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Lakota Jaussen

Edmonds

Summary

Dynamic Broadcast Operations Technician with proven expertise at PBS Reno, enhancing live production quality through innovative technology implementation and effective signal monitoring. Skilled in video editing and live event switching, I excel in troubleshooting and collaboration, ensuring seamless broadcasts and optimal viewer experiences. Committed to excellence in fast-paced environments.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Broadcast Operations Technician

PBS Reno
09.2022 - 09.2024
  • Supervised live broadcasts by coordinating with production teams and troubleshooting technical issues to ensure seamless on-air quality.
  • Implemented new broadcast technologies and equipment, resulting in improved workflow efficiency and enhanced production capabilities.
  • Collaborated with network engineers to monitor signal distribution and maintain optimal broadcast transmission quality.
  • Provided on-site support for remote broadcasts, including setting up equipment, overseeing live feeds, and managing post-production editing processes.

Audio Visual Technician

Truckee Meadows Community College
12.2020 - 06.2022
  • Implemented and managed educational software applications to enhance classroom instruction and student learning experiences.
  • Provided technical support and training for educators on integrating technology into curriculum and lesson plans.
  • Troubleshot and resolved hardware and software issues to ensure optimal functionality of technology resources in educational settings.
  • Orchestrated and executed seamless audiovisual setups for corporate events, ensuring all technical components ran smoothly and on schedule.
  • Oversaw a team of AV technicians to set up and operate equipment for conferences, meetings, and presentations with precision and efficiency.

Television Production Assistant

KTVN Channel 2
02.2013 - 10.2020
  • Operated broadcast equipment during live news segments, ensuring seamless transitions and reliable on-air quality throughout daily programming.
  • Configured audio and visual components to support live news broadcasts, enhancing production quality and streamlining technical workflows to accommodate tight newsroom deadlines.
  • Facilitated studio set changes and camera repositioning during live newscasts, maintaining broadcast flow under rapidly changing conditions.
  • Assisted in the production of live broadcasts, which ensured smooth transitions and high-quality viewer experiences during key events.

Education

No Degree -

Truckee Meadows Community College
Reno

Skills

  • Signal monitoring
  • Video editing
  • Live production support
  • Transmission control
  • Digital asset management
  • Camera operation
  • Satellite communications
  • Satellite receiver operations
  • Broadcast monitoring
  • Signal routing
  • Transmitter monitoring
  • On air signal quality
  • Audio and video routing
  • Program scheduling
  • Network operations
  • Live event switching

Timeline

Broadcast Operations Technician

PBS Reno
09.2022 - 09.2024

Audio Visual Technician

Truckee Meadows Community College
12.2020 - 06.2022

Television Production Assistant

KTVN Channel 2
02.2013 - 10.2020

No Degree -

Truckee Meadows Community College