IT Manager
IT Operations – Production – Broadcasting – IT Disaster Recovery
Flexible, proactive IT Manager with over 15 years of experience specializing in IT infrastructure management, production workflows, disaster recovery, and broadcasting technologies. Adept at designing and maintaining robust IT systems to ensure operational efficiency, scalability, and security. A self-starter with a collaborative leadership style, skilled at building innovative teams and fostering environments that drive success.
Strives toward continuous process improvement, focusing on scalable solutions, risk mitigation, and efficient project execution. Demonstrates expertise in strategic planning, including research, cost analysis, proposals, and stakeholder engagement. Proficient in remote support and cross-functional collaboration to align IT strategies with creative and business goals.
A true measure of understanding is the ability to explain in a way everyone can understand.
With over a decade of IT experience ranging from time-sensitive media productions to helping local startups make the most of every penny. I've learned no one knows everything, and it's more about having the passion for learning, the ability to evolve, and a network of resources that determine how fast a problem is solved..
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Key Competencies & Skills
Start-ups • Compliance • IT Operations • Broadcasting Technologies • Team Building & Leadership • Budget Management • Project Planning & Execution • Scalability • Service Management • System Architecture • Efficiency Monitoring • IT & Data Security • Risk Mitigation • Network Administration • Vendor Management • Policies & Procedures Improvement • Automation • Disaster Recovery • Communication • Collaboration
Apple: • Tiger through Sonoma • iOS Linux: • Debian • Ubuntu • CentOS • Mint Windows: Other: • Android • VMware vSphere • Untangle • pfSense • StorNext • Quantum Networking Protocols: • HTTP • HLS • RTMP • SRT • RTSP • SMB • AFP • FTP |Services: • AWS • GitHub • Aspera • Signiant • FileCatalyst • Slack • Trello • Asana • Airtable • FreshBooks • HelloBonsai Hardware: • Cisco • Brocade • Peplink • Ubiquiti • Eero • SuperMicro • DOTHILL Assured SAN • EchoStreams FlacheSAN • Codex Vault XL • Mac Pro • iMac • MacBook Pro • iPad • iPhone • AppleTV • Sonnet Expansion Chassis • Teradek • CineVue Software: • MS Office Suite • Google Workspace • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop • Illustrator • Premiere) • Affinity • Final Cut Pro • DaVinci Resolve • LiveGrade • Silverstack • YoYotta • vMix • Ecamm Security Tools: • OnePassword • LastPass • YubiKey
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Current Chapter
IT Manger at Setnet, Burbank CA
Collaborate with filmmakers to bridge gap between set and production. Create custom data workflow designed to give each project required tools to deliver final product while maintaining creative control on set. Communicate decisions through postproduction pipeline. Pioneer, manage, and maintain the implementation of DIT data management and services. Provide R&D and testing for every situation, from software to hardware, sprinter vans to DIT carts, VPNs to server racks and everything in between. Drive pandemic pivot to allow remote management, programming, and design across bounded cellular Peplinks and remote camera control.
Life Moments
Sukeban Wrestling Live!
I had the thrilling opportunity to serve as the transmission engineer for the Sukeban Japanese Wrestling Show at the Trinity Hotel in Los...
Capturing Hope: Zack Snyder and AFSP's 'A Talk Away the Dark' Event
The ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena became a beacon of hope and awareness as it hosted "A Talk Away the Dark," a pivotal panel...
Inside the Engine Room: Powering Vinivia's Big Night with Cutting-Edge Tech
On the 4th of April, 2024, nestled within the vibrant walls of Optimist Studios in Los Angeles, the Vinivia Awards unfolded not just as a...
Bringing the Game to the World: The Role of a The Unsung Heroes of Live Sports: A Transmission Engineer's Take on the Argentina vs. Costa Rica Match
As a transmission engineer during the Argentina vs. Costa Rica friendly match at the Los Angeles Coliseum, my role was pivotal in ensuring...
The Tech That Powered 27K Views: Behind the Scenes of the Guilty Gear Mega Event!
The Arc World Tour Finals 2023 stood out as a pinnacle of competitive gaming within the Guilty Gear community, marked by unforgettable...
Bringing the Oscars to You: Engineering the Ultimate Watch Party Stream
When tasked with bringing the glamour of the Oscars to an exclusive watch party, our journey involved a blend of technology, innovation, and...
MHSOAC in Napa: Streaming Corporate Meetings Unveiled
As the Technical Director for the MHSOAC (Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission) corporate meeting held in Napa,...
Committing to the Apple Vision Pro: A Story of Tech Exploration
Welcome to my deep dive into the Apple Vision Pro, a journey that's not just about experiencing a groundbreaking piece of technology, but...
Inside CCRE: Exploring Streaming Online Meetings for Real Estate
As the Technical Director for a live event hosted by the Center for California Real Estate (CCRE), my role was instrumental in ensuring a...
Engineering Excellence Behind the Scenes at the 2024 Tournament of Roses: A Network Engineer's Account
Amidst the grandeur of the 2024 Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, my focus was on ensuring flawless transmission and technical...
Inside the MHSOAC: Behind-the-Scenes of Mental Health Oversight
I recently had the privilege of serving as the Director at the Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (MHSOAC)...
Embracing the Future: Tesla Model Y
I'm thrilled to share that I've recently become the proud owner of my second Tesla, a remarkable Model Y. Building upon my previous...
Embarking on the College Journey: Nurturing the Dreams of a Future Writer and Artist
As a new chapter dawns upon our family, I find myself both excited and nostalgic as my eldest child takes the monumental step into college...
Pioneering On-Set Communication: Developing a Remote-Controlled Tally Light for SetNet
In the fast-paced and highly coordinated world of film and television production, maintaining clear and precise communication between...
Navigating the Waves of Live Streaming: My Journey at the Mobies
Imagine being tasked with the responsibility of ensuring that a high-stakes, globally watched event like the Mobies doesn't just reach...
Elevate Your Adventure: Discover Family Bonding and Fun Like Thomas and His Sons by Renting a Onewheel GT or Pint X
In a world where technology meets outdoor adventure, a unique and thrilling experience awaits those eager to explore the exhilarating world...
Bringing 360 Videos Back to iOS Exclusively for ThirdLaw: The PlatePros Story
When Apple phased out the 360 video viewing feature from Safari, it posed a significant challenge for those of us dedicated to providing...
Inside Zavala Law Firm: Mastering Apple Device Maintenance with Expert Care
At Zavala Law Firm, the high-paced legal world demands technology that keeps up with the swift pace of justice. As their dedicated tech...
Meeting Client Needs with the 360CraneCam Switcher: A Development Story
Imagine you're on the back of a moving follow car, a crane towering above you, with a 360° camera array perched on top. Your mission? To...
The Challenge: ThirdLaw needed a robust, responsive system to switch camera views on the fly—on the back of a moving vehicle, no less....
Content CrafterMastering the Stream: The Tech Behind Multi-Destination Broadcasting for Golden Boy Boxing
In the fast-paced world of boxing promotions, delivering live content to a global audience across multiple platforms is a task that demands...