Merhawi Wells-Bogue
Lead AV Media Technical Specialist - Classroom Technology
Somerville,MA
Summary
Lead AV Media Technical IT professional with 6+ years of rich experience in Audio Visuals including MacOS, IOS, Windows, Crestron, Extron, Cisco Webex, Zoom, Epiphan Pearl, Projectors, Zoom rooms, Baimp, and PTZ cameras. Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills and proven ability to adapt quickly and operate in a wide range of platforms. Adept in providing high-quality technical support by troubleshooting, resolving issues and communicating results to the user.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Lead AV Media Technical Specialist
Harvard Medical School
2021.11 - Current
- Performed service and system maintenance as directed for all classrooms on campus.
- Managed incoming tickets from clients in ServiceNow for various needs of AV requests as well technical issues.
- Interfaced with customers to explain operation and instill confidence in installed systems.
- Created and implemented technical support plans for audio-visual systems such as guide how to use Zoom in high tech classrooms.
- Set up projectors, laptops and microphones for live presentations for 200 plus clients.
- Maintained and troubleshot audio and visual equipment to minimize downtime.
- Trained event staff on proper use of audio and visual equipment.
- Executed client consultations to determine audio-visual needs for events.
- Provided technical support to event staff and presenters, reducing technical issues. and delays.
- Tested and calibrated audio and visual equipment to verify proper operation.
- Oversaw reservation and distribution of AV equipment and facilities for on-site presentations.
- Diagnosed and resolved problems with AV equipment and media management systems.
- Assisted/run HMS graduation/White Coat ceremony AV/livestreams.
Technology Specialist III
Boston University Medical Campus Information Technology
2017.05 - 2021.10
- Offered professional computer display, audio/visual presentation instructional support to faculty, staff, and students.
- Provided Echo360 lecture and audio recording also Zoom, Skype for Business and Kaltura to various clients.
- Performed troubleshooting when any issues arise during classrooms when clients are using projectors/PC or macOS.
- Supported big events with setup audio and visual and coverage make sure things are running smoothly.
- Responded to clients through 25Live and ServiceNow regarding technology needs and troubleshooting requests.
Apple Specialist
Apple Inc.
2015.01 - 2017.05
- Tech-savvy and passionate about Apple products including iOS devices as well as macOS computers.
- Performed troubleshooting procedures on customers’ IOS devices and macOS computers, and assist clients set up their new IOS and macOS devices.
- Enriched lives by offering best sales experiences by delivering right solutions, and build community of loyal Apple customers.
- Controlled traffic as customers entered flagship Store and directed them to the appropriate resource.
TV/Radio Technician
Massasoit Community College
2014.01 - 2014.10
- Assisted Director with television, radio, and multimedia technical and instructional support to faculty, staff, and students of Massasoit Community College.
- Supported students in studio labs/facilities in creating, editing, and delivering educational, informational, and entertainment content for courses and cable.
- Kept working areas clean, safe and stocked with appropriate equipment and supplies to meet expected shop and customer demands.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism, Broadcast Multi Media
University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH 2009.08 - 2013.06
Skills
Advanced knowledge of Echo360 (Preschedule events & edit Recordings).
Additional Information
- UNH Awards of Excellence to Recognize Excellence in Leadership, Scholarship, and Citizenship.
Certification
EXTRON AV CERTIFIED
Timeline
Lead AV Media Technical Specialist
Harvard Medical School
2021.11 - Current
EXTRON AV CERTIFIED
2020-04
CompTIA Network+ N10-007: Networking Devices
2019-05
Technology Specialist III
Boston University Medical Campus Information Technology
2017.05 - 2021.10
Apple Specialist
Apple Inc.
2015.01 - 2017.05
Television Production
2014-05
TV/Radio Technician
Massasoit Community College
2014.01 - 2014.10
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism, Broadcast Multi Media
University of New Hampshire
2009.08 - 2013.06
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