Co-ordination and management of resources, including a large team of individuals, in order to produce up to 18 hours of Live television per day with the associated administration duties, reports, briefings and meetings. Have also been involved in numerous projects that effect programming and production processes. Directing and vision mixing directing of cookery, demonstration, lifestyle and live music performances coordinating (and switching) live and robotic camera operations simultaneously. Work has been executed using Thompson EXTENDD (X-10 DD) vision mixer, Abekus DME, Viz, Lotus notes, Geeves, SAM (automated video server), Internal reporting and communication software, Qshot and Radamec camera control, Sony studio cameras, Calrec M2 Audio and standard PC applications
Involvement across a full complement of programming, both live and pre-record in multiple genres. Coordinating with the technical and Production crew, the role included the technical and aesthetic assessment/selection of the most suitable internal and external sources as well the creating/integrating and transmission of visual effects (Digital Video effects, DSKs, Graphics, Transitions and Chroma-keying) Director credits were accumulated regularly through holiday and illness cover Equipment utilised: Sony DVS-7250 and supporting DME 3000, Sony Studio cameras, Brainstorm, Radamec control units, Strand Lighting desk, Sony Analogue audio desk, Sony BETA decks, AVID Unity video management server, Aston, Sony Radio Mics, Cabled IFB/Lapel Mics as well as a wide selection of Sony cardioid and directional microphones, ENPS and standard PC applications, Autoprompt, Programme Credits- News/Current Affairs Programming (Agenda, The Political Party, 20/20, TV3 News, Nightly News with Vincent Browne, The Week in Review), Daily Breakfast Show (Ireland am), Lifestyle/magazine programme (The Sound Room, Xpose, Midday, Pop on 3, The Offside Show), Sports (Sports Tonight, Champions League, Euro 2006, EUFA Cup, Eircom League, FAI Cup, 2007 Rugby World Cup, GAA Championship 2008, Go Racing, Horseracing)
Duties of Directing/Vision-mixing in a live Gallery on any of five rolling European News channels operated from London headquarters; Audio mixing, Feeds/MCR and Lighting/Camera operations were also part of the role. Special responsibility for the management of department projects from building new studios/control rooms to the introduction of new procedures and equipment. Broadcast Operations consultant on the creation and enhancement of in-house systems and configuration of new equipment including vision-mixers etc. Liason with Channel Production teams to enhance and develop programming. Assigned to oversee the re-structure and redesign of the Paris Studio Operations from its inception as well as controlling its technical output for the French Network and syndications for sister channels. Latterly appointed to a project group overseeing the global implementation of a new graphics operating system and house style. Equipment utilised: Wincue, Snell&Wilcox (Golden DaVE,Kahuna,SD1008,Magic DaVE,SD1012), Sony DVS-2000, Calrec (M2,M3), Sennheiser Radio Mic/IFB Packs, Standard PC applications, Bloomberg Terminal and extensive use of specialised in-house developed production, transmission and administration software, Radamec control units, Snell and Wilcox Rollpod, Strand Lighting Management, Allen & Heath Audio control, MPEG-2 Encoding, BETA and DVC decks, Adobe Premiere, Cool Edit, Studio Cameras (Hitatchi, Ikegami, Sony, Panasonic), Rollcall picture conversion, AMX Routing, Cellstack encoders/decoders, ISDN lines, BT Fibre circuits, Cabled IFB/Mic and a selection of Cardioid and directional microphones.
Involvement in all formats devised by the company. These were entertainment-based and interactive programming for Digital Television as well as other ventures and pilots for a number of channels (E! The Entertainment Channel, ITV, MTV/TMF). Team leader of Broadcast crew of camera operators, graphics, audio, runners and multi-skilled operators. Responsibility for devising camera plots/sequences, collaborator on set design and consultant for talent auditions. Equipment utilised: Wincue, Snell&Wilcox SD1008, Snell&Wilcox Golden DaVE, Clarity, Sony and Panasonic Studio cameras, Sony BETA decks, Strand lighting desk, Calrec M3 audio mixer
Role consisted of broadcast co-ordination (compilation of scripts and running orders, guest coordination, preparation of recording for transmission). Additional duties as Communications Contact with responsibility for issuing press releases.
