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Tony Gonzalez

Tony Gonzalez

AV Specialist
Laguna Niguel,CA

Summary

Collaborative AV Technician aiming to fulfill an opportunity where background in troubleshooting is aptly utilized. Skilled and dedicated to offering quality service for clients and students. I hold a strong background in communicating with clients to foster loyalty and satisfaction.

Not only am I detail-oriented, I hope to leverage my many years of experience and bring value to a new role. Equipped with a diverse skill set including the ability to manage and perform hands on production tasks such as assembling, creating, and testing device assemblies and complete systems. I'm also know to be technically-savvy, ready to demonstrate my ability to analyze and solve complex it/ cable management obstacles. Not only am I well versed in media, technology, and problem solving on the fly, I am also knowledgeable in Extron controls & switching programming. I also come with success in troubleshooting hyperwalls, PTZ's, and sound equipment. I have led the AV team at BEALL Applied Innovation for events such as Board in California. I hope to add even more value to UCI, and I view this opening as a unique opportunity to fulfill the AV Technician role while still being able to assist the OIT team in all other areas in order to level up my skills and grow within the OIT department. This not only allows for personal growth and the ability to showcase my talents in all areas AV, IT and creativity in liquid cooled PC building. My ability to prioritize and multitask combined with my eclectic knowledge and life experiences makes me an ideal candidate for this role. I am seeking to grow within such exceptional company, I aim to expand both in applicable work experience and interpersonally. I'm ready to demonstrate my skills and prove to be a reliable, driven employee. I'm hoping to continue adding value to UCI in a new way through this opportunity. I aim to continue to skill up and be challenged daily while providing exceptional value to a field I am passionate about. My long-term career goals are to continue to advance within UCI and I feel that I am the ideal candidate for this opportunity.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

AV & IT Analyst

UCI Beall Applied Innovation
01.2022 - Current
  • Live sound mixing- front of house/monitors
  • Use of a variety of sound and lighting consoles
  • Knowledge of lighting, white balancing, exposure techniques for filming
  • Inventory control: ordering/ maintenance
  • Preform quality checks by accurately reviewing appraisals
  • Facilitated communication of ongoing issues and concerns with upper-level management
  • Strong Verbal and Written Communication
  • Diagnosing issues
  • Troubleshooting abilities
  • Provided detailed technical support and coordinated department activities
  • Ability to produce detailed work that is accurate and precise
  • Perfectionistic mindset
  • Constantly tinkering and conceptualizing innovative and improved routines and workflows
  • BlackMagic ATEM switches and other devices such as controllers, converters, etc
  • System installation and repair
  • System and Cable Maintenance
  • Use of Shure mics and wireless equipment
  • Camera operations and filming, Maintained Hiperwall screens in all spaces of the building
  • LED board and chip board replacement
  • Created environments for events
  • Maintained conditions of all wireless mic systems and preformed routine updates and inspections
  • Managed Hiperwall display, audio levels, stage lights, wireless mics, PTZ cameras, and screen transitions throughout an event
  • Preformed repairs to TVs throughout the building
  • Soldering circuit boards when needed to power displays
  • Maintained all conference room and Lab computers; Imaged new computers, updated software, upgraded hardware when needed, diagnosed, and repaired when needed
  • Preformed IT related support throughout building for employees and tenants
  • Placed orders for AV required items
  • Performed routine maintenance on NUC computers and repairs when needed: Replaced thermal compound, replaced CPU cooling fan, imaged new NUCs SSD when deployed.

Audio Visual Specialist

San Clemente Presbyterian Church
01.2008 - Current
  • Reviewed drawings, blueprints, schematics, and service manuals to identify technical requirements
  • Basic soldering knowledge
  • Used appropriate tools such as torque machines, lifts, and other materials in alignment with safety protocols and industry best practices
  • Trained technician crew in testing, troubleshooting, repair, calibration, and the building and assembling of P.C and Apple equipment (hardware and software)
  • Transported and installed equipment for live events, including weddings and concerts
  • Integrated professional audio/video systems and provided technical assistance to resolve issues
  • Serviced and maintained all audiovisual systems according to project guidelines
  • Monitored and repaired range of equipment, including audio, video, and video conferencing systems
  • Followed specifications to pull and terminate cables
  • Assessed AV equipment, performing minor repairs to promote continued functionality
  • Delivered videoconference support through troubleshooting and testing
  • Managed day-to-day AV operations, supervising equipment removal and return
  • Evaluated circuit boards to component level using a variety of instruments to resolve issues
  • Utilized visual inspections, testing devices and computer software to diagnose malfunctioning electrical equipment
  • Checked functioning of new equipment to evaluate system performance
  • Spliced wires with knives to solder connections for fixtures, outlets, and equipment
  • Drilled holes for fixtures, outlet boxes, and fuse holders with electric drills and routers
  • Installed frameworks and conduit to connect wiring, control panels and junction boxes
  • Utilized industry best practices in pulling low-voltage cabling
  • Designed and installed custom audio-video systems to meet customers' unique requirements
  • Troubleshooting and diagnosing systems using speed, ping, and related tests
  • Installed, set up and repaired devices and system components
  • Established and modified networks and computers at church buildings
  • Movie theater/ Starbucks Shift Supervisor experience
  • Demonstrated ability to train, manage, and motivate teams to achieve the organizational objective
  • Implemented tasks and repeatable routines for improved speed in customer service activities
  • Balanced cash tills, prepared deposits, and managed the safe during shifts
  • Participated in monthly inventory counts and budgeting
  • Ordered and maintained inventory, stayed on top of supplies and materials by following peak trends to avoid excessive food waste and prepare for rushes and peak business periods
  • Provided basic maintenance on machines (popcorn/ espresso machines/ ice machines/ bean hoppers) and submitted requests when they were unable to repaired in house.

Education

Associate of Arts (A.A - Liberal Arts Chemistry background/ Chemistry

Saddleback College
Mission Viejo, CA
08.2010 - 05.2012

Bachelor's Degree (B.S) - Computer Science

University

Degree - Computer and Information Systems Security

Some College

High School Diploma -

San Clemente High School
San Clemente, CA
08.2005 - 05.2009

Skills

In-depth understanding of network conceptsundefined

Software

COMPTIA

CompTIA IT Fundamentals

Microsoft 360

Zoom/ video conferencing

Black Magic

Adobe cloud

Interests

Car modifications and customizations

PC building and custom liquid cooling

Chemistry

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote

I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.
Thomas Edison

Timeline

AV & IT Analyst

UCI Beall Applied Innovation
01.2022 - Current

Associate of Arts (A.A - Liberal Arts Chemistry background/ Chemistry

Saddleback College
08.2010 - 05.2012

Audio Visual Specialist

San Clemente Presbyterian Church
01.2008 - Current

High School Diploma -

San Clemente High School
08.2005 - 05.2009

Bachelor's Degree (B.S) - Computer Science

University

Degree - Computer and Information Systems Security

Some College
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