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- 1. Provide technical expertiseand a solutions-driven approach that consistently achieves creative and financial objectives. FRANK COLLINS 4421 NE 15th Avenue Oakland Park, FL 33334 954.579.1008 frankmcollins@gmail.com SOUND MIXER AUDIO SUPERVISOR UTILITY BOOM Experienced audio engineering professional qualified by expert technical skills, creative talent, and strongconfiguration, sound equipment set-‐up and operation. Well-‐organized, strong planning, scheduling/coordinating skills. Resourceful, adapt easily to achieve the best sound possible no matter what challenges are presented; cool under pressure. Recognized for “can-‐do” attitude; proven ability to quickly identify and eliminate technical obstacles before they happen. Keen ability to anticipate and adeptly manage the unexpected in extremely fast-‐paced environments. Key Strengths Relationship Management – Built trust by consistently delivering as promised. Leadership – leading by example. Establishing a culture of accountability and teamwork to ensure producers’ objectives are met. Technical Expertise – Have operated a wide array of sound equipment . Quick to master and effectively operate new technology. CELEBRITIES TALENT AND PERSONALITIES DWAYNE “THE ROCK” JOHNSON SOFIA VERGARA LEBRON JAMES DWAYNE WADE SHAQ PAT RILEY CHRIS BOSH SERENA WILLIAMS KIM KARDASHIAN KRIS JENNER ERNIE ELS TIGER WOODS DAN RATHER BARACK OBAMA MICHELLE OBAMA EMMITT SMITH RANDY JOHNSON WALT FRAZIER DR. JACK RAMSAY FRANK GORE CATHERINE ZETA-JONES BRYAN CRANSTON NANCY KERRIGAN CARMEN ELECTRA KEVIN JAMES SHAKIRA ANDREW ZIMMERN THE WHO BACKSTREET BOYS WILL FERRELL CHRIS CHRISTIE MARCO RUBIO DR. BEN CARSON JEB BUSH MICHAEL STAHAN CYNTHIA NIXON ANGELA SIMMONS ROMEO DAMON DASH ICE CUBE FAT JOE PAUL SR. AXL ROSE BIG ANG GRETA VAN SUSTEREN KYRIE IRVING GARY PAYTON JOHN WALSH TY PENNINGTON PAIGE DAVIS KYLE CHANDLER SISSY SPACEK BEN MENDELSON LINDA CARDELLINI PICO CELINE DION ROD STEWART LIL’ WAYNE LIL’ JON RICK ROSS KEVIN RUDOLPH SHOWS PROGRAMS BALLERS ORANGE COUNTY CHOPPERS BIG BROTHER TOUGH LOVE MIAMI BLOODLINE BURN NOTICE FOOD NETWORK NEXT TOP STAR TOP 20 COUNTDOWN AMERICA’S MOST WANTED 60 MINUTES 48HRS MYSTERY MURDERBOOK SPORTSCENTER TOP CHEF 3 THE LIST AFTER THE FIRST 48 SNAPPED PARKS AND RECREATION MALL COP 2 PROMOS ROCK OF AGES BTS NETWORKS CLIENTS HBO ABC CBS NBC FOX HGTV PBS TNT CNBC VICE FOOD NETWORK ESPN FOX SPORTS MTV VH1 MSNBC NETFLIX SONY CARTOON NETWORK UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI AT&T AARON’S COLGATE AMADEUS J&J NRG BURGER KING GE COKE SEAGRAM’S BUD LIGHT JUST FOR MEN DODGE TOYOTA FORD KIA AUTONATION ARCTIC CAT
- 2. PAGE 1 0F 2 FMC SOUND & TECHNICAL SERVICES, Oakland Park, FL 2007 – Present Sound Supervisor/Location Sound Engineer Manage all aspects of sound recording in fast-‐paced production, ENG and live television environments. Collaborate with producers, performers and others to determine and achieve desired sound for commercials, film and TV productions and corporate communications. Hire and supervise crew members, design unique audio recording systems, as needed, for each gig. Set up, operate and maintain all equipment. Develop new business and manage customer relationships. Manage budgets, negotiate project contracts and equipment acquisitions. Earned reputation as a reliable resource for producers of television, movies and commercials. Provide clients with peace of mind by troubleshooting and proactively resolving small problems before they escalate. “I've worked with Frank Collins on many occasions. He's at the top of his field…” J. Cassidy, Reality Technical Supervisor, La Voz Kids–Telemundo Media, div. of NBCUniversal Accustomed to working in unconventional locations. Field experience with reality shows, news magazines, documentaries, commercials, and movies. Consistently deliver high quality results, despite environmental conditions that can make it challenging to capture great audio. Manage equipment sourcing – purchases and rentals. Own most equipment needed for most productions; know where to get something quickly if the need arises. Built solid working relationships with area production companies all major broadcast networks and many cable channels – ABC, CBS, NBC, ESPN, Food Network, MTV, Fox, History Channel and more. Credits include: 20/20, 60 Minutes, Entertainment Tonight, Good Morning America, America’s Got Talent, Latin Billboard Awards (and many other Spanish productions), plus dozens of commercials – from the US Army to Victoria’s Secret. Corporate clients: GE, Johnson & Johnson, Coca-‐Cola and others. Commended as “very dependable and quick on his feet whenever any situation would arise. Always professional and easy to work with on any type of project.” Brad Dash, Eagle Eye Photo Video Grew successful sound services company from start-‐up; achieved profitability after first year. Understand what it takes to run a profitable production. PARADISE VIDEO & FILM, Sunrise, FL 2001 – 2007 Learned the business from the inside out from a well respected and highly successful team. Learned how to schedule, coordinate and manage a production. Managed and transported production gear, ensuring all equipment was in perfect working order. Gained significant audio field experience as well as skills in producing, grip/utility, craft services and camera work. Assisted with everything in the office, from tape duplication to shipping and receiving. Started as Intern, hired as full-‐time Technical Coordinator prior to college graduation due to excellent work performance. Worked full-‐time while attending school full-‐time, 2002. Maintained 3.4 GPA. The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale, FL 1998 – 2002 BWW/BW3, Ashland-‐Parma Heights-‐Cleveland, OH 1994 – 1997 Started part-‐time Associate during senior year in high school; upon graduation was promoted to Shift Manager. At the age of 18, was entrusted with store opening/closing responsibilities; supervised 12 employees per shift. Progressed to Assistant General Manager, advancing to successively larger restaurants, each with increased responsibilities. Recruited new team members, provided input on hiring decisions and Associate performance reviews. Ensured every aspect of the restaurant met or exceeded corporate standards for everything, from customer service to sanitation. Improved corporate sales by implementing new products and promotions. Earned 2 promotions in <18 months.