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WAYNE WALKER

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Highly-skilled Audio Video & Low Voltage Technician with 20+ years of expertise installing, operating, testing and troubleshooting audio/video equipment and IT cabling infrastructure. Solid experience with multi-room systems setup and advanced understanding of audio visual & security system programming and design. Specializes in high-end electronic integration in residential and commercial settings, well organized and adept at balancing a range of tasks.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

ON SET DRESSER

LAW & ORDER - NBCUniversal
03.2014 - 09.2022
  • Sourced required props and materials to dress sets for film productions.
  • Followed production designs and met challenging timelines.
  • Organized and attended meetings to discuss project status and brief new projects.
  • Kept sets and props maintained for duration of production.
  • Constructed, assembled and placed large set pieces.

Technical Lead

RON INFORMATATION & SECURITY SYSTEMS
01.2019 - 09.2021
  • Evaluated and adopted new technologies to address changing industry needs.
  • Pull, Terminate and Test cables from end to end.
  • Installation of phone, CCTV and computer network infrastructure.
  • Troubleshoot system issues and implemented resolutions to reduce downtime.

LEAD Low Voltage Technician

DCS SYSTEMS
06.2010 - 08.2015
  • Reviewed blueprints and project specifications ahead of time to fully understand all key details of job.
  • Identified problematic components and wiring issues and applied troubleshooting techniques.
  • Trained newly hired technicians on proper installation of low voltage wiring systems.
  • Completed and submitted job tracking to supervisors to cover expenses and labor hours.
  • Successfully managed multiple projects and several work teams on consistent basis.
  • Demonstrated system use, maintenance and care to customers.
  • Mounted panels for motion detectors, keypads and controls.
  • Installed and serviced various security, fire alarm and closed circuit TV systems for both residential and business clientele.
  • Used information in technical diagrams, schematics, and manuals to understand operations and make successful repairs.
  • Estimated numerical length of runs during new service installations.
  • Revamped systems and upgraded wiring, software's and drives to handle changing needs.

LEAD Cable Puller

TECH SYSTEMS
11.2008 - 01.2009
  • Installed and managed cables for business facilities.
  • Dressed, terminated and tested cables and components.
  • Performed work in buildings, attics, basements and crawl spaces.

LEAD Low Voltage Cable Technician

CABLES AND CHIPS
02.2008 - 01.2009
  • Installed and serviced various security and closed circuit TV systems for both residential and business clientele.
  • Identified problematic components and wiring issues and applied troubleshooting techniques.
  • Responded to service requests during and after business hours.
  • Completed and submitted job tracking to supervisors to cover expenses and labor hours.
  • Cable installation and termination for phone and computer network infrastructure.
  • Cable installation for TV Audio equipments services in Hotels, Bars/Clubs, and residential.
  • Located and repaired line faults to maintain existing network without causing signal failure interruptions.

Video Playback - EPK

CITYCAM
06.2005 - 01.2007
  • Inspected and prepared video tapes, discs and packages for screenings and maintained film print and soundtrack in best possible condition to optimize viewing.
  • Tuned playback systems to deliver audio experiences surpassing customer expectations.
  • Successfully conveyed story through compelling long- and short-form videos.

Video Editor/Playback

CAMERA PLANET
08.2002 - 09.2003
  • Evaluated and selected scenes for pacing, entertainment value, and continuity, trim shots and edit content.
  • Understood director's artistic vision and maintained alignment with vision throughout editing process.
  • Organized assets by collecting data from camera media, transcoding video, and audio files and managing file backup to digital asset management system.
  • Delivered edits with multiple camera angle choices.

Audio Engineer

CHUN KING
03.1997 - 04.1999
  • Prepared for recording sessions by selecting and setting up microphones.
  • Enhanced sound quality and added various sound effects to recordings.
  • Separated instruments, vocals, and peripheral sounds and mixed during post-production stage.
  • Collaborated with artists, producers and engineers to create audio recordings.
  • Mixed and edited audio for live and recording events.
  • Operated and troubleshot sound systems for various events.
  • Set up, maintained and operated audio recording equipment and performed troubleshooting when necessary.

Audio Engineer

POWER PLAY
10.1996 - 02.1998
  • Prepared for recording sessions by selecting and setting up microphones.
  • Enhanced sound quality and added various sound effects to recordings.
  • Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements and music compositions, optimized songs, and albums.
  • Regulated volume level and sound quality during recording sessions.

Skills

  • Audio Post-Production
  • Audio & Studio Set Up Arrangement
  • Cisco Proficiency
  • Remote Audio & IT Support
  • New Technology Integration
  • Equipment Testing
  • Script Interpretation
  • Space Planing
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Problem-Solving Abilities
  • Team Collaboration
  • Adaptability

CERTIFICATIONS

BICSI Certification

OSHA Certified

Aerial Lift Certified, OSHA standard

Audio Engineering Certification

Timeline

Technical Lead

RON INFORMATATION & SECURITY SYSTEMS
01.2019 - 09.2021

ON SET DRESSER

LAW & ORDER - NBCUniversal
03.2014 - 09.2022

LEAD Low Voltage Technician

DCS SYSTEMS
06.2010 - 08.2015

LEAD Cable Puller

TECH SYSTEMS
11.2008 - 01.2009

LEAD Low Voltage Cable Technician

CABLES AND CHIPS
02.2008 - 01.2009

Video Playback - EPK

CITYCAM
06.2005 - 01.2007

Video Editor/Playback

CAMERA PLANET
08.2002 - 09.2003

Audio Engineer

CHUN KING
03.1997 - 04.1999

Audio Engineer

POWER PLAY
10.1996 - 02.1998
WAYNE WALKER