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Matthew Laher

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Dynamic audiovisual technician with extensive experience at Encore Global, specializing in high-stakes production management. Proficient in Pro Tools and recognized for exceptional problem-solving skills, delivering outstanding technical support and multimedia production services. Proven track record in optimizing sound systems and executing seamless events in fast-paced environments. Committed to advancing technical excellence and enhancing client satisfaction.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Technical Supervisor

ENCORE GLOBAL
Philadelphia, PA
02.2018 - Current
  • Responsible for operations, serving as lead audiovisual technician for several properties in the DC and Philadelphia regions
  • Serve as project manager to ensure successful execution of highly technical productions
  • Exhibit professionalism and flexibility during fast-paced, constantly changing, high budget events; primary point of contact for attendees' technical requirements

Freelance Av Technician

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
Philadelphia, PA
03.2016 - Current
  • Run front-of-house live sound and video (AI and V1) for corporate events, concerts, and music festivals. Also experienced as an A2, V2, L2, camera op, GFX/playback op, breakout tech, GAV and stagehand
  • Highly skilled with digital and analog consoles (Yamaha, Allen & Heath, AVID, DigiCo, Midas, Behringer, etc.); sound system tuning and optimization including SMAART software; wireless microphones and RF coordination including Shure Wireless Workbench; video switchers (Blackmagic, Barco, Analog Way, Roland, etc.); streaming and VoIP technologies; projectors and screens; intelligent lighting fixtures/DMX; networking, including Dante protocol; IT support; rigging; power distribution; audio & video recording and editing

Security

U STREET MUSIC HALL
Washington, DC
09.2016 - 01.2018

Server

BRICK WOOD FIRED BISTRO
Prince Frederick, MD
08.2015 - 08.2016
  • Provided excellent customer service for an upscale restaurant and bar

Bartender

CALVERT BREWING COMPANY
Prince Frederick, MD
06.2015 - 11.2015
  • Offered and explained nuances of craft brews at beer garden at Running Hare Vineyard, serving beverages at weddings and graduation ceremonies

Education

B.S. - Management Information Systems, Cybersecurity

University of Maryland Global Campus
College Park, Maryland
08-2024

Trade school certificate - Audio Engineering, Advanced Production Techniques, Live Sound Reinforcement, Post Production For Film & Television, Music Business Courses

Omega Recording Studios
Rockville, MD
07.2017

High School Diploma -

Huntingtown High School
Huntingtown, MD
12.2011

Skills

  • Pro Tools Operator certified
  • Crestron, Biamp control systems
  • Zoom, Teams, Webex
  • Microsoft Office (Powerpoint, Excel, etc)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Problem-solving
  • Acoustics
  • Multimedia production
  • Post production
  • System troubleshooting
  • Inventory maintenance and organizaiton

Timeline

Technical Supervisor

ENCORE GLOBAL
02.2018 - Current

Security

U STREET MUSIC HALL
09.2016 - 01.2018

Freelance Av Technician

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
03.2016 - Current

Server

BRICK WOOD FIRED BISTRO
08.2015 - 08.2016

Bartender

CALVERT BREWING COMPANY
06.2015 - 11.2015

B.S. - Management Information Systems, Cybersecurity

University of Maryland Global Campus

Trade school certificate - Audio Engineering, Advanced Production Techniques, Live Sound Reinforcement, Post Production For Film & Television, Music Business Courses

Omega Recording Studios

High School Diploma -

Huntingtown High School

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