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Lawson Connell

Omaha,NE

Summary

Detail-oriented audiovisual professional with emphasis on live production and technology. Skilled in host of functions, including audio, video, lighting, and rigging.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Audio Visual Technician

Inspire Solutions
04.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced the experience of each production by providing professional level execution of all audio, video, rigging, and lighting needs
  • Selected optimal hardware or software for each need based on host preferences and facility limitations
  • Advised, trained, and supported freelancer workers, team members, and clients with specific audio-visual needs
  • Maintained location inventory, providing equipment orders and offer substitutions based on availability
  • Repaired and serviced hardware as needed
  • Provided rigging expertise for all trussing, hanging and floor supported packages, including maintaining and repairing rigging equipment

Audio Engineer and Installation Technician

Midwest Sound & Lighting
11.2021 - 04.2023
  • Provided installation and configuration for complete audio systems, including microphones, amplifiers/outboard gear, processors, audio lines, speakers/arrays, etc.
  • Performed peripheral testing, troubleshooting, and onsite repairs to maintain optimal performance levels
  • Trained various organizations on mixing, tuning, and technical application based on needs and equipment
  • Reviewed drawings, blueprints, schematics and service manuals to identify technical needs and requirements
  • Maintained AV equipment inventory and supplies and facilitated orders for new installations and projects
  • Performed off-site engineering for live events as contracted

System Administrator

Travelex Insurance Services
01.2018 - 11.2021
  • Performed network monitoring and opened tickets, performed troubleshooting and provided escalation as needed
  • Dissected current models and procedures used within departments to eliminate redundancy by using automation and available technology
  • Performed analysis and documentation about business processes, technology, and policies to create department deliverables
  • Developed and structured the execution of the Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery Plan, updated run book, and assisted in scenario testing
  • Constructed change management, SLA, and retention policies for internal auditing purposes (rule configuration, auto escalation, change log aggregation, production release scheduling)

Education

I.T. Support Professional

Google

Office 365: End User Troubleshooting

Microsoft
2023

Microsoft

Windows 11 Deployment At Scale
2023

IoT 2.0 (201807)

Cisco Network Academy
2022

NDG Linux Essentials

Linux Professional Institute
2022

Data Science

John Hopkins Univeristy
2022

Cybersecurity (1218)

Cisco Network Academy
2021

Strategic Toolkit For Managers

Vanderbilt University
2021

Skills

  • Audio-Visual Integration
  • Expert Troubleshooting
  • Event Planning
  • Acoustic Treatment
  • Digital Signal Processing
  • IP Networking
  • Power Distribution
  • Lighting Design
  • Camera Operation
  • Signal Flow Comprehension
  • Network Infrastructure
  • Technical Training
  • Video Conferencing
  • Professional Live Mixing
  • CAD Drawing Interpretation
  • New Technology Integration
  • Project Coordination

Timeline

Lead Audio Visual Technician

Inspire Solutions
04.2023 - Current

Audio Engineer and Installation Technician

Midwest Sound & Lighting
11.2021 - 04.2023

System Administrator

Travelex Insurance Services
01.2018 - 11.2021

I.T. Support Professional

Google

Office 365: End User Troubleshooting

Microsoft

Microsoft

Windows 11 Deployment At Scale

IoT 2.0 (201807)

Cisco Network Academy

NDG Linux Essentials

Linux Professional Institute

Data Science

John Hopkins Univeristy

Cybersecurity (1218)

Cisco Network Academy

Strategic Toolkit For Managers

Vanderbilt University

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