Darien Matthews
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
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Naval 2nd Class Petty Officer
United States Navy, USN
09.2005 - 12.2012
- Reduced equipment downtime through diligent maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on essential systems.
- Provided expert guidance on technical matters related to specialized equipment operation or repair during critical missions or training events.
- Maintained strict security protocols while handling classified information, mitigating the risk of unauthorized access or disclosure.
- Integrated intelligence activities into other military operations, plans and programs.
- Earned numerous commendations for exceptional leadership and dedication to duty during high-stress situations or deployments.
- Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
- Led team in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.
- Ordered, unloaded, sorted and tracked supplies and equipment needed for unit activities.
- Optimized logistical support by streamlining inventory management procedures and implementing cost-saving measures.
Audio Visual Technician
Surveillance One
08.2014 - 08.2015
- Actively communicated with other departments such as catering or room setup teams in order to coordinate event logistics seamlessly.
- Performed service and system maintenance as directed.
- Maintained and documented inventory levels of audio and visual equipment to support continuous availability.
- Met budget targets with optimal formats, content choices and mediums to meet objectives.
- Set up projectors, laptops and microphones for live presentations.
Audio Visual Technician
SKC Communications
08.2015 - 02.2021
- Actively communicated with other departments such as catering or room setup teams in order to coordinate event logistics seamlessly.
- Performed service and system maintenance as directed.
- Maintained and documented inventory levels of audio and visual equipment to support continuous availability.
- Assisted in the design of custom audiovisual setups for unique event spaces, optimizing attendee experience.
- Set up projectors, laptops and microphones for live presentations.
- Met budget targets with optimal formats, content choices and mediums to meet objectives.
Audio Visual Technician
EOS IT SOLUTIONS
03.2021 - 02.2023
- Actively communicated with other departments such as catering or room setup teams in order to coordinate event logistics seamlessly.
- Performed service and system maintenance as directed.
- Maintained and documented inventory levels of audio and visual equipment to support continuous availability.
- Assisted in the design of custom audiovisual setups for unique event spaces, optimizing attendee experience.
- Set up projectors, laptops and microphones for live presentations.
- Met budget targets with optimal formats, content choices and mediums to meet objectives.
- Programmed and operated audio-visual equipment to support seamless live events.
- Monitored and adjusted sound and lighting levels to optimize live event performance.
- Created and implemented technical support plans for audio-visual systems.
- Completed and oversaw rack fabrication.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Systems Security
Devry University
Dallas, TX05.2015
High School Diploma -
Independence High School
Charlotte, NC06.2005
Skills
Client Communication
Sound Reinforcement
Audio Monitoring
Digital File Management
Projector Alignment
Live streaming
Video Playback
Audio post-production
Lighting Systems
Acoustic Treatment
Cisco proficiency
Digital Signage
Strong verbal and written communication
User Training
Timeline
Audio Visual Technician
EOS IT SOLUTIONS
03.2021 - 02.2023
Audio Visual Technician
SKC Communications
08.2015 - 02.2021
Audio Visual Technician
Surveillance One
08.2014 - 08.2015
Naval 2nd Class Petty Officer
United States Navy, USN
09.2005 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Systems Security
Devry University
High School Diploma -
Independence High School