James Bengel
Senior Project Manager - Audio Video at Systems Innovation- Claim this Profile
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Josh Guertin, CTS,CTS-I
I worked alongside James for a couple of years on AV jobs of all sizes. James proved himself to be knowledgeable, and adaptable to any situation or design, no matter the complexity. James is very skilled with designing systems that are guaranteed to exceed client expectations. I would highly recommend James for any design needs.
Josh Guertin, CTS,CTS-I
I worked alongside James for a couple of years on AV jobs of all sizes. James proved himself to be knowledgeable, and adaptable to any situation or design, no matter the complexity. James is very skilled with designing systems that are guaranteed to exceed client expectations. I would highly recommend James for any design needs.
Josh Guertin, CTS,CTS-I
I worked alongside James for a couple of years on AV jobs of all sizes. James proved himself to be knowledgeable, and adaptable to any situation or design, no matter the complexity. James is very skilled with designing systems that are guaranteed to exceed client expectations. I would highly recommend James for any design needs.
Josh Guertin, CTS,CTS-I
I worked alongside James for a couple of years on AV jobs of all sizes. James proved himself to be knowledgeable, and adaptable to any situation or design, no matter the complexity. James is very skilled with designing systems that are guaranteed to exceed client expectations. I would highly recommend James for any design needs.
Credentials
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Astronaut Training Experience
NASA - National Aeronautics and Space AdministrationMar, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
DM-NVX
Crestron ElectronicsSep, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Dante L1
AudinateAug, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
Advanced Control Training - Alcorn McBride
Alcorn McBride -
Yamaha Digital Consoles with Dante
Yamaha Corporation of America
Experience
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Systems Innovation
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United States
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Project Manager - Audio Video
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Sep 2023 - Present
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Crunchy Tech
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United States
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Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Account Executive
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Oct 2021 - Sep 2023
Audio Video Account Executive specializing in concept creation to design and installation of large scale audio video systems in the connected 48 states. Audio Video Account Executive specializing in concept creation to design and installation of large scale audio video systems in the connected 48 states.
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Wired Technologies Group
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United States
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Computers and Electronics Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sales Engineer
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Dec 2019 - Oct 2021
Sales Engineering in the A/V industry. Working knowledge of control system and audio DSP configuration software, video conferencing, video switcher setup software, etc. Performs a thorough needs analysis of client facilities to achieve technical goals Interfaces with stakeholders and builds commercial relationships Builds relationships with manufacturers and vendors Sales Engineering in the A/V industry. Working knowledge of control system and audio DSP configuration software, video conferencing, video switcher setup software, etc. Performs a thorough needs analysis of client facilities to achieve technical goals Interfaces with stakeholders and builds commercial relationships Builds relationships with manufacturers and vendors
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ZIO
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United States
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Information Technology & Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Audio/Video Solutions Engineer
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Aug 2018 - Dec 2019
-Performs a thorough needs analysis of client facilities to achieve technical goals -Creates unique AV designs -Produces technical drawings as well as material and labor documents that include scopes of work with technical narratives -Produces complete technical proposals at both the Scope & Budget and Quote stages -Technical resource during presentation and installation phases -Research and development of new products and vendors -Interfaces with stakeholders and builds… Show more -Performs a thorough needs analysis of client facilities to achieve technical goals -Creates unique AV designs -Produces technical drawings as well as material and labor documents that include scopes of work with technical narratives -Produces complete technical proposals at both the Scope & Budget and Quote stages -Technical resource during presentation and installation phases -Research and development of new products and vendors -Interfaces with stakeholders and builds commercial relationships -Builds relationships with manufacturers and vendors Show less -Performs a thorough needs analysis of client facilities to achieve technical goals -Creates unique AV designs -Produces technical drawings as well as material and labor documents that include scopes of work with technical narratives -Produces complete technical proposals at both the Scope & Budget and Quote stages -Technical resource during presentation and installation phases -Research and development of new products and vendors -Interfaces with stakeholders and builds… Show more -Performs a thorough needs analysis of client facilities to achieve technical goals -Creates unique AV designs -Produces technical drawings as well as material and labor documents that include scopes of work with technical narratives -Produces complete technical proposals at both the Scope & Budget and Quote stages -Technical resource during presentation and installation phases -Research and development of new products and vendors -Interfaces with stakeholders and builds commercial relationships -Builds relationships with manufacturers and vendors Show less
