James Bender has over 15 years of experience in audio/visual and technical photography fields. He currently works as a Senior AV Technician for ByLight Professional IT Services, where he performs preventative maintenance on audio/visual equipment and ensures proper operation of AV systems. Previously, he worked in similar roles for Innovative Technologies and Jacobs Technology. Additionally, he has owned his own photography business, J65 Productions, for over 15 years, where he is responsible for shooting and editing photos and videos for military testing. He received a Bachelor's Degree in Electronic Media and Film from Towson University.

1. JAMES BENDER
434 Foreland Garth
Abingdon, MD 21009
410.459.4503
Jamie@J65Productions.com
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
ByLight Professional IT Services Inc. April 2014 - Present
Senior AV Technician
-Perform preventative maintenance of Audio/Visual Equipment in conference rooms
-Perform system level testing and operational checks to ensure the proper operation of
A/V systems prior to their actual use/operation
-Installing and attaching cables, tying cables together, and labeling cables for easy identification
in accordance with industry standard practices.
-Assisted customers with VTC and AV setup
Innovative Technologies March 2013 - April 2014
AV Technician II
-Perform preventative maintenance of Audio/Visual Equipment in conference rooms
-Perform system level testing and operational checks to ensure the proper operation of
A/V systems prior to their actual use/operation
-Installing and attaching cables, tying cables together, and labeling cables for easy identification
in accordance with industry standard practices.
-Assisted customers with VTC and AV setup
Jacobs Technology May 2011 - March 2013
Technical Photographer II
-Shot high speed videos and photos for a variety of military tests using a variety of Phantom
cameras and DSLRs
-Ensured customers specifications were met
-Download, edit, and convert media for final delivery
J65 Productions LLC. June 2006 - Present
Owner/Director of Photography
-Responsible to shooting and editing photos and videos for a variety of military tests
-Worked with customers to make sure they received the desired product
-Setup and troubleshoot highly technical camera systems using fiber and media
converters to relay camera triggers and video signals over long distances
-Shooting critical high quality stills of testing setup and results
-Process and prepare footage for delivery

2. E D U C A T I O N
Towson University 2004 - 2006
Bachelor’s Degree in Electronic Media and Film
Harford Community College 2002 - 2004
Associates Degree
C. Milton Wright High School 1999 - 2002
High school diploma
-Top Secret Security clearance
-Ability to isolate and repair AV/VTC Equipment
-Experience with the use of and termination of:
-BNC, RG58, RG59, RCA, Coax, CAT5, CAT6, Fiber
-Exceptional Customer Service Skills
-Advanced photo and video knowledge
-Experience with both Mac and PC platforms
-Experience with Final Cut Pro, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom,
-Can perform audio VU meter calibration, feedback, equalization, impedance matching
-Can perform cable termination, synchronization, phasing, color balancing, video level, and
camera lens back focus
-System checks and troubleshooting of master control systems. audio levels, patching, and
switcher set up.
R E F E R E N C E S
Nick Kirk Nick.Kirk@me.com 410.812.4589
Family Friend
108 S Scott St.
Wilmington DE, 19805
Charlie Anderson CharlieAndersonDP@gmail.com 410.627.1480
Co-Worker
681 Evergreen Ave. #2R
Brooklyn, NY 11207
Anthony Cirincione anthony.cirincione@verizon.net 410.979.8232
Father-in-law
2621 Merrick Way
Abingdon, MD 21009