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PATRICK DANNER

Santa Clarita,CA

Summary

Highly skilled Broadcast Operations Supervisor with over 20 years of experience in satellite, fiber, and streaming transmissions. Proven track record in managing high-profile PPV sporting events, including the Mayweather vs. Pacquiao fight (2015) and Crawford vs. Spence Jr. (2023), along with numerous UFC, WWE, and other combat sports. Exceptional attention to detail in high-pressure environments, responsible for ensuring signal integrity for NFL Sunday Ticket and overseeing conditional access requirements. Adept at training teams on industry-standard software and enhancing operational efficiency.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Camera Operator

Bert Badger Show
04.2025 - 05.2025
  • Operated cameras during live event, ensuring high-quality footage for broadcast and replays.

Assistant Producer, Music Video; New Orleans Revival

Mixed Kid Fridays
08.2024 - 09.2024
  • Collaborated with the production team to streamline workflows, enhancing overall communication and fostering a positive creative environment.
  • Coordinated logistics for filming locations and production equipment, ensuring seamless operations that contributed to on-time project delivery and maintained budget compliance.

Supervisor of Broadcast Operations

DirecTV
03.2003 - 05.2024
  • Supervised a team of 30 overseeing broadcast operations utilizing Satellite, Fiber, and Streaming technologies including ST 2110.
  • Maintained and setup of broadcast equipment including Evertz, Panasonic, Grass Valley, Harmonic, Cisco and more.
  • Managed quality and availability of live and replay events including NFL Sunday Ticket, HBO Boxing, UFC, and WWE PPVs.
  • Trained colleagues on industry-standard and in-house software including DAL/Harris, ITX/Omnibus, BBright, and OpenVideo (Streaming).
  • Coordinated efforts between multiple internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth operations and open communication.
  • Inserted commercials, slides, and lower third crawls/tickers into live programming with precision.
  • Developed comprehensive training materials and videos, empowering team members with essential skills and fostering a culture of knowledge sharing.

Skills

  • Broadcast Technician
  • Troubleshooting
  • Signal Monitoring
  • Quality Assurance
  • Live Streaming
  • Team Management
  • Training Development
  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork
  • Video Editing

Certification

  • Certified Video Editor on DaVinci Resolve - 2024
  • Certified Television Operator at SBE - 2013

Timeline

Camera Operator

Bert Badger Show
04.2025 - 05.2025

Assistant Producer, Music Video; New Orleans Revival

Mixed Kid Fridays
08.2024 - 09.2024

Supervisor of Broadcast Operations

DirecTV
03.2003 - 05.2024