DeAndre Williams
Gear Headz
Eastpointe,MI
16
years of professional experience
Skilled professional with a background in production leadership, after-school coordination, and live audio support. Strong in project management, teamwork and communication, and problem-solving. Focused on improving workflow, supporting teams, and maintaining safe, high-quality results.
Work History
Quality Assurance Specialist
3 Months- Inspected products and processes to verify compliance with quality standards and client specifications.
- Documented defects, nonconformances, and corrective actions in detailed quality records.
- Monitored workflow consistency, identifying root causes and supporting process improvements.
- Coordinated inspections with production teams to maintain accurate results and timely approvals.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Enforced quality standards and escalated defects to reduce rework and scrap.
- Communicated priorities between supervisors and operators to align production targets.
Audio Technician
1 Year 7 Months- Operated digital consoles to manage levels, routing, and sound quality during productions.
- Configured audio systems for live events, ensuring clear signal flow and balanced output.
- Calibrated monitors and speakers to meet venue acoustics and performance requirements.
- Diagnosed equipment faults and restored microphones, mixers, amplifiers, and cabling quickly.
- Set up soundboards, microphones, amplifiers, audio lines, monitors and speakers to satisfy production needs for live and taped programming.
After-School Site Coordinator
5 Months- Coordinated after-school programming, aligning daily activities with student needs and site expectations.
- Managed attendance, sign-in procedures, and dismissal processes with accuracy and consistency.
- Communicated with families regarding schedules, behavior concerns, and program updates.
- Maintained knowledge of current trends and best practices in after-school programming through professional development opportunities and networking with industry peers.
- Achieved high levels of parent satisfaction by maintaining open communication lines and addressing concerns promptly.
- Connected and frequently communicated with students and parents regarding programs, policies, and individual needs.
Production Team Leader
14 Years 11 Months- Led production team to maintain safety, quality, and output targets across assigned assembly operations.
- Trained operators on work instructions, quality checks, and proper use of production equipment.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols, maintaining an accident-free workplace throughout tenure as Production Team Leader.
- Mentored new employees, providing them with the necessary knowledge and guidance to become effective members of the production team.
- Led a team of production workers to consistently meet deadlines and exceed performance goals.
Education
High School Diploma
- Honor Roll 1995-1999
Associate of Arts - Digital Communications and Media
Skills
Audio post-production
Sound reinforcement
Surround sound mixing
Monitor mixing
Equipment testing
Troubleshooting
Quality control
Quality assurance
Quality management
Audio safety practices
Project management
Live sound production
Audio equipment training
Team motivation
Teamwork and coordination
Teamwork and communication
Client relationship management
Inventory and stocking
Parts assembly
Following instructions
Safe machine operation
Material handling
Timeline
Quality Assurance Specialist
Diversified Staffing Services
07.2026 - CurrentRead More
After-School Site Coordinator
BMEA
01.2026 - 06.2026Read More
Audio Technician
Gear Headz
03.2025 - CurrentRead More
Production Team Leader
Stellantis
06.2010 - 05.2025Read More
Specs Howard School of Media Arts
Associate of Arts from Digital Communications and Media
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Highland Park High School
High School Diploma
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