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Chris Robinson
East Point,GA
Summary
I am a lead audio and Visual (A/V) Technician for corporate events, entertainment, trade shows, festivals, concerts, etc. That specializes in audio, video, and management. I am also a Information Technology (IT) Specialist and Solutions Engineer with over 17 years of experience, mapping clients’ technical requirements and overall design for implementation and integration of IT and A/V needs. I drive and champion new technologies, collaborations and improve processes to define, leverage and implement best content production and delivery practices. I Successfully architect and perform custom integration with platforms specific to customers’ needs. Lead the technical implementation of cross-cloud portable application deployments. Created Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) based on customer or company requirements. Collaborated with engineering teams to incorporate new product feature offerings. I ensure flawlessly executed live events through accurate and timely setup with extreme professionalism, and the operation and breakdown of basic audio visual equipment as listed in the technical qualifications section.
I am Talented President with excellent employee development, customer service and analytics skills coupled. I am comfortable giving engaging presentations to clients to drive new business, expand accounts and establish a brand profile. I have excellent team builder and leader initiatives. I am a persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic. I am a Tech-savvy innovator with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. I excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
A1 / V1 / L1 / Project Manager / Technical Director / Driver
Freelancer
United States of America
01.2015 - Current
- Worked for various companies across the United States for corporate and entertainment productions in audio-visual services.
- Audio Visual Projection Group, Huview Productions, Select Media Resources
- Audio Visual Solutions, Audio Visual Management Solutions, PRG.
- Immediate Connections, William Signal, AV Leads, LMG, PSAV
Audio Engineer
Impact Worship Center
Mableton, GA
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Operated and maintained audio equipment for live events, ensuring optimal sound quality.
- Trained and mentored junior technicians on best practices for audio engineering techniques.
- Collaborated with worship leaders to design and implement effective soundscapes for services.
- Assisted with install of LED Walls and new sound system for worship services
- Managed broadcast team and streaming equipment for worship services
- Operated Rehearsal, Funerals, Weddings, and events as needed.
Project Manager / Technical Director / Driver
Unique Audio Visual Rentals
Tulsa, Oklahoma
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Assisted owner in operations for the company as needed.
- Coordinated gear cross rentals ensuring quantity and cost efficiency.
- Operated Various positions as needed for a successful event.
- Led technical teams in executing complex audio-visual projects, ensuring quality and client satisfaction.
- Managed and scheduled personal for various shows and positions across the united states.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
Audio Engineer / Technician
New Bethel AME church
Lithonia, Georgia
08.2018 - 04.2019
- Worked for 6th District AME churches on annual conventions in various capacities.
- Implemented new measures to improve churches audio system.
- Maintained system tuning at equipment.
- Operated church services, bible studies, and funerals.
- Scheduled staff and replacements when needed.
Warehouse Video Tech / Field Technician / Atlanta Audio Visual (AAV)
Atlanta Audio Visual
Atlanta, GA
09.2016 - 11.2017
- Managed inventory of technical supplies and equipment, ensuring availability for critical tasks.
- Quality checked incoming video equipment from incoming shows.
- Assisted in audio and lighting department when needed.
- Provided technical support during live events, troubleshooting issues to minimize disruptions and enhance user experience.
- Installed and maintained audio-visual equipment for various events, ensuring optimal performance.
- Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
Senior Floor Lead / Technician / Concierge / Coordinator, Presentation Services Audio Visual (PSAV)
PSAV
Jacksonville, Florida
04.2015 - 09.2016
- Manage production schedules for quality issues to ensure deadlines are met throughout all phases of content production.
- Develop strategies to manage complex community affairs and organize activities such as special events and visits by important guests with budgets ranging from $1,000 - $400,000 and guests from 25 – 3,000.
- Evaluate AV and IT procedures and made appropriate changes as needed to better serve employees and customers.
- Designate and determine camera and video live shots, packages and weekly assignments for various media clients.
- Perform cost analysis for monthly budget reporting within the framework of available funds, equipment, existing services, and production operations.
- Lead the recruitment and selection of new talent and enable the development of integrated communication products for major television and recording projects.
- Film, edit, write, and produce broadcast-quality video products for use on the web, social media and/or embedded messages in digital communications.
- Sustain production expertise in production budget, auditions, special casting requirements, promotional photos, demo reels, and security services.
Systems Manager
GLOBAL CONCESSIONS, INC.
Atlanta, Georgia
01.2013 - 08.2014
- Established, implemented and executed AV and IT managerial plans for diverse projects and media teams including: budget, objectives, milestones, priorities, and nature of deliverables.
- Managed systems infrastructure, overseeing logistical movement to maintain smooth operations and prevent equipment and skill deficits.
- Developed the general concepts, objectives and target audience of the program and for the intended audience.
- Led system integration projects to enhance operational efficiency across multiple departments.
- Implemented Audio Visual system designs and integrations during the remodeling of 16 different restaurants in the Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta Airport.
- Supported and collaborated with team members, software vendors, and other technical staff on project efforts to achieve implementation plans and timelines.
- Oversaw vendor management processes to ensure compliance with service level agreements.
- Developed audio-visual equipment maintenance plans and made recommendations on equipment purchases and digital asset strategy.
- Recommended strategy for the production to meet the approved budget and monitored the budget throughout the life of the project.
