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Christopher Freeman

Newburgh,NY

Summary

Collaborative Audiovisual Technician aiming to fulfill an opportunity where background in troubleshooting is aptly utilized. Skilled in offering quality-driven service for client systems. Offering a strong background in communicating with clients to foster loyalty and satisfaction.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Audio Visual Technician

AV Preneurs
01.2015 - Current
  • Set up projectors, laptops and microphones for live presentations.
  • Provided technical support to event staff and presenters, reducing technical issues and delays.
  • Monitored and adjusted sound and lighting levels to optimize live event performance.
  • Maintained and troubleshot audio and visual equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Tested and calibrated audio and visual equipment to verify proper operation
  • Executed client consultations to determine audio-visual needs for events
  • Performed service and system maintenance as directed
  • Created and implemented technical support plans for audio-visual systems
  • Set up projectors, laptops and microphones for live presentations
  • Provided technical support to event staff and presenters, reducing technical issues and delays
  • Monitored and adjusted sound and lighting levels to optimize live event performance
  • Maintained and troubleshot audio and visual equipment to minimize downtime
  • Programmed and operated audio-visual equipment to support seamless live events
  • Pulled and terminated variety of cables
  • Maintained and documented inventory levels of audio and visual equipment to support continuous availability
  • Guided decision-makers with technical advice on product selection and operation
  • Interfaced with customers to explain operation and instill confidence in installed systems
  • Diagnosed and resolved problems with AV equipment and media management systems
  • Controlled video input for live conferences or performances and pre-recorded productions
  • Researched and presented various AV options to presenters and site managers

Shipping and Receiving Associate

Bloomingdale's Department Store
01.2012 - 12.2014
  • Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
  • Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
  • Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
  • Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
  • Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 500 packages per day
  • Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department
  • Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment
  • Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers
  • Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols
  • Reviewed order data to verify transactions and shipping dates
  • Collaborated with internal departments to verify customer satisfaction and order accuracy
  • Communicated with vendors and suppliers to verify timely delivery of goods
  • Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks
  • Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents
  • Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods
  • Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records
  • Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy
  • Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 500 packages per day
  • Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues
  • Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs
  • Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods
  • Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages
  • Communicated with carrier representatives, arranging for special deliveries and shipment receipts

Delivery Driver

FedEx
08.2007 - 08.2011
  • Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
  • Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
  • Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
  • Operated light trucks to deliver loads as far as 30 miles from home location
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes
  • Identified mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and reported serious concerns to management
  • Protected people and equipment from hazardous materials by using correct procedures
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages
  • Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries
  • Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws
  • Loaded and unloaded various delivery vehicles with correct order and balancing
  • Promoted customer satisfaction by addressing or escalating concerns for quick resolution
  • Worked with road knowledge, GPS systems and paper maps to navigate planned route and make adjustments
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills
  • Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes
  • Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order
  • Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms
  • Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner
  • Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries
  • Expedited deliveries to meet customer deadlines and requirements
  • Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations
  • Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries

Education

No Degree -

Hunter College of The City University of New York
New York, NY

High School Diploma -

Morris High School
Bronx New York
06.1985

Skills

  • Skilled in Maintenance and Organization
  • Minor Repairs
  • Critical Thinking
  • Video Conferencing
  • Equipment Testing
  • Streaming Services
  • Strong Verbal and Written Communication
  • Accurate Documentation
  • Signal Troubleshooting
  • Remote Programming
  • Audio and Video Equipment Operation
  • Audio Technology
  • Equipment Selection and Setup

Timeline

Audio Visual Technician

AV Preneurs
01.2015 - Current

Shipping and Receiving Associate

Bloomingdale's Department Store
01.2012 - 12.2014

Delivery Driver

FedEx
08.2007 - 08.2011

No Degree -

Hunter College of The City University of New York

High School Diploma -

Morris High School
Christopher Freeman