Mohammad Amin Ghafari
Thornhill,Canada
Summary
Audio, video, and lighting (AVL) technician with over 12 years of hands-on experience in both live event production and fixed system installations.. Highly skilled in setting up, configuring, and operating professional stage and media equipment, including stage lighting systems, video walls/media processors, and digital/analog audio systems (Midas, Yamaha, Digico).
Proven expertise in initial installation and setup of complete media systems for schools, universities, corporate offices, and government facilities, including precise measurement, structural planning, rigging, full wiring, and system integration.
Strong track record in managing complex technical logistics, performing front-of-house (FOH) mixing, and troubleshooting intricate technical issues under tight deadlines.
Consistently delivers high-quality, safety-focused results across diverse environments, including corporate events, educational institutions, and performance venues.
Actively seeking a role as an Audio-Visual Installer, Stage Technician, or Media Technician in Canada, with a focus on installation, setup, and operation of media and AV systems. Detail-oriented technician skilled in audio-visual equipment setup and troubleshooting. Proven ability to provide effective technical support and ensure seamless event execution.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Event Media Design (EMD)
Toronto, Canada
08.2024 - Current
- Equipment Setup: Responsible for setting up, testing, and operating sound systems (microphones, speakers, mixers), video equipment (cameras, projectors, screens), lighting systems, and other AV technology needed for events like conferences, weddings, and corporate meetings.
- Technical Support: Troubleshooting technical issues with audio and video equipment, ensuring smooth operation during the event, and providing technical assistance to event organizers or presenters.
- Lighting and Staging: Setting up and operating lighting systems to enhance the visual experience, creating appropriate lighting effects, and potentially assisting with staging and set design elements.
- Event Coordination: Working closely with event organizers to understand their AV needs, ensuring equipment is properly positioned and configured, and coordinating with other technical staff.
- Skills: Attention to Detail, Organizational and Time Management, Adaptability and Flexibility, Physical Stamina.
Technical Support Engineer
Fartin AV
03.2022 - Current
- Provided technical support for audio-visual systems and equipment troubleshooting.
- Assisted customers in resolving software and hardware issues efficiently.
- Documented support interactions and solutions in the ticketing system.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance customer service protocols.
- Trained new staff on technical support procedures and best practices.
- Diagnosed technical problems using diagnostic tools and methodologies.
- Developed user guides for common troubleshooting scenarios and solutions.
- Engaged with vendors to ensure timely parts replacement and service delivery.
- Provided support via remote desktop software, diagnosing customer issues over private and public networks.
- Provided technical support to customers by troubleshooting and resolving hardware and software issues.
- Resolved complex technical problems through root cause analysis techniques.
Installer
Selm Academy
Newmarket, Ontario
05.2025 - 04.2026
- Installed educational equipment in classrooms and training facilities.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and safety.
- Assisted in troubleshooting installation issues during setup processes.
- Followed safety protocols while handling installation materials and tools.
- Provided support in training staff on new equipment usage.
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand installation requirements.
- Documented installation processes for future reference and training purposes.
- Maintained inventory of supplies, materials and tools to complete work on job sites.
- Removed systems and fixtures to prepare for replacements.
- Followed building standards and codes during unit installations.
- Performed troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve system issues.
Installer
IMAM ALI MOSQUE
11.2024 - 01.2025
- Installed educational equipment in classrooms and training facilities.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and safety.
- Assisted in troubleshooting installation issues during setup processes.
- Followed safety protocols while handling installation materials and tools.
- Provided support in training staff on new equipment usage.
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand installation requirements.
- Documented installation processes for future reference and training purposes.
- Maintained inventory of supplies, materials and tools to complete work on job sites.
Installer
IMAMA MAHDI MOSQUE
Thornhill, ON
09.2022 - 10.2022
- Installed educational equipment in classrooms and training facilities.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and safety.
- Assisted in troubleshooting installation issues during setup processes.
- Followed safety protocols while handling installation materials and tools.
- Provided support in training staff on new equipment usage.
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand installation requirements.
- Documented installation processes for future reference and training purposes.
- Maintained inventory of supplies, materials and tools to complete work on job sites.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Live Performance, Mixing & Masteri
Sound City
Tehran,Iran08-2019
Associates Degree - Sound Engineering
University of Tehran Markaz
Skills
- Precision and accuracy
- Organizational expertise
- Effective time management
- Adaptability skills
- Physical endurance
- Audio equipment setup
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Lighting design implementation
- Audio equipment operation
- Video production techniques
- Calm under pressure
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Documentation practices
- Vendor engagement
- Inventory management
Certification
WHMIS 2015 and Working at Heights
Timeline
Installer
Selm Academy
05.2025 - 04.2026
Installer
IMAM ALI MOSQUE
11.2024 - 01.2025
Event Media Design (EMD)
08.2024 - Current
Installer
IMAMA MAHDI MOSQUE
09.2022 - 10.2022
Technical Support Engineer
Fartin AV
03.2022 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Live Performance, Mixing & Masteri
Sound City
Associates Degree - Sound Engineering
University of Tehran Markaz