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Marcel Trout
Audio Visual Technician
Cape Town
Summary
Enthusiastic audio-visual technician eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organisational skills. Clear understanding of the AV industry and its latest trends. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the AV industry.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Broadcast Technician
Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC)
12.2021 - Current
- Manage signal strength, clear and reliable with continuous monitoring and optimization of broadcast equipment.
- Evaluated program schedules and prepared programs to assess transmission readiness and identify any signal issues.
- Work with sound engineers to strengthen audio and video quality during broadcasts. Using state of the art equipment - Creston, BlackMagic, Apple systems, Windows systems Yamaha, MagicInfo.
- Reported equipment problems, checked on repairs and made emergency repairs to equipment as necessary.
- Actively listened to guests' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
Audio Visual Technician
Carnival Cruise Lines
03.2018 - 02.2020
- Provided troubleshooting techniques in integrating professional audio/video systems.
- Commended by management for continuous punctuality and superior performance.
- Inventory, equipment maintenance & use of HD projectors, cameras, video recording & editing within deadlines. Video equipment installation.
- Was nominated for Team Member May 2019.
- Audio visual service for special events, vision-mix live events. Satellite TV reception maintenance (Seatel). LED Wall maintenance – Daktronics and Barco
- Controlled video input for live conferences or performances and pre-recorded productions.
Audio Visual Technician / Live Video Editor
South African Broadcasting Council
07.2014 - 09.2017
- Adhered to safety protocols while installing projectors, displays and speakers.
- Monitored and repaired audio, video, control systems and video conferencing equipment.
- Pulled low-voltage cabling according to industry practices.
- Interpreted technical data from drawings, blueprints, schematics and service manuals.
- Equipment maintenance, inventory, services, cable pulls, equipment installations, camera work.
- Managed live production signal to broadcaster.
- Provided troubleshooting techniques in integrating professional audio/video systems.
Education
Short Course - Journalism, Film And Media Studies
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Cape Town 02.2012 - 06.2012
High School Diploma -
Abbotts College
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2007 - 01.2009
Skills
Broadcast media
Critical Thinking
Interpersonal Communication
Written Communication
Excellent Communication
Organisation and Time Management
Decision-Making
Dependable and Responsible
Self-Motivated
Accomplishments
Avixa Certifications.
Harmon Core Certifications
Certification
Avixa Certifications & Harmon Core Certifications
Interests
Building model cars
Reading movie scripts
Timeline
Avixa Certifications & Harmon Core Certifications
05-2022
Broadcast Technician
Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC)
12.2021 - Current
Audio Visual Technician
Carnival Cruise Lines
03.2018 - 02.2020
Audio Visual Technician / Live Video Editor
South African Broadcasting Council
07.2014 - 09.2017
Short Course - Journalism, Film And Media Studies
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
02.2012 - 06.2012
High School Diploma -
Abbotts College
01.2007 - 01.2009