Logan Hartsell

• Led engineering and project management for PBS operations, covering video playout, processing, and security.
• Executed a $3M upgrade of PBS infrastructure, overseeing integration, transition, and documentation.
• Integrated multi-generational systems for enterprise-level linear video playout.
• Enhanced PBS encoding platform to 2022-7 infrastructure for improved flexibility and redundancy.
• Optimized national disaster recovery and uplink site, ensuring operational continuity.

• Oversaw configuration of Cisco switches, virtual servers, KVM systems, and network storage solutions.
• Led transition from VMWare to Nutanix virtual environment for enhanced performance.
• Upgraded station from local tape backup to AWS cloud solution for improved data security.
• Designed and operated mobile broadcast studio for emergency hurricane coverage.
• Transitioned weather and traffic operations to newsroom, upgrading PCs and installing new KVM system without disrupting broadcasts.
• Spec’d, installed, and configured marketing edit PCs while reducing costs through vendor negotiations.
• Configured new Cisco POE switches for news studio renovation to enhance connectivity.
• Documented and automated IT practices to streamline software installation and device setup.

• Directed engineering initiatives for audio console management and RF coordination.
• Implemented innovative audio automation solutions in control rooms and developed training materials.
• Upgraded traffic hardware and integrated weather operations to enhance efficiency.
• Served as local technical lead for NewsTicker election software implementation within proof of concept team.
• Executed audio transmission setups for high-profile events, including 2012 presidential inauguration from Newseum.
• Led technical support for large-scale public events like 2014 and 2015 DC Health and Fitness Expo.

• Oversaw, modified, and executed audio board operations for two MASN baseball talk shows, 'Nats Talk' and 'Wall to Wall Baseball'.

Prepared corporate tax forms for over 25 international legal entities.

• Served as primary analyst and government liaison for indirect incurred costs exceeding $3 billion in annual sales.
• Selected for Lockheed's Leadership Development Program, demonstrating strong leadership potential.

Delivered daily supervision for seven summer interns over three consecutive years during college by establishing priorities, guiding on assignments, and serving as a mentor.