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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certificates
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Edward Franklin

Douglasville,GA

Summary

I am a very proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. I'm known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

I'm also a detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Audio Engineer

Word Of Faith Family Worship Cathedral
09.2024 - Current
  • Mixes digital sound and implements live streaming program for online audiences. Coordinates with boom assistants and production team to deliver high-quality production value.
  • Completes live sound set-up and strike for Wednesday and Sunday services. Supervises load-in to ensure all technical equipment is packed, transported and stored appropriately.
  • Serves as front of house engineer, resolving issues and troubleshooting technical issues as needed. Demonstrates presence of mind and maintains positive attitude throughout live events. Provides discreet, effective customer service while supporting focus on the live church event. Communicates with technical team and church liaisons while minimizing distraction.

Operations Service Representative I

Georgia Institute of Technology
11.2023 - Current
  • To ensure that lector halls and classrooms are set up with audio video equipment for daily event. Able to trouble shoot any audio and video technical issues. Works very close with director of events I.T. and O.I.T.
  • Harman AMX Level 1 Certified, Audinate Dante Controller Level 2 Certified


Freelance Multimedia Specialist

07.2010 - Current
  • Producer, Director, Audio Engineer for several independent films and cooking shows such as, “XXI O’Day”, “Trashville”, “Joy”, “2Have 2 Hold” and “Cooking with Chef Jaaion” just shoot to name a few
  • Manages all aspects of launching and maintaining an independent multimedia practice, including brand development, pricing, advertising and publicity, contract negotiation, and billing.
  • Hired and trained four employees to support organizational growth. Consistently mentors and develops team to complete projects to timeline and budgetary specifications.
  • Completes writing, audio and video production, voiceover recording, and mixing services for clients. Educates and assists clients in selecting best services for project needs.
  • Creative portfolio features high-profile clients such as WSTR Streetz 94.5FM, Eco Lab Corporation, Atlanta Life Radio, The McDonald’s Corporation, Absolute Truth Media, The Kingdomwood Film Institute & Festival, this is it BBQ and Safood, and Georgia Dental Implant Center. Knowledge

Operations and Event support specialist

Georgia Institute of Technology
12.2021 - 11.2023
  • To ensure that lector halls and classrooms are set up with audio video equipment for daily event. Able to trouble shoot any audio and video technical issues. Works very close with director of events I.T. and O.I.T.
  • Harman AMX Level 1 Certified, Dante Level 2 Certified
  • Capable of training new Hire staff and student workers.

Voice artist/production

Bentzown Productions
09.2019 - 02.2020
  • Voice and produce tags for local and national companies
  • Voiced and produced segments for Elizabeth Baptist Church
  • Voiced and produced commercial for local and national television and radio commercials.

Audio Production Assistant

Core Communicators Broadcasting
07.2016 - 05.2019
  • Assists technical team with audio post-production for WSTR Streetz 94.5 and Mix 87.7 and 101 TKO Radio programs. Successfully follows direction, works independently and with team as needed.
  • Serves as audio producer and voiceover actor for select program needs. Completes assignments in a timely manner and communicates areas of concern to supervisors.
  • Supports all aspects of sound design department. Maintains inventory and ensures all production tools are charged and prepared for use. Communicates inventory/repair needs in a timely manner.

Cobb County Property Management
09.2012 - 03.2014
  • Responsible for general cleaning of building facilities to help maintain OSHA guidelines.

Paulding County School District
08.2011 - 05.2013
  • Responsible for general cleaning of building facilities to help maintain OSHA guidelines.

Environmental Services/Student Worker

University of West Georgia
09.2010 - 07.2011
  • Responsible for general cleaning of building facilities to help maintain OSHA guidelines.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Presbyterian Homes of Georgia
02.2007 - 09.2010
  • Completed daily care for residents in nursing facility

Certified Nursing Assistant

West Bloomfield Nursing Home West Bloomfield Health & Rehabilitation Center
07.2003 - 11.2007

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Audio Production

The Art Institute of Atlanta
Atlanta, Ga
01.2015

Aspire Leadership Program - undefined

Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, Ga
01.2023

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe Audition, Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Logic Pro, Final Cut Pro X, Pro Tools
  • Sound Craft Ghost, Sound Craft V1 and VI3000 Series Mixing Console, The X32Mixing Console, 4000 Mixing Console

  • Audinate Dante Level 2 Certified
  • Harman AMX Level 1 Certified

Certification

Audinate: Dante Level 1+2 Certified

Accomplishments

  • Exceptional communicator: Leader who successfully trains and directs teams to exceed all company goals.
  • Successfully problems, questions, and complaints to ensure customer satisfaction while protecting business interests.
  • Deliver exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments, combining attention to detail, grace under pressure, and individualized service to provide positive experience.
  • Consistently delivers results on strict schedules and tight turnaround times.
  • Provide accurate and thorough documentation.

Affiliations

  • The Audio Engineer Society (Active Member, 2012-Present)
  • Voice 123 Voiceover Company (Member, 2015-Present)

Certificates

Cybersecurity                       5/2022 / 04/2023

Performance Management 6/2023

Critical Behavior.                  8/2023

Power of Writing                  8/2023

Aspire Leadership                12/2023

Audinate Dante Level 2.       5/2025

Harman AMX Level 1           6/2025






Timeline

Audio Engineer

Word Of Faith Family Worship Cathedral
09.2024 - Current

Operations Service Representative I

Georgia Institute of Technology
11.2023 - Current

Operations and Event support specialist

Georgia Institute of Technology
12.2021 - 11.2023

Voice artist/production

Bentzown Productions
09.2019 - 02.2020

Audio Production Assistant

Core Communicators Broadcasting
07.2016 - 05.2019

Cobb County Property Management
09.2012 - 03.2014

Paulding County School District
08.2011 - 05.2013

Environmental Services/Student Worker

University of West Georgia
09.2010 - 07.2011

Freelance Multimedia Specialist

07.2010 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Presbyterian Homes of Georgia
02.2007 - 09.2010

Certified Nursing Assistant

West Bloomfield Nursing Home West Bloomfield Health & Rehabilitation Center
07.2003 - 11.2007

Aspire Leadership Program - undefined

Georgia Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Arts - Audio Production

The Art Institute of Atlanta
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