Post Production Engineer

• Oct 2022 - Present

Support Engineer

• Aug 2021 - Sep 2022

Providing engineering support across picture and audio departments. Including but don't limited to:Avid Media composerAvid Nexis and ISISDante Audio NetworksAutodesk Flame AdministrationFilmlight Baselight AdministrationDCI projectors Providing engineering support across picture and audio departments. Including but don't limited to:Avid Media composerAvid Nexis and ISISDante Audio NetworksAutodesk Flame AdministrationFilmlight Baselight AdministrationDCI projectors

Full Support Engineer

• Apr 2019 - Aug 2021

Experienced and dedicated engineer, providing 1st and 2nd line support as well deploying and maintaining computer hardware and software systems on a companywide level. Within this role my duty’s and experience includes:• Supporting multiple AAA titles from development to release, with many currently in active development.• Planning and undertaking the research and assessment of emerging technologies for use across the wider department, including advising and influencing adoption plans and delivering proof of concepts.• Exploring the technology, data and security, risk, and impact assessment of new technologies feeding into change advisory governance as needed and provide expert guidance on when new updates should be deployed and the wider business impact.• Work independently, having a high level of disciplined self-management and ownership of issues.• Analyse highly complex technical issues and advising solutions, given sometimes conflicting requirements and identify best fit to meet business and game development needs.• Contribute to problem solving discussions at cross-department technical and enterprise architecture forums, identifying best-fit solutions.

Digital Cinema Mastering Engineer

• Dec 2016 - Apr 2019

Motion Pictures Solutions (MPS) is a leading international film services company, providing end-to-end solutions at all stages in the field of theatrical film delivery. From 24/7 post-production and mastering through to secure electronic distribution, KDM delivery, live event management, creative services and specialist technical consultancy, MPS offers distributors, exhibitors and industry partners a culture of innovation, a high level of expertise and fast turnaround times. The main client Is Universal Pictures International. Most recently projects have included Day-and-Date releases of Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, Wreck it Ralph 2 and the new animated The Grinch. Planning and organisation is a crucial part of my role. I have an in depth understanding of industry related workflows, and liaise on a daily basis with Producers and the data-ingest team through to Quality assurance and delivery departments, to ensure that projects are delivered on time and to a high standard. Within this role my key responsibilities and skills included:. DCP Creation of 2D & 3D content, Repackaging existing DCPs and versioning for International releases (subtitled and dubbed versions, UK accessibility versions, ATMOS DCPs etc). Also creation of other deliverables apart from DCPs such as QuickTime, MPEGs, DVD/Blu-ray, VoD, etc. Working closely with the Graphics department to handle and implement GFX inserts for worldwide theatrical release. Proficiency and daily use of industry specialised non-linear editing tools / hardware (DVS Clipster, Photoshop, Pro-tools, Adobe CS) as well as Daily use with Linux, Window, OSX operating systemsDLP projectors, Doremi and Dolby DCI servers and related patch bays and connections5.1 7.1 and Atmos audio configurations Colour science and colour accurate monitor calibration

Technical Lead

• Oct 2016 - Sep 2018

Responsible for projection and technical aspects for all outdoor cinema events. Responsible for projection and technical aspects for all outdoor cinema events.

Event AV Technician

• Sep 2014 - Dec 2016

Providing AV support and knowledge to organise and deliver a wide a range of live indoor and outdoor cinema events for Cambridge Film Projects Knowlege and experience with;Christie, NEC, and Panasonic Pojectors, Xenon handling, PA's, Audio and Video distribution, Digital and Analogue audio and video signals, radio transmitters, three-phase power distribution, various outdoor screens including screens of up to 60ft. Providing AV support and knowledge to organise and deliver a wide a range of live indoor and outdoor cinema events for Cambridge Film Projects Knowlege and experience with;Christie, NEC, and Panasonic Pojectors, Xenon handling, PA's, Audio and Video distribution, Digital and Analogue audio and video signals, radio transmitters, three-phase power distribution, various outdoor screens including screens of up to 60ft.

Projectionist

• Feb 2011 - Dec 2016

Performing as technician on all theater video and sound equipment for theatrical screenings. Conducting video and sound equipment alignment and ensuring its best performance. Responsible for machine and system configuration, connection and troubleshooting to insure the best quality picture and sound for the show. Excellent working knowledge of: · Current projection equipment (e.g. Christie, Panasonic , NEC ); 3D technologies and implementations with current projectors and screens; Multi-standard video decks · Current sound equipment and cinema sound formats (e.g. Dolby and DTS cinema processors, 7.1, 5.1 amplifiers, speakers, routers and all related B-Chain equipment · Accessibility equipment: · Visually Impaired (VI) accessibility equipment and its utilization, such as closed caption technologies · Hearing Impaired (HI) track playback and related equipment, such as special headphones and other HI playback equipment Working knowledge of encode, transcode, compression, file conversion and data transfer technology Knowledge of Production and Postproduction workflows, including video dubbing, editing, standards conversation, and quality assurance testing Initiative to self learn and keep pace with new technology / not afraid to conduct own research Strong knowledge and capability in 35mm & 70mm film. Including silent film. Maintaining and running 35mm projectors as well has handling, making up and breaking down prints.Working knowledge on industry production and business applications on both PC and MAC, (e.g. Office products, Linux, Final Cut Pro, Avid, Pro Tools) Self motivating and able to work under pressure Ability to work independently, to make calculated decisions and strong issue resolution skills

Front of House

• Jan 2011 - Dec 2016

Summer Intern / Screen Team Member

• May 2011 - Jan 2012

Part of a selected few accepted on a Legacy Trust funded course in open festival management. Assisting in the organisation of various indoor and outdoor screenings leading up to the Cambridge Film Festival. During the festival was appointed to the role of screen co-ordinator with entailed Co-ordinating between delegates and projection staff during and around feature events and relaying expectations and technical requiremnets between the two. Part of a selected few accepted on a Legacy Trust funded course in open festival management. Assisting in the organisation of various indoor and outdoor screenings leading up to the Cambridge Film Festival. During the festival was appointed to the role of screen co-ordinator with entailed Co-ordinating between delegates and projection staff during and around feature events and relaying expectations and technical requiremnets between the two.