Christopher Blake-Ross
Network Consultant at F1 Consultancy LTD / LLC- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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CCNA
CiscoJul, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Cradlepoint Certified Network Associate
CradlepointJul, 2022- Nov, 2024
Experience
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F1 Consultancy LTD / LLC
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United Kingdom
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Information Technology & Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Network Consultant
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Sep 2019 - Present
In office-▪ Design network topography for events▪ Design the correct configurations required for events (dependant on region/event size etc)▪ Set up client devices with software, security and network capabilities.▪ Communicate with project managers, clients and external teams as required.▪ Worked as a key contact for Warner Bros equipment contract- organising equipment loan scheme, particularly in charge of maintaining inventory of loan equipment, and having devices prepped and ready to be delivered to strict schedules.▪ Work with the rest of the support teams to have a cohesive plan of action once on site for events.On-site-▪ Ran events as a solo key network engineer, in charge of a range of devices for the multi-day events. This ran from communicating with clients on site, setting up equipment and cabling, running diagnostics and trouble shooting throughout the event, and then ensuring all equipment is accounted for at the end of the job.▪ On larger events I would be working within a multi-skilled team, often taking a lead role for specific areas of the event (e.g. Keynote speakers/breakout rooms etc) with a team of assistants if required.▪ Building correct cabling and running them to ports as shown on event floor plans, whilst ensuring safety guidelines.▪ Build and support network devices for events from the core to wireless arrays.▪ Liaise with the in-house venue IT teams to ensure no overlap on network services whilst using their infrastructure.▪ Running network checks throughout the event to ensure ongoing quality of service.▪ Troubleshooting issues that may arise and ensuring swift resolutions to any errors.▪ Communicate with the larger team to maintain smooth running of the event, and assisting across areas as needed.
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Technical Consultant
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Oct 2016 - Sep 2019
In office- Responsible for preparing devices to client specifications for different events, including installation of software, wireless settings and security measures. Configuring network devices with templates supplied by network team. Would also troubleshoot any errors with equipment and update image files for user devices. Worked with a range of devices, from tablets and printers through to Microsoft surfaces and VR headsets.On site- Deploying devices, troubleshooting issues and supporting client needs. Would also run network cabling, monitor devices, run diagnostics, maintain equipment and inventory of all onsite devices.
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Logistics Assistant
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Oct 2015 - Oct 2016
Worked as part of a warehouse & inventory management team, both in office and on-site at events.In office- Picking equipment lists for events, recommending items to be included, ensuring stock was booked in and out correctly and performing stock takes.On site- Responsible for organization of equipment in designated areas, keeping track of stock & their users, and ensuring safe and documented transport logs.
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Marks and Spencer
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United Kingdom
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Store Operations Assistant
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Dec 2014 - Sep 2015
Worked across variety of areas, including as a front of house customer assistant serving customers & maintaining stock. Progressed to a store operations role, where tasks included stock taking, inventory management and receiving deliveries Worked across variety of areas, including as a front of house customer assistant serving customers & maintaining stock. Progressed to a store operations role, where tasks included stock taking, inventory management and receiving deliveries
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BCA (Berkshire College of Agriculture)
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United Kingdom
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Education Administration Programs
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100 - 200 Employee
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Administrative Assistant
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Sep 2014 - Sep 2014
Temp contract performing data entry and administration tasks. Tasks included sorting and updating student information in the college system, and filing and organising the paper copies of data. Temp contract performing data entry and administration tasks. Tasks included sorting and updating student information in the college system, and filing and organising the paper copies of data.
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CEVA Logistics
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France
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Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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700 & Above Employee
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Traffic Coordinator
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Jul 2010 - Jul 2014
Worked in this role for 3 consecutive Farnborough Air show events, with a zone management role in 2014. Main duties included directing and organizing traffic at the large car parks during the air show, including working with both the business representatives during the week and public at the weekends. Worked in this role for 3 consecutive Farnborough Air show events, with a zone management role in 2014. Main duties included directing and organizing traffic at the large car parks during the air show, including working with both the business representatives during the week and public at the weekends.
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Audio Engineer
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2013 - 2013
Duties included setting up and maintaining stage equipment including instrument and microphone set up and checks, and monitoring sound levels throughout performances. Closely working with management, conference speakers, and the bands to ensure a high quality of sound throughout the conference & events. Duties included setting up and maintaining stage equipment including instrument and microphone set up and checks, and monitoring sound levels throughout performances. Closely working with management, conference speakers, and the bands to ensure a high quality of sound throughout the conference & events.
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Education
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2011 - 2014
Buckinghamshire New University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Audio and Music Production -
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The Forest School Academy Trust
A Levels -
The Forest School Academy Trust
GCSE's, 10 A-D GCSE’s
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