Tori Castro

Live Stream Department Lead and Technical Director at Studio 637
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(386) 825-5501
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Torrance, California, United States, US

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Experience

    • United States
    • Media Production
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Live Stream Department Lead and Technical Director
      • 2020 - Present

      -Technical director of live stream broadcasts and events such as concerts, conferences, and theatrical productions including Bandai Namco’s Elden Ring: A Night in the Lands Between LIVE, Faraday Future’s FF91 Unveiling, the 2023 Levy Summit, Boy George & Culture Club’s One World One Love Tour, and the Hermosa One Spring Fest -Train and prepare fellow TDs for successful broadcasts by preparing preproduction documents, signal flow charts, updating and deciding gear best fit for event, training… Show more -Technical director of live stream broadcasts and events such as concerts, conferences, and theatrical productions including Bandai Namco’s Elden Ring: A Night in the Lands Between LIVE, Faraday Future’s FF91 Unveiling, the 2023 Levy Summit, Boy George & Culture Club’s One World One Love Tour, and the Hermosa One Spring Fest -Train and prepare fellow TDs for successful broadcasts by preparing preproduction documents, signal flow charts, updating and deciding gear best fit for event, training TDs on said gear, and assisting remotely with troubleshooting -Installed A/V system for the Italian Cultural Center in Los Angeles and direct monthly live stream broadcasts -Partnered with highly reputable production companies such as Dilated Pixels and Empire Entertainment -Videographer or TD for high profile clients such as Schwarzkopf, Los Angeles International Airport, and Virgin Orbit -TD of the mobile game show Swagbucks Live, broadcast live internationally to over 20k viewers -Conceptualized and created unique live streams from scratch with custom lower thirds, stingers, animations and graphics for seamless and professional shows specific to clients’ requests and needs Show less -Technical director of live stream broadcasts and events such as concerts, conferences, and theatrical productions including Bandai Namco’s Elden Ring: A Night in the Lands Between LIVE, Faraday Future’s FF91 Unveiling, the 2023 Levy Summit, Boy George & Culture Club’s One World One Love Tour, and the Hermosa One Spring Fest -Train and prepare fellow TDs for successful broadcasts by preparing preproduction documents, signal flow charts, updating and deciding gear best fit for event, training… Show more -Technical director of live stream broadcasts and events such as concerts, conferences, and theatrical productions including Bandai Namco’s Elden Ring: A Night in the Lands Between LIVE, Faraday Future’s FF91 Unveiling, the 2023 Levy Summit, Boy George & Culture Club’s One World One Love Tour, and the Hermosa One Spring Fest -Train and prepare fellow TDs for successful broadcasts by preparing preproduction documents, signal flow charts, updating and deciding gear best fit for event, training TDs on said gear, and assisting remotely with troubleshooting -Installed A/V system for the Italian Cultural Center in Los Angeles and direct monthly live stream broadcasts -Partnered with highly reputable production companies such as Dilated Pixels and Empire Entertainment -Videographer or TD for high profile clients such as Schwarzkopf, Los Angeles International Airport, and Virgin Orbit -TD of the mobile game show Swagbucks Live, broadcast live internationally to over 20k viewers -Conceptualized and created unique live streams from scratch with custom lower thirds, stingers, animations and graphics for seamless and professional shows specific to clients’ requests and needs Show less

    • United States
    • Movies, Videos, and Sound
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Technician
      • 2022 - Present

      -Assisted in the press interview production of: >Disney's "She-Hulk: Attorney at Law" >Amazon Prime's "Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power" >Disney's "Star Wars: Andor" >Apple TV's "Acapulco" Season 2 >Netflix's "The Good Nurse" >Disney's "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" >Disney's "Mandalorian: Season 3" >Netflix's "Shadow and Bone: Season 2" -Assisted in the press interview production of: >Disney's "She-Hulk: Attorney at Law" >Amazon Prime's "Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power" >Disney's "Star Wars: Andor" >Apple TV's "Acapulco" Season 2 >Netflix's "The Good Nurse" >Disney's "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" >Disney's "Mandalorian: Season 3" >Netflix's "Shadow and Bone: Season 2"

