CRAIG CANARIO

Contracted engineering lead for massive relocation from dispersed small offices to a centralized campus for Snap Inc.

• Coordinated the integration and upgrade of video conferencing and production systems.
• Primary point of contact for purchase and delivery of small scale post-occupancy projects initiated by inter-organizational leads.
• Acted as a high-level troubleshooting and support staff during day to day operations.

Managed and coordinated the design and implementation of AV systems during construction, renovation, and remediation projects.

• Key stakeholder for expanding Snap Inc.'s video conferencing footprint from less than 200 systems to nearly 1200 conference rooms globally.
• Strategized and standardized video conferencing operations, primarily at the Santa Monica, CA headquarters and all other North American facilities.
• Purchasing and delivery point-of-contact for projects supporting video editing, video production, event operation, and conferencing technology.
• Project manager for AV systems integration, overseeing low-voltage, and construction teams for final delivery to client.
• High-level troubleshooting and support staff during day to day operations.

Los Angeles and Southern California field support

• Performed maintenance and repair on Digital cinema projection systems, networked media equipment, and digital signage.
• Examined equipment and assemblies, and performed field testing and calibration.
• Provided customer service by investigating and resolving issues regarding quality, tolerances, specifications, and delivered condition of products.

Promoted from the first tier Audio Visual Technician, this position expanded on all program based responsibilities.

• Developed departmental priorities with the Manager of Audio Visual, by upgrading systems, managing inventories, and furthering interdepartmental strategies.
• Trained technicians and implemented new initiatives in digital asset creation and management.
• Recorded and provided post-production on digital projects for internal and patron facing platforms.
• Worked with exhibition staff to install and maintain media equipment in the museum galleries.

• Operated and supported audio visual equipment for museum programs and functions, ensuring seamless execution of events.
• Delivered, set up, and operated audio visual equipment for lectures, seminars, and events, enhancing the overall participant experience.

Managed inventory of theatrical rigging, computer peripherals, and consumable supplies for efficient distribution to event crews and production staff.

• Functioned as the primary contact for pricing and procurement of new supplies and specialty items.
• Assisted warehouse manager with shipping & receiving and oversaw vehicle maintenance and facility upkeep.
• Held concurrently with AIC A/V Technician I.

• Managed facilities and inventory for timely shipment fulfillment.
• Assembled and repaired catalytic heaters and ovens, ensuring quality for client purchase and in-house use.
• Operated powder coating spray systems and ovens to prepare MDF for production.

• Managed facilities and inventory for CNC machine fabrication shop, preparing shipments for external clients.
• Executed finishing processes to align fabricated objects with client specifications.