Lamar Smith
Mount Holly,NC
Summary
Dedicated leader and problem-solver focused on optimizing processes and promoting organizational efficiency. Thirty years of experience with a proven track record of handling multiple tasks effectively in fast-paced environments with a proactive approach to issue identification and resolution. Strong communication, and teamwork skills with a passion for continuous learning and growth. Experienced in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives while maintaining high standards and aligning efforts with organizational goals.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Corporate Engineering / Broadcast Radio Engineer
Beasley Media Group, LLC
01.2011 - Current
- Managing the technical operations of 68 radio stations across the country from an engineering and IT position, maintaining studio and tower site operations.
- Established and implemented a yearly Capital Expenditure budget of $7-$17 million.
- Designed, implemented, and managed projects consisting of facility relocations, transmitter replacements, computer automation implementations, studio builds and remodel projects, and new technology implementations.
- Spearheaded and maintained a disaster recovery and business continuity plan for the entire company.
- Designed, implemented, and advanced a full rollout of WideOrbit Automation for Radio for all radio stations within the company.
- Designed and executed a full backup and remote audio delivery solution for all 68 radio stations located across the country using WideOrbit Automation for Radio.
- Worked closely with WideOrbit support in development of new features while testing as an early adopter of software before GA release.
- Provided due diligence and integration leadership of 20+ radio stations during expansion of the company footprint.
- Leading a staff of 25+ engineers and IT managers across multiple cities.
- Providing insight, direction, and recommendations to management on new technology and expected ROI.
- Executed direction and assistance to locations during disaster recovery including weathering hurricanes while working directly with FEMA to ensure stations continue emergency broadcasts.
- Responsible for FCC compliance, knowledge of rules and regulations, and ‘filing of opinions’ to the FCC when required.
Broadcast Radio Engineer, Director of Engineering
Audacy (Formerly Entercom and Keymarket Communications)
01.1994 - 01.2011
- Managed and maintained radio station studios and transmitter sites. Total of 13 radio stations across both markets.
- Responsible for troubleshooting and repairs to all associated electronic equipment within the facility. (studios and transmitter sites)
- Installed HDRadio technology on radio stations.
- Designed and rebuilt radio studios and transmitter sites.
- Designed and implemented RDS Now Playing information to display on radios which displayed song and artist information.
- Managed staff of 5+ in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton PA and staff of 3+ in Austin Texas.
- Implemented and managed satellite distribution of two syndicated national broadcast shows.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electronic Theory And Computer Sciences
Electronic Institutes
Middletown, PASkills
- Technology operations management
- Project Manager
- Project management coordination
- Project execution
- Resource allocation management
- Team leader
- Team skill enhancement
- Collaborative team development
- Operational efficiency management
- Emergency situation management
- Contract and vendor management
- Strategic decision-making
- Effective problem resolution
- Capital investment planning
- Goal-oriented planning
- Expense management
- Proficient in task management
Timeline
Director of Corporate Engineering / Broadcast Radio Engineer
Beasley Media Group, LLC
01.2011 - Current
Broadcast Radio Engineer, Director of Engineering
Audacy (Formerly Entercom and Keymarket Communications)
01.1994 - 01.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Electronic Theory And Computer Sciences
Electronic Institutes
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