    • United States
    • Entertainment Providers
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Sports Videographer
      • 2018 - Mar 2022

      Various freelance videography of streamed hockey games in the Bay Area and Southern California; captured footage for highlight reals Various freelance videography of streamed hockey games in the Bay Area and Southern California; captured footage for highlight reals

    • United States
    • Entertainment Providers
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Technical Director
      • 2022 - 2022

      -Technical director of 100 Thieves eSports and entertainment content -Drastically increased content release turnover by providing a line cut and in depth notes for editors -Provided in depth analysis of current in house tech and implemented improvements including enhancing equipment, organization, and aesthetic of the production studio as well as streaming pods -Optimized stream pods by implementing automation as well as improved security measures, creating a secure and streamlined… Show more -Technical director of 100 Thieves eSports and entertainment content -Drastically increased content release turnover by providing a line cut and in depth notes for editors -Provided in depth analysis of current in house tech and implemented improvements including enhancing equipment, organization, and aesthetic of the production studio as well as streaming pods -Optimized stream pods by implementing automation as well as improved security measures, creating a secure and streamlined process for gamers/streamers -Interfaced with new clients and technology at NAB conference in Las Vegas to research and execute new technologies for continued growth and application Show less -Technical director of 100 Thieves eSports and entertainment content -Drastically increased content release turnover by providing a line cut and in depth notes for editors -Provided in depth analysis of current in house tech and implemented improvements including enhancing equipment, organization, and aesthetic of the production studio as well as streaming pods -Optimized stream pods by implementing automation as well as improved security measures, creating a secure and streamlined… Show more -Technical director of 100 Thieves eSports and entertainment content -Drastically increased content release turnover by providing a line cut and in depth notes for editors -Provided in depth analysis of current in house tech and implemented improvements including enhancing equipment, organization, and aesthetic of the production studio as well as streaming pods -Optimized stream pods by implementing automation as well as improved security measures, creating a secure and streamlined process for gamers/streamers -Interfaced with new clients and technology at NAB conference in Las Vegas to research and execute new technologies for continued growth and application Show less

    • Live Stream Operator
      • 2021 - 2022

      -Live stream operator for Wall Street investor conferences via Zoom utilizing OBS to stream -Live stream operator for Wall Street investor conferences via Zoom utilizing OBS to stream

    • United States
    • Internet Publishing
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Production Assistant
      • Sep 2021 - Oct 2021

      -PA for Netflix docuseries filmed in Moab, Utah -PA for Coinbase pickup shoot -PA for Netflix docuseries filmed in Moab, Utah -PA for Coinbase pickup shoot

    • United States
    • Entertainment Providers
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Camera Assistant
      • 2021 - 2021

      -AC for Funny or Die episode -AC for Funny or Die episode

    • United States
    • Non-profit Organization Management
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Multimedia Coordinator
      • 2018 - 2019

      -Coordinated and produced digital media to establish brand name, mission statement and services to public -Assessed YouTube analytics and provided recommendations and strategies to better reach target demographic and improve channel views, engagement and promotional material -Managed media department during large scale events such as San Jose’s Post Street Jubilee and SF Pride -Videographer, editor, writer and producer of various media to broadcast for social media/marketing purposes -Coordinated and produced digital media to establish brand name, mission statement and services to public -Assessed YouTube analytics and provided recommendations and strategies to better reach target demographic and improve channel views, engagement and promotional material -Managed media department during large scale events such as San Jose’s Post Street Jubilee and SF Pride -Videographer, editor, writer and producer of various media to broadcast for social media/marketing purposes

  • ECAV
    • 290 S 7th St, San Jose, CA 95112
    • Audio Visual Production Technician
      • 2013 - 2017

