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Joseph Whitney Resume
- 1. Joseph Whitney, CTS 22Cobble Creek Curve, Newark, DE 19702 | (302)740-6263 | jwhitney2009@gmail.com Page 1 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 22Cobble Creek Curve, Newark, DE 19702 | (302)740-6263 | jwhitney2009@gmail.com Page 1 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