Ronald Payne Jr
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Detail-oriented audiovisual professional with 6+ years of experience. Skilled in host of functions, including installation and testing of cabling, equipment and audiovisual systems. Able to work individually or as part of team while maintaining a positive attitude in fast-paced environment. Strong love and passion for the artistic and technical production, arts administration and education with the interest of gaining first-hand experience and training from seasoned professionals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Audio Visual Technician
Projection Presentation Technology
District Of Columbia & Baltimore City
03.2016 - 07.2024
- Set up and installed microphones, sound speakers, video screens, projectors for meetings and conventions and presentations
- Tested, resolved and monitored sound feeds to ensure quality
- Installed equipment according to designated layout
- Mixed sound inputs and feeds
- Discussed assignments with meeting director and other Audio visual technicians to establish needs and cues
- Performed duties on location
- Maintained inventory of equipment.
Audio Visual Technician
National Institute of Health
Bethesda, MD
08.2017 - 02.2018
- Set up and install microphones, sound speakers, video screens, projectors for meetings and conventions and presentations
- Test, resolve and monitor sound feeds to ensure quality
- Install equipment according to designated layout
- Mix sound inputs and feeds
- Discuss assignments with meeting director and other Audio visual technicians to establish needs and cues
- Perform duties on location
- Maintain inventory of equipment.
Server
Le Pain Quotidien
Washington, DC
01.2017 - 01.2017
- Assisted hosts in maintaining an inviting entrance area while warmly greeting guests and escorting them to their seats
- Developed restaurant image by providing fast and courteous service to guests
- Provided excellent customer service and ensured that all of my customers were well taken care of
- Promoted rewards program while serving.
Retail Associate
Target
Rockville, MD
10.2016 - 12.2016
- Organized and re-stocked shelves with new merchandise inventory
- Maintained a clean work environment
- Provided customer service to guest.
Cashier
Balducci's Food Lover's Market
Bethesda, MD
07.2015 - 01.2016
- Processed transactions by accepting cash, check, or charge payments from customers
- Provided outstanding customer service by greeting and acknowledging every customer
- Maintained awareness of product information and location to promote sales and specials.
Education
General Studies -
Montgomery College
Takoma Park, MD07.2024
Film Directing -
Fairleigh Dickinson University (College At Florham)
Madison, NJ05.2015
High School Diploma -
Albert Einstein High School
Kensington, MD05.2014
Skills
- Writing and Editing (2 years)
- Photography
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Mechanical knowledge
- Electrical experience
- Maintenance
- Audio Monitoring
- Projector Alignment
- Video Wall Setup
- Equipment testing
- Client Communication
- AV issue resolution
- Audio Cabling
- Wireless Microphones
- Video Playback
- LED Displays
- Wireless microphone systems
- Video Switching
- Audio Mastering
- Screen Installation
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting equipment
Certification
Driver's License, 12/01/22, 12/01/25
Enrichmentexperience
- Student, Montgomery Commuity Media, DOCS in Progress, Silver Spring, MD, 07/01/13, 07/01/13, Filmmaking Camp, Participated in the directing and storyboarding of the music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=77xBWu-BkEU
- Student, Leadership Excellence Accelerating Potential, Los Angeles, CA, 07/01/12, 07/01/12, Selected twice to participate on the basis of a nationwide competition, Leadership program at University of California-Los Angeles (UCLA campus) to strengthen effective communication, college preparedness, after-college prep, network strategies, financial literacy
Personal Information
Title: Audio Visual Technician
Timeline
Audio Visual Technician
National Institute of Health
08.2017 - 02.2018
Server
Le Pain Quotidien
01.2017 - 01.2017
Retail Associate
Target
10.2016 - 12.2016
Audio Visual Technician
Projection Presentation Technology
03.2016 - 07.2024
Cashier
Balducci's Food Lover's Market
07.2015 - 01.2016
General Studies -
Montgomery College
Film Directing -
Fairleigh Dickinson University (College At Florham)
High School Diploma -
Albert Einstein High School