      -Directed and managed audio and video with various technical equipment for events such as concerts, operas, conferences, graduations, music videos and sporting games; positions include sound board operator, camera operator, projectionist, stagehand, technical director and switcher -Worked as assistant stage manager for events including SJSU’s annual Chinese Film Festival, SJSU’s Cultural clubs and Fraternity and Sorority events -Worked individually and in teams to create audio visual… Show more -Directed and managed audio and video with various technical equipment for events such as concerts, operas, conferences, graduations, music videos and sporting games; positions include sound board operator, camera operator, projectionist, stagehand, technical director and switcher -Worked as assistant stage manager for events including SJSU’s annual Chinese Film Festival, SJSU’s Cultural clubs and Fraternity and Sorority events -Worked individually and in teams to create audio visual experiences specific to client's wishes -Adept in troubleshooting and multitasking in extreme pressure environments with strenuous hours -Maintained professional demeanor while working celebrity events for honored guests such as Ruby Bridges and Malala Show less -Directed and managed audio and video with various technical equipment for events such as concerts, operas, conferences, graduations, music videos and sporting games; positions include sound board operator, camera operator, projectionist, stagehand, technical director and switcher -Worked as assistant stage manager for events including SJSU’s annual Chinese Film Festival, SJSU’s Cultural clubs and Fraternity and Sorority events -Worked individually and in teams to create audio visual… Show more -Directed and managed audio and video with various technical equipment for events such as concerts, operas, conferences, graduations, music videos and sporting games; positions include sound board operator, camera operator, projectionist, stagehand, technical director and switcher -Worked as assistant stage manager for events including SJSU’s annual Chinese Film Festival, SJSU’s Cultural clubs and Fraternity and Sorority events -Worked individually and in teams to create audio visual experiences specific to client's wishes -Adept in troubleshooting and multitasking in extreme pressure environments with strenuous hours -Maintained professional demeanor while working celebrity events for honored guests such as Ruby Bridges and Malala Show less

  • 90.5 KSJS Ground Zero Radio
    • 1 Washington Square, San Jose CA 95112
    • Production Manager, DJ
      • 2013 - 2017

      -Managed and created all prerecorded spots for individual department and station needs -Managed and delegated tasks within department to create production shorts by deadlines -Proficient in Pro Tools and Logic; created PSAs, ABSs, promotional shorts, drops and legal identifications -Worked directly with clients to create promotional and nonprofit advertisements Trained others in basic Pro Tools editing and recording; oversaw quality control of work -FCC certified; DJ/Radio Host… Show more -Managed and created all prerecorded spots for individual department and station needs -Managed and delegated tasks within department to create production shorts by deadlines -Proficient in Pro Tools and Logic; created PSAs, ABSs, promotional shorts, drops and legal identifications -Worked directly with clients to create promotional and nonprofit advertisements Trained others in basic Pro Tools editing and recording; oversaw quality control of work -FCC certified; DJ/Radio Host of "99 Voltz," "Reeling in Reverse," and "Keeping Copacetic" Show less -Managed and created all prerecorded spots for individual department and station needs -Managed and delegated tasks within department to create production shorts by deadlines -Proficient in Pro Tools and Logic; created PSAs, ABSs, promotional shorts, drops and legal identifications -Worked directly with clients to create promotional and nonprofit advertisements Trained others in basic Pro Tools editing and recording; oversaw quality control of work -FCC certified; DJ/Radio Host… Show more -Managed and created all prerecorded spots for individual department and station needs -Managed and delegated tasks within department to create production shorts by deadlines -Proficient in Pro Tools and Logic; created PSAs, ABSs, promotional shorts, drops and legal identifications -Worked directly with clients to create promotional and nonprofit advertisements Trained others in basic Pro Tools editing and recording; oversaw quality control of work -FCC certified; DJ/Radio Host of "99 Voltz," "Reeling in Reverse," and "Keeping Copacetic" Show less

    • Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
    • 300 - 400 Employee
    • Boom Operator
      • 2016 - 2016

      -boom operator for Super Bowl 50th Media Day -worked with large scale media production for national television broadcast -boom operator for Super Bowl 50th Media Day -worked with large scale media production for national television broadcast

Education

  • San Jose State University
    Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Radio, Television and Film
    2011 - 2017

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