Shaneil Prasad
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Experienced professional with expertise in various aspects of business, including lead management and technical proficiency. Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to create a comfortable team environment while delivering high-quality work within tight timelines.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Project Manager / Operations Development Specialist
CampusTech
Edmonton, AB
01.2021 - Current
- Conducted technical reviews, managed staff, and ensured projects were completed under budget.
- Management of large-scale projects, which included coordination of labor, programmer scheduling, budget management, logistics management, site readiness, and client relationships.
- Responsible for managing the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control, and completion of specific AV systems integration projects.
- Operational process development, such as Technician Learning Plans, Employee training, and certification curriculum.
- Developed, implemented, and trained Installation standard best practices documentation.
- Installed and commissioned AV systems.
- Completed customer-facing training onsite.
Project Manager
AVI-SPL
Edmonton, AB
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Implemented multiple improvements to the internal Project Management process.
- Strategically positioning members of my team within projects to develop new skill sets and develop personal growth.
- Updated operational methods, oversaw accounting procedures, tracked information, and compiled data to improve efficiency.
- Executed on time management skills to ensure that projects were completed on schedule and on budget.
- Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones.
Service Manager - Lead Service Technician
AVI-SPL
Edmonton, AB
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Managed Service department for the Northern Alberta Region.
- Negotiated and executed tight timelines to assist customers with urgent troubleshooting issues.
- Leveraged a high level of technical knowledge to troubleshoot over the phone and/or schedule resources to resolve issues.
- Maintained a high level of customer service in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
- Developed a high proficiency in task management and task completion.
Lead Technician / Commissioning Specialist
AVI-SPL
Vancouver
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Developed a high technical proficiency in AV integration techniques and configuration.
- Advanced skills with hand and power tool operation.
- Perform and commission high-end audiovisual systems.
- Manage project schedule while leading small and large crews on site to achieve successful integrations.
- Performance of various audio and DSP programming.
Lead Audio Technician
PSAV
Vancouver, British Columbia
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Set up and operate audio equipment for live events, such as microphones, sound speakers, mixing boards, and digital recorders.
- Troubleshoot any technical issues with the audio equipment.
- Adjust sound levels to ensure optimal sound quality during recording sessions or live performances.
- Test audio systems before each event to make sure they are functioning properly.
- Calibrate audio systems to match the acoustics of the space in which they are being used.
Free Lance Audio Operator
Self Employed
Vancouver, British Columbia
01.2009 - 01.2015
- Set up and operate audio equipment for live events, such as microphones, mixers, amplifiers, sound systems, and related equipment.
- Provided technical support to performers before, during, and after shows as requested.
- Recorded rehearsals and performances onto multi-track recorders for archiving purposes.
- Calibrated recording devices to ensure optimal sound quality throughout an event.
Lead Hand Welder
ARMTEC
Vancouver, BC
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Trained, mentored and supervised junior staff members.
- Developed strategies for improving efficiency in the workplace.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times.
- Coordinated logistics for large orders or shipments.
- Provided guidance to team members on best practices for their tasks and duties.
Education
Professional Recording Arts -
Art Institute of Vancouver
01.2015
General Studies - Criminology Focus
Douglas College
01.2013
High School Diploma -
Delview Secondary School
01.2009
Skills
- Project Planning
- Requirements Gathering
- Client Relationship Management
- Client liaison
- Meeting participation
- Specification Review
- Hardware & software selection
- Acoustics enhancement
- Low-voltage cabling
- New Technology Integration
- Client Communication
- Results-Driven
- Transportation Management
- Event design
- Logistics Management
- Leadership capability
- Collaborative Leadership
Certification
- Certified Technology Specialist
- Qsys Level 2
- Dante Level 2
- PMI Certification (In Progress)
- Shure Masterclass Wireless
- Crestron DMC-RM-4K
- Extron Associate
Notable Projects
- Emily Carr Art School AV Build, Lead Technician, AVI-SPL Vancouver, 2015
- Chip and Shannon Wilson School of Design Campus AV Build, Lead Technician, AVI-SPL Vancouver, 2017
- Microsoft Gears of War Headquarters, Lead Technician, AVI-SPL Vancouver, 2017
- Forbes Five Star Gala, A1 Audio Technician, Freelance Audio Technician - Vancouver, 2015
- Alberta Justice Service Contract Manager, Service Manager, AVI-SPL Edmonton, 2019
- Loreal Fashion Week, Lead Technician, PSAV Vancouver, 2014
- Edmonton Public Library Interactive Video Wall, Lead Service Technician/Manager, AVI-SPL Edmonton, 2019
- Weworks Building AV Deployment, Lead Technician, AVI-SPL Vancouver, 2018
- Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo Jubilee AV Deployment, Project Manager, CampusTech Edmonton, 2023
- Salisbury Composite High School Gym AV System, Project Manager, CampusTech Edmonton, 2023
- 2010 Winter Olympics Medals Stage, Audio Technician, Freelance, 2010
- OHPAHO Secondary School Technology Integration, Project Manager, CampusTech Edmonton, 2024
- Kee Tas Kee Now Gym AV System Upgrade, Project Manager, CampusTech Edmonton, 2023
- Soul Decision Concert, Onstage Monitor Audio Tech, Freelance Audio Technician Vancouver, 2012
- Pemberton Music Festival, Onstage Monitor Audio Tech 2, Freelance Audio Technician Pemberton, 2015
- Microsoft Howe St Location AV Build, Lead Technician, AVI-SPL Vancouver, 2016
Timeline
Senior Project Manager / Operations Development Specialist
CampusTech
01.2021 - Current
Project Manager
AVI-SPL
01.2018 - 01.2021
Service Manager - Lead Service Technician
AVI-SPL
01.2015 - 01.2018
Lead Technician / Commissioning Specialist
AVI-SPL
01.2015 - 01.2018
Lead Audio Technician
PSAV
01.2013 - 01.2015
Free Lance Audio Operator
Self Employed
01.2009 - 01.2015
Lead Hand Welder
ARMTEC
01.2009 - 01.2012
Professional Recording Arts -
Art Institute of Vancouver
General Studies - Criminology Focus
Douglas College
High School Diploma -
Delview Secondary School