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Luke Bird

Production Director / Technician
Fort Worth,TX
Luke Bird

Summary

Experienced Technical Director successful at coordinating department activities in support of Client/Organizations success. Bringing Lighting, Video and Audio abilities as well as deep understanding of the industry and advanced proficiency in XTEN, GrandMA1/2/3, Hog4, Midas HD96, Avid Live Audio Consoles, Dante, Networking.

Astute filmmaking professional successful at directing and editing productions. Analytical strong multitasking, planning and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

8
years of professional experience

Skills

Editing expertise

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Work History

First Baptist
Burleson, TX

Tech/Video Director
08.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Identified and approved equipment and elements required for productions.
  • Developed, filmed, edited and produced Story projects.
  • Performed smooth and professional final edits using Premiere Pro and Final Cut.
  • Standardized production procedures, job roles and quality assurance guidelines.
  • Performed maintenance, repairs and software upgrades on sophisticated computerized lighting systems.
  • Directed and facilitated procurement and installation of lighting equipment and elements.

Self-employeed
Dallas-Fort Worth, TX

Freelance AVL Technician
01.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Interpreted technical data from drawings, blueprints, schematics and service manuals.
  • Led crew of audio-video team members.
  • Supported live events with well-controlled lights, sound and video streaming.
  • Managed an LED wall 40'x 20', Rigging, Assembly, Tech-ing.
  • Designed Lighting Systems from the ground up, with software like Capture & Vectorworks
  • Designed and operated varus Lighting Consoles, MA2/3, Hog4, Onyx , ETC Eos, etc..
  • Worked on top 10 Billboard artist's shows in varies positions.

Mixinary
Fort Worth, TX

System Design Engineer
05.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Drafted documentation detailing design requirements and technical specifications.
  • Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements.
  • Evaluated project feasibility based on material, equipment and labor expenses.
  • Monitored and repaired audio, video, control systems and video conferencing equipment.
  • Provided troubleshooting techniques in integrating professional audio/video systems.
  • Interfaced with customers to explain operation and instill confidence in installed systems.
  • Completed and oversaw rack fabrication.
  • Supported live events with well-controlled lights, sound and video streaming.
  • Diagnosed and resolved problems with AV equipment and media management systems.

The Hills Church Of Christ
North Richland Hills, TX

Audio Visual Technician
03.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Monitored and repaired audio, video, control systems and video equipment.
  • Provided troubleshooting techniques in integrating professional audio/video systems.
  • Pulled and terminated variety of cables.
  • Interpreted technical data from drawings, blueprints, schematics and service manuals.
  • Supported live events with well-controlled lights, sound and video streaming.
  • Researched and presented various AV options to presenters and site managers.
  • Determined best lighting design and techniques according to location and situation.
  • Calculated materials and time needed for each job.
  • Controlled video for live conferences or performances and pre-recorded productions.
  • Created graphics and layouts for live and pre-recorded talks.

Cross City Church
Euless, TX

IT Associate
08.2020 - 08.2022

Job overview

  • Resolved diverse range of technical issues across multiple systems and applications for customers and end-users across various time zones.
  • Provided Tier 1 IT support to non-technical internal users through desk side support services.
  • Collaborated with supervisors to escalate and address staff inquiries or technical issues.
  • Monitored systems in operation and quickly troubleshot errors.
  • Documented support interactions for future reference.
  • Researched product and issue resolution tactics to address customer concerns.
  • Used ticketing systems to manage and process support actions and requests.
  • Configured hardware and granted system permissions to new employees.

Timeline

Tech/Video Director
First Baptist
08.2022 - Current
System Design Engineer
Mixinary
05.2021 - Current
Audio Visual Technician
The Hills Church Of Christ
03.2021 - Current
IT Associate
Cross City Church
08.2020 - 08.2022
Freelance AVL Technician
Self-employeed
01.2020 - Current

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