Brendon Maldonado
Irvine
Summary
Dynamic AV/LED Video Wall Field Engineer with a proven track record at Planar Systems, excelling in complex installations and precision calibration. Renowned for exceptional troubleshooting skills and client relationship management, I deliver outstanding results in high-pressure environments, ensuring seamless video signal integrity and client satisfaction.
Overview
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Work History
AV / LED Video Wall Field Engineer
Planar Systems
- Current
- Install, configure, commission, and service commercial LED video wall systems for enterprise, broadcast, and large‑venue clients
- Perform pixel‑level diagnostics, module replacement, calibration, and color uniformity tuning
- Configure LED processors, controllers, and software platforms (including iSet / LEDVision environments)
- Troubleshoot video signal paths including SDI, HDMI, DisplayPort, fiber, and network‑based transport
- Interpret drawings, signal flow diagrams, and system documentation to execute installs accurately
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and client IT teams to resolve on‑site technical issues
- Provide on‑site client support, system walk‑throughs, and post‑install verification
- Maintain detailed service notes, punch lists, and commissioning documentation
- Work independently in time‑sensitive environments with minimal supervision
- Key Achievements: - Trusted for complex fine‑pitch LED wall deployments requiring precision calibration - Regularly assigned to troubleshooting and recovery scenarios due to strong diagnostic skills
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Entertainment & Hospitality
California State University, Fullerton
01.2020
Skills
- Commercial AV System Installation & Commissioning
- LED video wall installation
- Video signal troubleshooting
- System calibration
- Software programming
- LED Video Walls (Fine-Pitch & Direct-View LED)
- Signal Flow
- Video Processing
- Calibration
- Troubleshooting (Hardware, Software, Networking)
- AV over IP (Foundational Knowledge)
- Control Systems Exposure (Q-SYS, Crestron, Extron)
- Audio DSP Platforms Exposure (Biamp, Q-SYS)
- Audio Systems (DSP Basics, Signal Path, Gain Structure)
- Network Fundamentals (IP Addressing, VLAN Awareness, Switch Basics)
- Client-Facing Field Support & Documentation
- Safety Compliance
- Lift & Rigging Awareness
- Proficient in Brompton, ColorAdept, iSet
- Working in constructi
- Calibration and fine-tuning
- Client relationship management
- Blueprint reading
Websites
Certification
- Q-SYS Level 1 – Control & DSP (QSC), In Progress
- AVIXA CTS, In Progress
- CompTIA A+, In Progress
- OSHA / Jobsite Safety Awareness, if applicable
Relevant Technical Experience
- LED cabinet assembly, alignment, and mechanical integration
- Video wall controller setup, mapping, and scaling
- Basic networking for AV systems (static IPs, subnetting awareness, switch configuration concepts)
- Firmware updates, configuration backups, and system recovery
- Use of test equipment and software tools for diagnostics
References
- Jordan Pham from Avidex Lake Forest, CA
- Available upon request
Accomplishments
Won "Most Improved" Tech Award at Team Summit in 2023
Timeline
AV / LED Video Wall Field Engineer
Planar Systems
- Current
Bachelor of Arts - Entertainment & Hospitality
California State University, Fullerton