1. Joseph Whitney, CTS
22 Cobble Creek Curve, Newark, DE 19702 | (302)740-6263 | jwhitney2009@gmail.com
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Profile
Self-motivated, detail oriented team-player who has strong analytical, problem solving and communication
skills. Lifelong learner with a passion for keeping abreast of technology as it evolves.
Relevant Experience
Performing Arts Technician | Longwood Gardens | Kennett Square, PA | Summer 2012 - Present
Worked as part of a production team that managed all aspects of production in indoor and outdoor venues
of various sizes including: sound and lights, temporary stages and roofs, maintenance of production
equipment, coordination of work with outside vendors such as PBS-WHYY, Light Action Productions,
Bauder Audio, PBS, Philadelphia Sound, and BRE Presents for artist such as Vince Gill, Pat Metheny Unity
Band, The Beach Boys, and Tony Bennett; ran front-of-house sound for guest artists such as Carbon Leaf
(WHYY Recording), Oliver Mtzukutzu and the Black Spirits (WHYY Recording), and Fred Hersch
Audio Technician | University of Delaware Media Services | Newark, DE | Fall 2009 - Present
Was a member of a production team that setup and ran audio and video for events ranging from small
lectures and meetings to large-scale rock bands using Yamaha, Mackie, and Sound Craft mixers, as well as
DSP London Architect with London Blu Technology and Crestron in venues ranging from classrooms and
recital halls to basketball arenas and football stadiums
Audio Assistant | University of Delaware Music Department | Newark, DE | Spring 2004 – Winter
2011
Recorded live and studio performances; produced audio and video projects using Adobe Audition and
Adobe Premier Pro; managed and maintained the music composition computer lab; designed instruction
manual for recording live audio and video in main recital hall; ran, terminated, and soldered connectors for
AV and recording equipment throughout the building; repaired and maintained electronic music
equipment from computers to Moog technology; installed and troubleshot computers throughout
department
Education and Certifications
University of Delaware | Newark, DE | 2009 | Bachelor of Music, Applied Instrumental Music,
concentration percussion
2005 Concerto Competition Winner
Certified Technical Specialist (CTS) | Expires December 17, 2017
“ANSI accredited under the International Organization of Standardization (ISO) and the International
Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) ISO/IEC 17024 General Requirements for Bodies Operating
Certification Schemes of Persons program” (infocomm.org)
Member of Infocomm International | 2013
Resource for Audio/Visual professionals; provides education through Infocomm University, webinars, and
Infocomm International convention; Offers ANSI accredited certifications such as Certified Technical
Specialist (CTS)

2. Joseph Whitney, CTS
22 Cobble Creek Curve, Newark, DE 19702 | (302)740-6263 | jwhitney2009@gmail.com
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Skills & Abilities
Production: Analog and digital sound boards; analog and digital light boards; analog video production
boards; audio, video, light production setup; conference and lecture room setup; troubleshoot sound and
video
Audio/video: Installation and setup of conference equipment; i.e. projectors, PA systems, multiscreen
projection setups, large projection screens, experience with Crestron technology; cable running,
terminating, soldering
Information Technology: Networking and troubleshooting computers, printers, and projectors; streaming
video online; dual-booting computers using Microsoft software and Apple Boot-Camp; Secure Shell FTP; all
Windows platforms; Mac OS; Linux
Software Proficiency: Adobe Audition; Adobe Premier Pro; Adobe Photoshop; Adobe After Effects;
Microsoft Office; Apple Logic Pro; Avid Pro Tools; GarageBand; Q-Lab; Desire2Learn
Additional Experience
Over-hire Technician | Media Theatre | Media, PA | Fall 2014 – Present
Worked as part of team that stripped, rebuilt, and upgraded the lighting plot and sets as part of the
theatre’s show turnover
Performing Arts Technician | Drexel University | Philadelphia, PA | Spring 2014 – Present
Collaborated with a production team that managed all aspects of production in the Mandell Theater at
Drexel University with a focus on live sound reinforcement
Musician | Holland America Line | Seattle, WA | Winter 2011 – Spring 2013
Performed on Steel Pan and Percussion as a soloist, featured artist, and as a member of an eight-piece ship
band that performed with guest entertainers and performed in various venues throughout each cruise
Percussion Instructor | Christiana High School | Newark, DE | Summer 2012 – Fall 2012
Taught musicality, technique and discipline; worked with and mentored students with special needs
Assistant Band Director and Percussion Instructor | McKean High School | Wilmington, DE |
Fall 2007 – Fall 2010
Responsible for safe travel of students to and from events; taught musicality, marching and playing
technique and discipline in rehearsals during and after school; worked with and mentored students with
special needs in life lessons, as well as classroom behavior; assumed other responsibilities as assigned by
the band director
Professional Freelance Musician | Spring 2005 – Present
Performed live music around the world in festivals, private and corporate events, and weddings both as a
soloist and as a member of a variety of ensembles; was responsible for book keeping, as well as taxes, client
booking and management, advertising, social media, recording and producing CDs and web content,
website design, teaching private lessons; acted as artist in residence at schools to expose and teach
students about Afro-Caribbean and Afro-Brazilian music
Percussion Coordinator and Arranger | Brandywine High School | Wilmington, DE |
Summer 2004 – Fall 2005
Implemented a marching/front ensemble percussion program, as well as, arranged music when needed