Sky News Ireland freelance position
A freelance role involving creating programme segments, pitching mini-features, booking guests, scripting items and compiling briefing notes. Topics ranged from sport to news and current affairs, human interest, music, entertainment and lifestyle (fashion, reviews) Equipment utilised: ENPS and standard PC applications, Sony BETA decks and Avid Express
Vision-Mixer role was first undertaken in November 2003. The role is described above when the position was held between 2007 and 2009. The Floor Manager/Floor Co-ordinator role required responsibility for enforcing health and safety legislation, camera positioning, set changes, briefing/micing guests, cueing talent and liaising with various production and technical staff to ensure programming ran efficiently and effectively. Equipment utilised: Sony DVS-7250 and supporting DME 3000, Sony Studio cameras, Brainstorm, Radamec control units, Strand Lighting desk, Sony Analogue audio desk, Sony BETA decks, AVID Unity video management server, Aston, Sony Radio Mics, Cabled IFB/Lapel Mics as well as a wide selection of Sony cardioid and directional microphones, ENPS and standard PC applications, Autoprompt, Programme Credits- News/Current Affairs Programming (Agenda, The Political Party, 20/20, TV3 News, Nightly News with Vincent Browne, The Week in Review), Daily Breakfast Show (Ireland am), Lifestyle/magazine programme (The Sound Room, Pop on 3, Xpose, Midday, The Offside Show), Sports (Sports Tonight, Champions League, Euro 2006, EUFA Cup, Eircom League, FAI Cup, 2007 Rugby World Cup, GAA Championship 2008, Go Racing, Horserace meetings)
Working for the Production company on the TV3 Current Affairs flagship, for the final three series. Responsibility included set and prop management, guest and talent co-ordination, re-positioning cameras, assisting audio control with guest mics and sound levels and liaising with colleagues in the production and technical crew to ensure a safe working environment and successful live broadcast
Freelance staff for live morning programme, The Flipside with Daire O' Brien on the talk-driven station. Creating/Pitching items relating to topics ranging from current affairs to human interest and sport. Booking guests and providing briefing notes containing background and prospective questions Equipment utilised: Standard PC applications, Cool Edit, MD Recorders, Sony stereo microphones
?Research Journalist and Broadcaster for national radio broadcasts on RTE Radio (Radio One, 2fm), ?Voice Reports for Telephone service ?Creating content on script wires for regional stations ?Publishing live content for website and multimedia services (including text alerts etc.). ?Editor for European Travel, published on website and compiled for RTE television broadcasts. Tasks conducted with use desktop publisher, web publisher and numberous word processing applications. Editing of audio material was carried out with Cool Edit and content was recorded in radio suites.
Directing and Vision Mixing/Director across both domestic and international live and pre-recorded programming. Coordinating and controlling a team of technicians, production and on-air talent in order to successfully manage logistics, chose appropriate resources and take ownership for the style, shape and success production of the programme. Equipment Utilised: ENPS, Columbus, VizRT, Sony MVS7000, Calrec M3, Autobus, Standard PC applications, Radamec, Worked across the entire News and Current Affairs programming from the BBC. Most notably; Royal Jubilee, London 2012 Olympics and the 2012 US & French Presidential Elections.
Live event coverage of Rugby World Cup 2011 and in the presentation of the station's English Premier League production.
Co-ordination and management of resources, including a large team of individuals, in order to produce up to 18 hours of Live television per day with the associated administration duties, reports, briefings and meetings. Have also been involved in numerous projects that effect programming and production processes. Directing and vision mixing directing of cookery, demonstration, lifestyle and live music performances coordinating (and switching) live and robotic camera operations simultaneously. Work has been executed using Thompson EXTENDD (X-10 DD) vision mixer, Abekus DME, Viz, Lotus notes, Geeves, SAM (automated video server), Internal reporting and communication software, Qshot and Radamec camera control, Sony studio cameras, Calrec M2 Audio and standard PC applications
Operating across full range of programmes and event coverage. Working closely with the Director, Producer, Directors/Production Assistant, Technical Director, Live Camera Operators and other Technical and Production crew to create, control and manage the visual elements of the production through assessing and selecting the most appropriate source (Cameras, external locations, graphics etc.) and utilising any suitable effects (Digital Video effects, Transitions, DSKs, Graphics and Chroma-keying, grading and correction/manipulation). Equipment utilised: Sony MVS 8000, GVG-Kayenne, GVG-Kalypso, GVG-Kayak, GVG-200, DVEOus, Hi-Tech controller, X-clyps, DME 3000, GASP, VizRT, Chyron, iNews, Internal and intranet systems, Wincue, Standard PC applications Programme Credits- Sky Movies (35MM, Golden Globes), Sky News, Sky Sports News, Soccer Saturday/Soccer Special, Event Coverage (Live/Highlights for Tennis ATP Tour, Davis Cup, US Open, Cricket [County, OTI, ICC, Tournament, 20/20, Ashes], International/Domestic/European football, European Open Golf, US PGA Tour, NFL NAScar, IndyCar, Speedway, Rugby League, Rugby Union, Heineken Cup, Super 14's, IRB 7's, NZ Cup, ) Magazine/Specialist Interest Programming (Sunday Supplement, Time of our Lives, Boots n' All, Cricket AM, Tightlines, Goals on Sunday, You're on Sky Sports)
Member of the organisation dedicated to promoting the role of Vision Mixer across the UK and Ireland and providing training and workshop opportunities to develop and fine tune skills.
MA
Concentration: Mass Communications
Level 7 Cert
Concentration: Adult Education and Learning
BA, HDip, Nat Dip
Concentration: Media (Media Production and Management)
BA
Concentration: Media Production and Management
LLM
Concentration: Law
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