James Ordonez Padilla
Sylmar,CA
Summary
An experienced Audio Visual Analyst with a proven track record at Hulu and The Walt Disney Company, enhancing A/V technology integration, conference room functionality, and live event production. Experience in Q-Sys and adept at leading cross-functional teams, I've significantly improved process efficiencies and knowledge sharing, demonstrating exceptional analytical thinking and project management skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Audio Visual Analyst II
The Walt Disney Company
04.2017 - Current
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
- Improve internal knowledge sharing by developing comprehensive knowledge base documents outlining standard operating procedures for users, reducing the need for support techs to be present in meetings.
- Research, Test, and implement new A/V technologies to improve Conference Room functionality and ease of use.
- Analyze room data based on room usage frequency, length of time, occupancy, and use case to identify a need for additional conference rooms or adjustments to room functionality
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to produce and broadcast live events across all offices and business units.
- Provide back-end administration for Zoom, Microsoft Teams and Cisco VTC systems
- Provide back-end administration for Digital Signage across multiple offices via Appspace
- Provide Video Editing and Processing for internal events.
- Provide Training to Level 1 and Contract Based Support Techs
- Serve as a Consultant/Coordinator for Offsite Events
- Design and Execute builds of AV Racks and Control rooms
- Design and Execute builds of VTC Conference Rooms, Device Labs, User Experience test labs, Network Operation Centers, and Security Control rooms.
Audio Visual Technician
Hulu
10.2015 - 12.2016
- Set up projectors, laptops and microphones for live presentations.
- Tested and calibrated audio and visual equipment to verify proper operation.
- Managed cables and power distribution systems effectively to maintain a neat appearance while ensuring safety.
- Provide "White Glove" meeting support service for users in conference rooms and collaborative spaces.
- Pull and terminate variety of cables.
- Streamline troubleshooting processes for technical issues, ensuring minimal downtime during events.
- Operate computer-based presentation software during vitrual and in-person meetings or conferences, guaranteeing smooth content delivery.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
American Musical And Dramatic Academy
Los Angeles, CA04.2008
Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- MS Excel
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Documentation And Reporting
- Project Management
- Data Research and Validation
- Process Improvements
- Q-Sys
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Zoom
- Hiperwall
- ATEM Broadcast Technologies
Accomplishments
- Successfully executed transition of 300 conference rooms from Lifesize to Zoom over a single Weekend
- Designed and Built a dedicated streaming computer for our Social Media team to break a Guiness World Record for longest uninterrupted stream, complete with custom assets with a 5 day project lead time.
Hobbies
Professional Voice Actor
Twitch Streamer
Table Top Gaming Enthusiest
Timeline
Audio Visual Analyst II
The Walt Disney Company
04.2017 - Current
Audio Visual Technician
Hulu
10.2015 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
American Musical And Dramatic Academy