Matthew Hard
Opelika,AL
Summary
I am an Instructional Technologist that constantly looks for way to improve how our players learn. I bring the knowledge of networking, hardware, and software, to pair it with my experience of how many high-demand coaching staffs work through the use of Catapult Thunder. My extensive experience in facility improvement projects, and well as planning a completely new facility, complements my ability to think creatively to implement new processes that have never been used in our field before. With me, you will get an unparalleled desire to make my team better by keeping my department on the cutting edge of technology.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Football Technology and Innovation
Auburn University
07.2021 - Current
- Supervised over $5 Million in facility technology improvements
- Collaborated with various designers and integrators to create the most advanced facility control program to date, including the control of 9 video boards in the cutting edge Woltosz Football Performance Center.
- Created and implemented the first ever digital scoreboard for use in collegiate coaching video, improving on a standard which has remained dormant since the 60s
- Transitioned coaching networks to a secure campus-wide infrastructure from an antiquated system
- Designed a cutting edge remote PTZ system for capturing coaches video from a remote location, increasing the efficiency of the film department, while cutting down on risk to employees
- Designing the improvement of broadcast and team areas at Jordan Hare Stadium
Director of Football Video
University Of Alabama
07.2017 - 06.2020
- Administered the operation of the Catapult Thunder network for over 60 full time coaches and employees
- Oversaw $1 Million in facility improvement projects
- Led a project to expand and reinforce reliable network connections for all coaches and players anywhere on the practice field by implementing an FTP based camera system and installing appropriate infrastructure
- Trained a constantly revolving staff of full time coaches and Analysts to efficiently use a sophisticated video system
- Facilitated innovative expansion of locker and training rooms; Collaborated with facility integrators to implement and streamline a high-tech Crestron system that supports televisions, lights, and projectors.
- Spearheaded data-driven reports to provide cutting edge analytics for my coaching staff
- Accommodated all coaches’ needs during a program-wide quarantine situation, including live streaming games and facilitating the seamless execution of all daily activities for Coach Nick Saban
- Expanded fiber layout of our practice facility to see each camera in real time, improving overall video quality and speed.
Video Assistant
Atlanta Falcons
03.2016 - 06.2017
- Shot and edited daily practice sessions, private workouts, and other football events
- Facilitated technology needs for both coaching and scouting staffs.
- Produced original video content by working collaboratively with producers, designers and art specialists to facilitate multimedia production.
Education
Master of Arts - Instructional Technology
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Radio, Television, And Film
University of North Texas
Denton, TX12.2014
Skills
- Constant Innovation/New Technology Implementation
- Facility Improvement Experience
- Management of Full and Student staffs
- Development of Data-Driven Reporting
- 10 Years In College Football using Catapult Thunder
- Championship Winning Experience
Timeline
Director of Football Technology and Innovation
Auburn University
07.2021 - Current
Director of Football Video
University Of Alabama
07.2017 - 06.2020
Video Assistant
Atlanta Falcons
03.2016 - 06.2017
Master of Arts - Instructional Technology
The University of Alabama
Bachelor of Arts - Radio, Television, And Film
University of North Texas