Michael A. Rodriguez
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Innovative Audio & Video Event Production professional specializing in live shows, corporate events, and broadcast. Delivered impactful solutions as an A1 Operator and AV Technician, contributing to successful project execution across arenas and VIP private events. Focused on enhancing production quality and audience engagement through expert technical support and collaboration.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
A1 Audio Operator
Lee's Family Forum
Henderson, USA
03.2022 - Current
- A1 operator for all events at Lee's Family Forum, Henderson, NV since March 2022
- Mix and maintain a consistent audio level for a nightly crowd of 6,000+ people
- Mix all press conferences and special events occurring at Lee's Family Forum
- Created and routed separate mix to broadcast trucks and live stream, enhancing audio quality for remote audiences
- Record and monitor separate audio stems for post production creative purposes
- Receive and route all play by play audio to back of house feeds as well as records
- Monitored BOH audio feeds across separate zones using Dante Controller and Q Sys systems, ensuring optimal sound distribution
- Ability to adapt to the dynamics of different weekly hosts and intermission talent
- Advanced building and talent management for planned special performances
- Program all Reidel Comm channels for panels and wireless Bolero packs per show
- Identified and implemented solutions for technical challenges in all in-house productions, improving overall production quality
A2 Audio Assist
T Mobile Arena and Allegiant Stadium
2022 - Current
- Current In house A2 for T Mobile Arena and Allegiant Stadium. Contribute to weekly events including the Las Vegas Raiders, Vegas Golden Knights, UFC, and more.
- Prestigious events include Super Bowl LVIII (2024) and Stanley Cup Final (2023)
- Set up and test all microphones for PA announcer, hosts, and intermission talent
- Test all Riedel Comm panels, Bolero and RTS packs needed for all productions
- Walk all assigned audio zones of venue to ensure audio levels are up and in time
- Frequency coordination for all Wireless microphones via Wireless Workbench
- Set up and tested all IEMs and floor monitors for intermission talent
- Configure handheld and Lav mics needed for corporate panels and announcements
- Set up and test post game press conference room with wireless and podium mics
- Fax press conference audio feed to broadcast trucks ensuring a healthy level
- Stand by on assigned level or area during game in case of troubleshooting issues
- Test and troubleshoot all wired comm packs for spotlight operators in the catwalk
- Mix postgame press conference in press room for either home or away teams
- Executed daily tasks with precision and attention to detail.
- Developed creative strategies to improve team efficiency and results.
- Collaborated with a diverse team to achieve objectives and resolve product-related challenges.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Applied problem-solving techniques to address challenges promptly and accurately.
Audio Visual Technician
Multiple A/V companies
05.2014 - Current
- Pre-Production. Including venue walk through, system design, on site management
- Executed client's vision and technical requests with adaptability to changing needs
- Audio and Video source configuration, including systems monitoring and recording
- Networking configuration via Dante Controller and Wireless Workbench software
- Audio mixing consoles (DiGiCo, Yamaha, Midas, Allen & Heath, Behringer, Mackie)
- Video Switchers and presentations (Roland, Black Magic, PowerPoint, Keynote)
- Live streaming via Teams, Zoom, and OBS software platforms
- Ensured attention to detail for production schedules and venue restrictions
- Communicated clearly to coordinate precise event cues and enhance overall production flow
- Operate soundboards and video switchers during live broadcasts.
- Troubleshoot technical issues with audio and visual systems on-site.
Education
Associate of Science - Science of Recording Arts
Los Angeles Recording School
Los Angeles, CA01-2011
General Ed/Behavioral Science - Behavioral Sciences
Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CA01-2009
Skills
- A1 Sound Engineer
- Corporate Events
- Live Shows
- Sports
- Audio Mixing
- Broadcast Audio
- Live Streaming
- Digital Audio Consoles
- Frequency Management
- Audio Mixing
- Frequency Management
- Smaart
- Wireless Workbench
- Comms
- Records
- Pro Tools
- Logic
- Ableton Live
- System design
- Analog consoles
- Equalization techniques
- Playback Pro
- Universal Audio
- Dante
- Waves
- Shure Wireless Workbench
- L'Acoustics
- D&B
- Reidel Director software
- Black Magic
- OBS Live Stream
- macOS
- PC Windows
- Microsoft Office
- Teams
- Zoom
- Event production
- Event coordination
- Production management
- Project management
- Issue resolution
- Communication
- Simultaneous Operations
- Audio Equipment Maintenance
- Signal flow
- Audio routing
- Event production
- Simultaneous Operations
Phone
cell, (323) 877-6169
Certification
Dante Certified Level 3
Timeline
A1 Audio Operator
Lee's Family Forum
03.2022 - Current
Audio Visual Technician
Multiple A/V companies
05.2014 - Current
A2 Audio Assist
T Mobile Arena and Allegiant Stadium
2022 - Current
Associate of Science - Science of Recording Arts
Los Angeles Recording School
General Ed/Behavioral Science - Behavioral Sciences
Long Beach City College