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JLL - Leidos Account
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Orlando, Florida Area
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Conference Coordinator - AV Specialist
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Feb 2017 - Aug 2018
-Facilities AV Specialist and Coordinator, Live Event AV - multiple properties in Florida with clientele such as the CEO and the board of directors. -Systems Integration, AV equipment installation and configuration -Digital signage management -End User Client Support while in the video conferencing facilities -project leadership and involvement -Leidos Account- -Facilities AV Specialist and Coordinator, Live Event AV - multiple properties in Florida with clientele such as the CEO and the board of directors. -Systems Integration, AV equipment installation and configuration -Digital signage management -End User Client Support while in the video conferencing facilities -project leadership and involvement -Leidos Account-
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Universal Orlando Resort
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Entertainment Providers
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700 & Above Employee
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Show Systems Technician
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Jun 2016 - Feb 2017
● Performs routine inspections and preventative maintenance towards resort A/V systems, major theme park ride operation AV, projection systems, surveillance systems, laser systems, and network systems. ● Responsible for analysis and diagnosis of systems and components to provide immediate and long term solutions that will improve operational reliability. ● Performs modifications to audio/video equipment as directed by management or engineering; performs diagnostics and repairs to all… Show more ● Performs routine inspections and preventative maintenance towards resort A/V systems, major theme park ride operation AV, projection systems, surveillance systems, laser systems, and network systems. ● Responsible for analysis and diagnosis of systems and components to provide immediate and long term solutions that will improve operational reliability. ● Performs modifications to audio/video equipment as directed by management or engineering; performs diagnostics and repairs to all audio/visual equipment as assigned. Show less ● Performs routine inspections and preventative maintenance towards resort A/V systems, major theme park ride operation AV, projection systems, surveillance systems, laser systems, and network systems. ● Responsible for analysis and diagnosis of systems and components to provide immediate and long term solutions that will improve operational reliability. ● Performs modifications to audio/video equipment as directed by management or engineering; performs diagnostics and repairs to all… Show more ● Performs routine inspections and preventative maintenance towards resort A/V systems, major theme park ride operation AV, projection systems, surveillance systems, laser systems, and network systems. ● Responsible for analysis and diagnosis of systems and components to provide immediate and long term solutions that will improve operational reliability. ● Performs modifications to audio/video equipment as directed by management or engineering; performs diagnostics and repairs to all audio/visual equipment as assigned. Show less
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Walt Disney World
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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700 & Above Employee
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Entertainment Crew Chief / Technician
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Apr 2012 - May 2016
Jedi Training: Trials of The Temple - 2015 Install Assisted Disney Creative Entertainment with the AV installation and rehearsal of a new Star Wars offering at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Daily operation A1, A2, and deck technicians as well as stage trainer and facility crew chief backfill. Entertainment Audio Central Technician Disney Performing Arts Relief Crew Chief - 2015 season -Melody Gardens - EPCOT -Waterside Stage - Downtown Disney -fountain view stage… Show more Jedi Training: Trials of The Temple - 2015 Install Assisted Disney Creative Entertainment with the AV installation and rehearsal of a new Star Wars offering at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Daily operation A1, A2, and deck technicians as well as stage trainer and facility crew chief backfill. Entertainment Audio Central Technician Disney Performing Arts Relief Crew Chief - 2015 season -Melody Gardens - EPCOT -Waterside Stage - Downtown Disney -fountain view stage Audio - EPCOT Varsity Cheer Audio lead - 2015 install -Arena North - ESPN sports complex -Arena South - ESPN sports complex Wine and Dine Half Marathon Audio Crew Chief - start line (2014) Interim Facilities Crew Chief and technical lead - Jedi Training Academy Interim Facilities Crew Chief and technical lead - Mulch Sweat and Shears Relief Crew Chief - Icon Mulch Sweat and Shears Backup Crew Chief - Jedi Training Academy Trainer A1 A2 Props - Jedi Training Academy Trainer Icon A2 Mulch Sweat and Shears American Idol Experience A1 and A2 Frozen Sing-a-Long Stage Show -A1 and A2 Trainer - A1 and A2 - Frozen Event and show