Audiovisual Tech / VTC Specialist
Posted on: 2010-02-14
VideoConference Specialist / Audiovisual Services
Strong foundation in video teleconferencing, conference room setup, audiovisual services, digital imaging, photography and computer applications; complemented by knowledge of the need for customer-focused service.
PROFESSIONAL PROFILEAudiovisual Technician, Abacus Technology, Kennedy Space Center, Oct 2008 - Present
Video Teleconferencing Specialist, InDyne, Inc., Kennedy Space Center, Jun 2003 – Oct 2008
Video Teleconferencing Coordinator, Ki, LCC, Patrick AFB, FL, Apr 2003 – Jun 2003
Video Teleconferencing Specialist, InDyne, Inc., Kennedy Space Center, Jul 1999 – Apr 2003
Lead Photographer and Video Teleconferencing Coordinator, Dwain Fletcher Co. and Akima Corporation (Visual Information Services Contractor) Patrick AFB, FL, March 1995 – July 1999
Visual Information Services Superintendent, Command Conference Room / Photographer/ Lab Technician / Air Force Technical Applications Center, Patrick AFB, FL, 1991 - 1995
RELEVANT SKILLS and EXPERIENCE
- Operate Videoconference and Collaborative Conference facilities at Kennedy Space Center in support of Shuttle Mission Activities, Executive and Administrative staff
- Setup microphones in large conference facilities, establish videoconference, test equipment, facilitate and technically troubleshoot conferences in progress
- Set-up and configure mobile videoconferencing equipment and test with the Network provider and other locations to ensure compatibly
- Experience with PolyCom Codecs, Creston and AMX Controller systems, and KIV-7 and KG-194 Encryption systems and familiar with Videoconferencing protocols
- Operate multi-point PictureTel Montage videoconference bridge
- Maintain Audiovisual equipment loan center including laptops, projectors, monitors, DVD/VHS players. Assist customers with operation of equipment or setup
- Based on customer requests, gather requirements, coordinate and schedule ISDN and IP conferences with NASA facilities, Contractors, Universities, DISA and the Network provider utilizing a NASA wide, online scheduling system
- Dialup audio or videoconference circuit, verify audio and video quality with network operator
- Operate multi sources including cameras, computers, video feeds and DVD or VHS playback
- Work closely with Launch Integration Office to gather conference communications requirements, coordinate multi-site participation through ViTS counterparts, schedule communication resources across multiple contract interfaces, in addition to actual conducting of the ViTS conferences for Launch/Landing Meetings
- Record events when requested on DVD or VHS; duplicate tapes as required
- Interface with all levels of NASA and Contractor management at KSC and distant locations
- Run reports to provide a detailed daily work schedule, notify customers via email of videoconference room location and update local webpage
- USAF Retired, previously held Top Secret/SCI clearance
Education / Training
B.A., Organizational Management, Warner Southern College
A.A.S., Audiovisual Production Services, Community College of the Air Force
CompTIA Network + Certified (May 2009)
Certified Videoconferencing Engineer – CVE (Nov 2005)
Thirty-six credit hours in Networking A.S., Brevard Community College
PictureTel Bridge Training (2003)
Advanced Management Course, (Air Force Academy, distinguished graduate, 1990)