- Managed life cycle replacement of hardware and software.
- Led technical upgrade projects for clients by working and coordinating with consultants and developers for integrations.
Production Manager/Lead Engineer
SWEET GEORGIA’S JUKE JOINT
Atlanta, Georgia
02.2011 - 08.2014
- Developed strong B2B relationships concerning audio, video and lighting equipment with category projections, net contribution and advised on opportunities for generating future sales.
- Provided business solutions and technical consultation for clients such as Stevie Wonder and generated revenue through strategic planning, competitive analysis and A/V concepts.
- Prepared sales reports utilizing business automation tracking tools and promoted peak sales performance.
- Led the establishment of new product models and frameworks that increased profit and enabled the development of new incentives and products for consumers.
- Provided financial analysis for management on a monthly and quarterly basis highlighting sales, margin, marketing strategy, profitability, and competitive market awareness.
- Led digital advertising campaign planning, execution, optimization, and measurement/reporting for paid channels including search, social, email, and retargeting.
- Created growth strategy, defined offerings and advanced vendor partnerships through marketing venue services for several key accounts.
- Troubleshot issues as they related to sound equipment and coordinated with vendors for upgrades, new functionality and problem resolution.
Senior Floor Lead / Technician / Concierge / Coordinator, Presentation Services Audio Visual (PSAV)
SWANK AUDIO VISUALS INC.
Atlanta, Georgia
02.2008 - 12.2013
- Evaluated and implemented A/V practices and policies, standards and configurations, software, hardware, and peripherals.
- Maintained video conferencing infrastructure including hardware, software, resource allocation, and customer interaction.
- Launched and monitored video sessions while coordinating with other team members to ensure successful meetings.
- Performed Audio-Visual setups including LCD projectors, web cast configurations and presentations.
- Trained onsite AV personnel to support AV setup and configuration for all meeting locations.
- Researched new technologies for review, testing and implementing new business procedures.
- Maintained system documentation and service manuals related to and useful for installation work, and diagnostic reference for current repairs and future upgrades.
- Developed departmental documentation including operational guidelines, process and procedures, and quality assurance checklists.
Education
Bachelor of Science, B.S. - Information Technology
CLAYTON STATE UNIVERSITY
Atlanta, Georgia01.2018
Bachelor of Science, B.S. - Audio Production
ART INSTITUTE of ATLANTA
Atlanta, Georgia01.2011
Skills
- Digital Audio Consoles: Yamaha, Allen & Heath, Behringer, Digi Co
- Automated Control Systems and Networking: Crestron, Extron, AMX, and G Elan, Kontrol 4, Biamp
- Lighting Consoles and Programming: Hog, Lepricon, Elation, ETC, Martin
- Video Switchers and Remote Systems: Extron, Analog way, Sony, Barco, Black Magic, Roland
- Microsoft Office 365
- Google Apps and Software Administration
- Microsoft Word, Excell, Power point, Publisher
- Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Dreamweaver
- Avid’s / Digidesign Pro tools, Apple Logic, Avid, Final Cut, iMovie
- Garage band, Ableton, Reasons, Image-line
- Point of Sales systems management; Aloha, Micros
- Strong skill in Management, Organizational Leadership, and Professionalism
- Strong skills in thinking forward with creativity
- Strong skills in team building
- Developer for Google and iOS apps using Android Debug Bridge, Xcode
- Cloud platform management
- Endpoint protection
- Cloud Security
- Wed design and admin
- Networking, but not limited to administration
- Basic concepts of programming languages
- Basic understanding of code
- Networking
- Carpentry
- Landscaping
- Electrical Low Voltage
- Driving and logistics
- Leadership team building
- Strategic planning
- Organizational leadership
- Operations management
- Project management
- Strategic visioning
- Event planning
- Technology literacy
- Analytical and critical thinker
Affiliations
- Grammy University
- The Recording Academy
- Audio Engineering Society
- BMI (Current Artist)
- ASCAP (Corporation as Publisher)
- Sound Exchange
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Audio Engineer
Impact Worship Center
06.2023 - 07.2024
Project Manager / Technical Director / Driver
Unique Audio Visual Rentals
10.2019 - 03.2020
Audio Engineer / Technician
New Bethel AME church
08.2018 - 04.2019
Warehouse Video Tech / Field Technician / Atlanta Audio Visual (AAV)
Atlanta Audio Visual
09.2016 - 11.2017
Senior Floor Lead / Technician / Concierge / Coordinator, Presentation Services Audio Visual (PSAV)
PSAV
04.2015 - 09.2016
A1 / V1 / L1 / Project Manager / Technical Director / Driver
Freelancer
01.2015 - Current
Systems Manager
GLOBAL CONCESSIONS, INC.
01.2013 - 08.2014
Production Manager/Lead Engineer
SWEET GEORGIA’S JUKE JOINT
02.2011 - 08.2014
Senior Floor Lead / Technician / Concierge / Coordinator, Presentation Services Audio Visual (PSAV)
SWANK AUDIO VISUALS INC.
02.2008 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Science, B.S. - Information Technology
CLAYTON STATE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science, B.S. - Audio Production
ART INSTITUTE of ATLANTA
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 40 staff members.
- Dante Certified
- OSHA Certified
- Obtaining CTS Certification
- Obtaining Crestron Certificaton