Landy Thompson
Washington,DC
Summary
Experienced Audio Visual Specialist skilled in project management from inception to completion. Demonstrated expertise in delivering innovative, budget-friendly, and well-coordinated media productions and Audio Visual Setups within specified timelines. Eager to advance career as an Audio Visual Technician, leveraging strong background in overseeing end-to-end project execution.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Audio Visual Specialist
ENCORE Audio Visual
Washington, DC
08.2020 - Current
- - Collaborate with team to set up meeting rooms with projectors, screens, and mixers.
- - Install ballroom sound systems, speakers, and monitors.
- - Served as in-room tech and later promoted to floor supervisor.
Audio Visual Technician
AVS
Willard, WA
01.2019 - Current
- - Set up A/V for breakouts and ballroom events.
- - Use LCD projectors, PA systems, wireless mics, and mixers.
- - Responsible for timely equipment setup and teardown.
Project Manager (Freelance)
DMV Sound
Washington, DC
01.2023 - 08.2025
- - Manage labor pools, schedule workers, and negotiate projects.
- - Support conferences and meetings throughout the DC area.
- - Set up room layouts and A/V equipment per event plans.
- - Greet clients on-site and handle last-minute requests.
- - Coordinate equipment packing, delivery, and setup.
- - Maintain inventory of event supplies and consumables.
- - Oversee food and beverage arrangements.
- - Supervise freelancers and independent contractors.
- - Ensure event spaces are cleaned and restored after events.
Audio Visual Engineer Lead
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Bethesda, MD
03.2021 - 03.2025
- Managed audiovisual systems for events at the conference center.
- Controlled audio technology for televised broadcasts.
- Ensured seamless operation of classroom and Zoom sessions.
- - Operate robotic digital cameras and manage camera shots/captions.
- Directed presentations utilizing Crestron Switchers and Crestron Flex for video conferencing.
Digital Sound Technician
SoundOff
New York, NY
01.2018 - 04.2019
- - Set up and strike digital headphone systems for silent parties.
- - Transport and maintain equipment for events.
Audio Visual Technician
Projection Audio Visual
Washington, DC
01.2014 - 05.2016
- - Set up microphones, switchers, lighting, and various screen types.
- - Provided live sound support and monitoring.
- - Specialized in event A/V for ballrooms and breakout spaces.
Education
Diploma - Paralegal Studies
Blackstone Career Institute
Allentown, PA12.2003
Business Coursework
Georgetown University
Washington, DC05.2001
Associate - Business
University of the District of Columbia
Washington, DC05.2001
Associate - Radio Broadcasting
Montgomery College
Takoma Park/Germantown, MD05.1996
Skills
- Project Management
- Audio Recording
- Video Production & Post-Production
- Camera Operation
- TV Broadcast Engineering
- Digital Camera Operation
- Signal Processing
- Multimedia Technology
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)
- Windows OS
- Computer Networking
- Legal Research
- Customer Service
- Journalism
- Communication & Organizational Skills
- Photography
- Sound Engineering
- Conference Room Setup
- Event Support & Scheduling
Timeline
Project Manager (Freelance)
DMV Sound
01.2023 - 08.2025
Audio Visual Engineer Lead
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
03.2021 - 03.2025
Audio Visual Specialist
ENCORE Audio Visual
08.2020 - Current
Audio Visual Technician
AVS
01.2019 - Current
Digital Sound Technician
SoundOff
01.2018 - 04.2019
Audio Visual Technician
Projection Audio Visual
01.2014 - 05.2016
Diploma - Paralegal Studies
Blackstone Career Institute
Business Coursework
Georgetown University
Associate - Business
University of the District of Columbia
Associate - Radio Broadcasting
Montgomery College