Eric Olsen
Sports Media Technician
Fuquay-Varina,NC
Summary
Highly adaptable team leader with excellent background of quick and effective performance. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Big picture focus with excellence in communicating goals and vision to succeed. Problem solver, networker and consensus builder.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Optics Lead & PPT Technician
Sports Media Technology
08.2022 - Current
- Promoted to leadership position after less than year with company in recognition of strong work ethic and ability to learn quickly.
- Conferred with other supervisors to effectively coordinate operations and activities within or between departments.
- Helped mitigate and resolve data issues by analyzing situation and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Provided valuable input to senior leadership on process and NHL product improvements as this is most recent sport to SMT.
- Communicated effectively with Toronto headquarters to successfully coach and instruct technicians with remote data transfers.
- Effectively continued to perform Player Performance Tracking (PPT) responsibilities for onsite NHL games in addition to Optics Lead Role. (See prior positions for full PPT responsibilities).
PGA On Site/PLL Shot Clock Technician
Sports Media Technology
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Rotated through series of different stations based on team needs.
- Mentored newly hired employees on set up and running of shot clocks.
- Responsible for set up of shot clocks and running Cat 5s and power for Professional Lacrosse League events.
- Traveled extensively to PLL locations on East and West coasts, requiring adaptability and quick learning for each new site.
- Communicated effectively with ESPN representatives to ensure proper data transmissions during live games.
- Working well under pressure by troubleshooting any and all issues with shot clock during live broadcasted games.
Optics & PPT Technician & Broadcasting Operator
Sports Media Technology
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Worked independently as on site PPT Technician at multiple NHL arenas. Cover all PNC Arena games for Carolina Hurricanes, Raleigh, NC; Covered Unites Center, Chicago, IL; FLA Live Arena, Sunrise, FL; Bridgestone Arena, Nashville, TN; PPG Paints, Pittsburgh, PA.
- PPT (Puck Player Tracking) Technician, responsible for tracking devices functioning and properly installed on player equipment and Zamboni prior and during live game broadcasts.
- Responsible for effectively communicating with NHL equipment managers and staff to ensure player gear is ready for puck drop.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively engage with professional sports managers and personnel in respectable and conscientious manner.
- Responsible for ensuring all cameras on catwalks are functioning properly and fixing any issues that occur.
- Broadcasting operator, responsible for effectively communicating with director/producer of each game.
- Providing sport media content to producers for live game player tracking.
Athletic Lab Practicum
Athletic Lab
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Complete required practicum for Sports Management degree working with athletic lab coaches.
- Assisted coaches in training of athletes in various sports.
- Shadowed CrossFit instructor classes.
Fed Ex Driver
Fed Ex Ground
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
- Navigated routes with relevant map programs and GPS systems.
- Handled merchandise in accordance with product handling standards.
- Handled customer service complaints with utmost professionalism and knowledgeable responses to maintain trust and company loyalty.
- Obeyed traffic laws and followed established traffic and transportation procedures.
- Grouped and routed deliveries according to designated areas to maintain efficient delivery times.
- Loaded trucks and safely secured merchandise to prevent during transportation.
Lot Manager
John Heister Chevrolet
11.2017 - 08.2019
- Arranged vehicles around lot as directed and filled new and pre-owned vehicles to proper fuel level, also implementing company standards for cleanliness.
- Maintained display vehicles and inventory in condition recorded upon arrival at premises, closing windows, locking doors and installing floor mats to minimize wear and tear to vehicles.
- Assisted with snow and ice removal, light grounds keeping and other seasonal outdoor maintenance.
- Worked with front office and sales staff to accommodate their needs for vehicle preparation for customers.
- Worked in parts sorting and shipping car parts and equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sport Management: Sport Administration
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2022
Skills
- Flexibility
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving
- Troubleshooting
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Highly Motivated
- Independent Worker
- Reliable
Accomplishments
Two years of experience in audio and video production of my outdoors channel which includes filming, editing and production.
Certification
Certified Hockey Training Specialist
Timeline
Optics Lead & PPT Technician
Sports Media Technology
08.2022 - Current
PGA On Site/PLL Shot Clock Technician
Sports Media Technology
05.2022 - 09.2022
Optics & PPT Technician & Broadcasting Operator
Sports Media Technology
10.2021 - 08.2022
Athletic Lab Practicum
Athletic Lab
07.2021 - 08.2021
Fed Ex Driver
Fed Ex Ground
05.2021 - 07.2021
Lot Manager
John Heister Chevrolet
11.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Sport Management: Sport Administration
Liberty University
Certified Hockey Training Specialist
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