storage
  • Managed high production workloads by prioritizing for efficiency.
  • Optimized hardware performance by troubleshooting issues and ensuring proper maintenance of equipment.
  • Skillfully navigated tight deadlines while maintaining a high level of quality control within all stages of production.

Digital Imaging Technician

Deluxe Entertainment Services
04.2015 - 12.2017
  • Developed a script to correct a time-code synchronization offset error to meet an episodic season deadline
  • Optimized hardware performance by troubleshooting issues and ensuring proper maintenance of equipment.
  • Evaluated film exposure densities as part of the QC protocol

  • Established film restoration techniques for preservation and archiving
  • Enhanced image quality by utilizing advanced color correction techniques and software.
  • Sorted and cataloged Sony's film stock footage library.
  • Diagnosed and resolved communication hardware and software issues.
  • Safeguarded data integrity by conducting regular backups and adhering to strict security protocols

Lead Imaging and Recording Technician

Sony Pictures Entertainment
06.1996 - 03.2015
  • Participated in a year-long beta test of the first 4K high-speed LED film scanner
  • Guided the evaluation of film gear acquisitions
  • Controlled film exposure densities for Sony's proprietary LUT developments to ensure VFX tight tolerances
  • Expanded and increased the frequency of the QC protocols on camera optics and color management
  • Optimized system performance through thorough testing, analysis, and adjustments as needed.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment and network connections
  • Lead the department's daily coordination of the VFX schedule to meet production goals
  • Restructured the file directory system and created a standard workflow
  • Successfully trained new employees and trained staff with new equipment
  • Worked in conjunction with the color scientist in developing various color space mapping and sensitometry
  • Assisted the editorial department with film editing and cutting
  • Developed a utilization, profit, and loss spreadsheet for weekly reporting to the accounting department
  • Organized an inventory method and spreadsheet for quarterly reports.
  • Safeguarded data integrity by conducting regular backups and adhering to strict security protocols


Film and Document Examiner

SignaScan
04.1995 - 06.1996
  • Assisted in forensic photography and forged document cases
  • Examined synchronous ink striation signature cases using a specialized FACS (Forensic Apparatus Computer System).
  • Identified fraudulent signatures, counterfeit currency, and altered documents to support criminal investigations.
  • Employed a variety of specialized equipment for non-destructive testing methods to preserve the integrity of original documents.
  • Utilized digital imaging software to enhance document legibility and facilitate detailed analysis.
  • Conducted thorough examinations of questioned documents to assist in legal proceedings and investigations.
  • Issued customers written and verbal rejection statements.
  • Contributed to the development of company policies and procedures regarding evidence filing and storage.

Field Engineer

Management Graphics Inc.
03.1993 - 04.1995
  • Responsible for managing the western region service division and developed comprehensive field reports daily to submit to the home office
  • Served as liaison between the home office engineering team and the westcoast clients to coordinate system upgrade procedures.
  • Managed system upgrade projects
  • Executed plans to dispatch additional field engineers from Minnesota to secure critical or increased workloads to satisfy our service contract clients
  • Discovered system malfunctions using state-of-the-art diagnostic tools, quickly resolving issues to minimize disruptions in service.
  • Determined root cause and provided corrective action to prevent future failures through investigation and analysis.
  • Controlled service contracts and maintenance schedules
  • Coordinated logistics for the western region office, minimizing delays while improving efficiency during installation processes.
  • Established a solid rapport with distressed clients when their production deadlines were in jeopardy
  • Successfully gained trust from clients through timely and continuous communication, rapid responses, and the ability to work extended and flexible hours in order to solve problems to client's satisfaction.
  • Facilitated a calm, peaceful environment with hostile clients with my utmost professionalism
  • Reliably attended to customers 24 hours and 7 days a week to address their needs and expectations.

Lead CAD Designer

Evergreen Oil, Inc.
12.1989 - 02.1993
  • Designed complete and detailed piping and instrumentation drawings for oil recycling refineries
  • Designed tank farm plant layouts
  • Created architectural floor plans.
  • Managed drafting and design for over 9 oil refinery plants from concept through delivery
  • Maintained an organized library of completed projects, allowing for easy reference and efficient file retrieval when needed.

Field Technician / Field Inspector

Autocall Inc.
02.1986 - 12.1989
  • Serviced fire & life safety inspection failures and system malfunctions
  • Performed Reg 4 inspections (L.A. City Fire Department)
  • Inspected fire alarm automation tests on high-rise buildings, hotels, and hospitals
  • Tested and inspected automatic fire sprinkler systems.
  • Drafted detailed reports on findings of inspections to submit to the local fire marshal's office.
  • Examined relevant documents prior to inspections in order to become acquainted with property features.

Education

Associate of Science (A.S.) - Commercial Flight

Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CA

Skills

  • Building Automation
  • Fire/Life Safety Systems
  • Fire Sprinkler Systems
  • A/C Electrical
  • HVAC
  • Digital & Analog Electronics
  • Avionics
  • Aircraft Systems
  • Data Wrangling Proficiency
  • Data Analysis
  • Camera Optics
  • Film Technology
  • Architectural & Electrical CAD Drafting
  • Forensic Apparatus Computer Systems (FACS)
  • Image Quality Assessment
  • Digital Asset Management
  • Post-Production Pipeline
  • High-Resolution Image Processing
  • CGI Production
  • Advanced Color Theory
  • Microsoft Excel
  • MacOS
  • AutoCAD
  • MS-DOS
  • Linux
  • Python
  • Nuke
  • Google Sheets

Timeline

Digital Imaging Technician

FotoKem Film & Video
04.2021 - 06.2023

Digital Imaging Technician

Deluxe Entertainment Services
04.2015 - 12.2017

Lead Imaging and Recording Technician

Sony Pictures Entertainment
06.1996 - 03.2015

Film and Document Examiner

SignaScan
04.1995 - 06.1996

Field Engineer

Management Graphics Inc.
03.1993 - 04.1995

Lead CAD Designer

Evergreen Oil, Inc.
12.1989 - 02.1993

Field Technician / Field Inspector

Autocall Inc.
02.1986 - 12.1989

Associate of Science (A.S.) - Commercial Flight

Mt. San Antonio College
Christopher Arreola