Kristopher Yates

Information Technology Operations Manager at CreativeLive
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Emeryville, California, United States, US

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Credentials

  • Apple Certified Mac Hardware Technician
    GCX
    Nov, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • Apple Certified Mac Software Technician
    GCX
    Nov, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • Apple Certified Pro - Logic
    Apple Certifications
    Jan, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • Apple Certified Associate - iLife & iWork
    Apple Certifications
    Sep, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • Digidesign Pro Tools 6 Operator
    Future Rhythm
    Mar, 2006
    - Nov, 2024

Experience

    • United States
    • E-Learning Providers
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Information Technology Operations Manager
      • Jun 2019 - Present

    • AV & IT Specialist
      • Feb 2017 - Jan 2020

      -Deployed and maintained over 100 Apple laptops throughout company.-Managed network and clients on Cisco Meraki network systems.-Worked with post production team on Mac Pro optimization, XSAN configuration and archive.-Planned upgrade path for all systems company-wide, both Mac and Windows.-Configured and maintained Promise VTrak and Pegasus storage systems.-Ensured all office systems such as CFM, printers and HDMI distribution ran smoothly.

    • Broadcast Technician
      • Oct 2014 - Jan 2020

      -Routed camera, computer and mobile device video signals to broadcast via Panasonic live switcher.-Planned and verified proper video signal conversion for implementation into the house broadcast system on a per-workshop basis.-Directed live camera switching and content flow via NewTek TriCaster 8000.-Maintained a large number of AJA and Blackmagic converters, video cards and hubs.-Managed over 20 Mac systems’ hardware and software compatibility, stability and upgrade planning. -Designed and installed large SDI routing expansion in both studios. Show less

    • Audio Engineer
      • Aug 2013 - Jan 2020

      -Placed over 20 wireless lavaliere microphones on students, instructors and hosts on a daily basis.-Mixed live audio feed, ensuring proper gain staging and a commercially competitive broadcast signal.-Managed synchronization and clarity of multiple Sennheiser wireless systems.-Mixed separate monitor feeds for entire broadcast team.-Orchestrated audio switching when implementing a live video call into workshop broadcast.

    • Owner & Luthier
      • Jan 2020 - Present

      I design and build Mobius Guitars, mobiusguitars.com I design and build Mobius Guitars, mobiusguitars.com

    • United States
    • Computers and Electronics Manufacturing
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Genius
      • Nov 2009 - Aug 2013

      -Diagnosed and repaired Apple hardware and software systems. -Ensured customer satisfaction by finding an effective solution under any circumstance. -Performed multiple simultaneous data transfers between PC and Mac platforms regularly. -Excelled in training new members of the Genius team. -Trained students in both individual and group sessions on various software topics. -Diagnosed and repaired Apple hardware and software systems. -Ensured customer satisfaction by finding an effective solution under any circumstance. -Performed multiple simultaneous data transfers between PC and Mac platforms regularly. -Excelled in training new members of the Genius team. -Trained students in both individual and group sessions on various software topics.

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • A/V Equipment Administrator
      • Feb 2007 - Oct 2007

      - Database and equipment management - Performed maintenance and repairs on aging A/V gear - Database and equipment management - Performed maintenance and repairs on aging A/V gear

  • Roseland Theater
    • Portland, OR
    • House Staging Engineer
      • Jul 2006 - Jan 2007

      - Worked with national and internationally touring bands - Loaded / unloaded band’s gear and stage sets - Worked with national and internationally touring bands - Loaded / unloaded band’s gear and stage sets

Education

  • Art Institute of Seattle
    AA, Audio Production
    2007 - 2009
  • The Art Institute of Portland
    Digital Film and Video
    2006 - 2007

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