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Tia McFarlane

Oakland ,CA

Summary

Highly-skilled Audio Video Technician with 6 years of expertise installing, operating, testing and troubleshooting audio and video equipment. Solid experience with multi-room systems and setup and advanced understanding of security system programming and design. Specializes in high-end electronic integration in residential and commercial settings and well organized and adept at balancing range of tasks.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Audio Video Technician

Av-Services
08.2019 - Current
  • Designed, assembled and adapted audio or video equipment and related devices.
  • Rendered on-site installation services and support of basic to complex audio and video systems for residential and commercial based clientele.
  • Created and maintained inventory of AV equipment and created documentation and instructions on proper usage.
  • Performed systematic and high-quality diagnostic troubleshooting and repair or adjustment to integrated audio-visual systems.
  • Tested and calibrated audio and visual equipment to verify proper operation.
  • Set up projectors, laptops and microphones for live presentations.
  • Provided technical support to event staff and presenters, reducing technical issues and delays.
  • Programmed and operated audio-visual equipment to support seamless live events.
  • Supported live events with well-controlled lights, sound and video streaming.
  • Diagnosed and resolved problems with AV equipment and media management systems.

Audio Technician

BMS
09.2021 - 02.2023
  • Set up soundboards, microphones, amplifiers, audio lines, monitors and speakers to satisfy production needs for live and taped programming.
  • Performed set-up operations and monitored audio levels from sources to support consistent quality in accordance with established industry standards and guidelines.
  • Operated, maintained and repaired PA control, stage monitoring, amplification and instrument and vocal reinforcement to support highest overall sound quality.
  • Provided audio mixing and recording expertise to field and studio-based productions.
  • Maintained integrity of audio and support equipment and notified management of repair or replacement needs.
  • Executed field and studio audio at highest level of quality, meeting producer, and client expectations

Sound Technician

Sound Off Audio
08.2014 - 04.2020
  • Performed sound quality checks and front-of-house mixing to maintain company sound system.
  • Controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs to produce high-quality tracks for variety of clients.
  • Regulated sound qualities and volume levels during recording sessions to produce desired outcomes.
  • Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.

Audio Visual Intern

Light Rail Studios
03.2015 - 08.2016
  • Set up projectors, laptops and microphones for live presentations.
  • Tested and calibrated audio and visual equipment to verify proper operation.
  • Provided technical support to event staff and presenters, reducing technical issues and delays.
  • Maintained and troubleshot audio and visual equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Monitored and adjusted sound and lighting levels to optimize live event performance.
  • Executed client consultations to determine audio-visual needs for events.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Parks, Recreation, And Leisure Facilities Management

San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA
07.2017

Skills

  • Broadcast Engineering
  • Live Sound Engineering
  • Audio Post-Production
  • Lighting Design
  • Signal Flow Management
  • Audio Mixing
  • Video Production
  • Digital Audio Workstations

Timeline

Audio Technician

BMS
09.2021 - 02.2023

Audio Video Technician

Av-Services
08.2019 - Current

Audio Visual Intern

Light Rail Studios
03.2015 - 08.2016

Sound Technician

Sound Off Audio
08.2014 - 04.2020

Bachelor of Science - Parks, Recreation, And Leisure Facilities Management

San Francisco State University

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