technical lead and assist props technician Osborn Family Spectacle Of Dancing Lights electrics, audio, dmx, coms, and glow with the show ears installation. Osborn Family Spectacle Of Dancing Lights relief Crew Chief. Braves Spring Training Audio Lead Show less Jedi Training: Trials of The Temple - 2015 Install Assisted Disney Creative Entertainment with the AV installation and rehearsal of a new Star Wars offering at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Daily operation A1, A2, and deck technicians as well as stage trainer and facility crew chief backfill. Entertainment Audio Central Technician Disney Performing Arts Relief Crew Chief - 2015 season -Melody Gardens - EPCOT -Waterside Stage - Downtown Disney -fountain view stage… Show more Jedi Training: Trials of The Temple - 2015 Install Assisted Disney Creative Entertainment with the AV installation and rehearsal of a new Star Wars offering at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Daily operation A1, A2, and deck technicians as well as stage trainer and facility crew chief backfill. Entertainment Audio Central Technician Disney Performing Arts Relief Crew Chief - 2015 season -Melody Gardens - EPCOT -Waterside Stage - Downtown Disney -fountain view stage Audio - EPCOT Varsity Cheer Audio lead - 2015 install -Arena North - ESPN sports complex -Arena South - ESPN sports complex Wine and Dine Half Marathon Audio Crew Chief - start line (2014) Interim Facilities Crew Chief and technical lead - Jedi Training Academy Interim Facilities Crew Chief and technical lead - Mulch Sweat and Shears Relief Crew Chief - Icon Mulch Sweat and Shears Backup Crew Chief - Jedi Training Academy Trainer A1 A2 Props - Jedi Training Academy Trainer Icon A2 Mulch Sweat and Shears American Idol Experience A1 and A2 Frozen Sing-a-Long Stage Show -A1 and A2 Trainer - A1 and A2 - Frozen Event and show technical lead and assist props technician Osborn Family Spectacle Of Dancing Lights electrics, audio, dmx, coms, and glow with the show ears installation. Osborn Family Spectacle Of Dancing Lights relief Crew Chief. Braves Spring Training Audio Lead Show less
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PSAV
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United States
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Events Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Freelance Event Technician
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Feb 2012 - Feb 2013
Freelance trade-show, event and stage audio support and installation. On all spot operator Freelance trade-show, event and stage audio support and installation. On all spot operator
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Dreamland Productions
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Orlando, Florida Area
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Freelance stage technician
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Feb 2012 - Apr 2012
Show installation and operation of interactive dinner theatre. Show installation and operation of interactive dinner theatre.
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Carnival Cruise Line
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Travel Arrangements
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700 & Above Employee
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Audio Video Technician
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Jan 2011 - Feb 2012
Installation maintenance and repair of live broadway/Vegas style stage show tech as well as maintenance and support of all sub lounges and bars. -Audio lead on Carnival Triumph and Carnival Sensation -event installation, operation and support -technical assist in other disciplines -Kid Rock charter cruise support -handover, comedy club and Super Star Live technical trainer Installation maintenance and repair of live broadway/Vegas style stage show tech as well as maintenance and support of all sub lounges and bars. -Audio lead on Carnival Triumph and Carnival Sensation -event installation, operation and support -technical assist in other disciplines -Kid Rock charter cruise support -handover, comedy club and Super Star Live technical trainer
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Walt Disney World
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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700 & Above Employee
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Intern Photographer
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Jun 2010 - Jan 2011
College Program and seasonal photographer for Walt Disney Parks and Resorts College Program and seasonal photographer for Walt Disney Parks and Resorts
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iHeartMedia / Clear Channel
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Dayton, Ohio Area
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Broadcast Technician/Producer
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Mar 2004 - Jun 2010
Show/audio producer as well as commercial "spot" producer and voice talent. Event and remote broadcast technician, sports broadcast technician. Board Op trainer. Show/audio producer as well as commercial "spot" producer and voice talent. Event and remote broadcast technician, sports broadcast technician. Board Op trainer.
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N2GB
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Dayton, Ohio Area
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Contract audio technician
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Jan 2002 - Jun 2010
Audio operation and installation - church of incarnation and outside event support Audio operation and installation - church of incarnation and outside event support
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Education
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Wright State University / Sinclair
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Springboro Highschool