Confident Multimedia Designer and Technician with eye for engaging, interactive experiences. Dedicated professional with more than 10 years of professional and creative experience.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Video Designer
Freelance
01.2003 - Current
Projection/video design for art shows, music events, art installations and Theatre
Production and Post-production of video catered to specific events
Incorporation of various techniques including live input, keying, masking, overlay effects and projection mapping
Major project venues include Massey Hall, Nathan Philips Square, El Mocambo and The Carlu.
Produced original video content by working collaboratively with producers, designers, faculty and art specialists to facilitate multimedia production.
Assisted with setting up and breaking down equipment before and after events.
Developed creative approaches to video production to create unique and engaging content.
Driver and Warehouse Associate
North York Harvest Food Bank
08.2020 - Current
Work in a team delivering food to Member Agencies, Community Food Spaces and as well as special events
Responsible for daily meal delivery for Childcare and 'Before and After' programs
Biweekly delivery to Toronto Public Library Youth Hub and Lawrence Heights community food space hampers
Maintain daily and weekly pickups of food donations from grocery stores, corporate donors and food drives
Train staff and volunteers on assistance in deliveries
Ensuring Trello is up to date with current delivery instruction
Assisting with offsite special events.
Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
Video Technician
Westbury National Show Systems
01.2014 - 01.2020
Responsible for the installation, operation and tear down of video systems of all sizes, in various venues and environments for live events
Experience focusing projectors, setting up screens, dealing with various resolutions and signal conversion
Methodically troubleshooting technical challenges and demonstrating creative problem-solving skills
Supervising and maintaining a safe working environment while working within the requirements of the company's Health & Safety program and operational procedures
Working at heights, either in lifts or on ladders
Participating in safely loading and unloading of trucks carrying production equipment
Knowledge of conventional methods of building truss structures and mounting and rigging video equipment.
Provided technical support to event staff and presenters, reducing technical issues and delays.
Technical Assistant
OCAD University
01.2007 - 01.2010
Provided technical support for faculty and staff
Training faculty, staff and Students in a variety of desktop software suites
Coordinate hiring, training of new staff in all OCAD U student computer labs
Prepared technical presentations and other materials for faculty.
Set up and configured desktop computers, peripherals and email accounts for students, faculty and staff.
Researched common technology performance issues to assist with diagnoses.
Setup and assist in Podcast and various video conferencing platforms.
Managed the computer lab student monitors, as well as was responsible for the hiring and training of Student Monitors for OCAD U computer labs.
Education
Diploma of Fine Art, Integrated Media -
OCAD University
01.2005
Skills
Full G license with clean driving record
Fluent in Mac and PC computer systems
Setting up equipment
Video Editing
Digital asset management
Equipment Setup
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office Suite
Multimedia Presentations
Certificates And Training
Certificate of Completion/ Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Blended Learning, CPI, 2021