Elmer Balanon was employed by NEWGROUNDS SOLUTIONS, INC from March 8, 2009 to May 13, 2010 as a Communication and Information Technology Engineer. As part of this role, he handled VOIP/IT systems, was the IT team leader, administered call center systems and equipment, and helped optimize equipment, software and processes. He also performed networking, computer troubleshooting and maintenance, quality assurance and control, and helped develop the center's information and communication technology.