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Training and Experience

1975 - 1980-

• Employed and Trained as a Television Cameraman
• Transferred to what was known at Avalon as the 'Television Assistance' scheme. This gave the trainees opportunities to work and take training in all areas of Television Production including - Camera, Sound, Floor Management, Editing, Properties, Rigging, Lighting, Staging. This training gave a good solid understanding and practical "hands-on" application (Most trainees achieved what is known as 'ON AIR' status in each area before they moved on).
• Transferred to Outside Broadcast Section where I trained in Sound Operation, going Solo ' To Air ' in 1977
• Experience was gained in the Operation of Microwave Linking, Vision Control and Electronic and Mechanical maintenance.
• From 1977 to 1980, I functioned as an Outside Broadcast Vision Controller and Technical Director.

1980 to 1981-

• Transferred to the Studio Vision Control Section and started training in Lighting Design and Technical Production.
• Functioned as a Studio and Outside Broadcast Vision Controller and an Assistant Technical Producer.

1981 to 1985-

• Trained as a Technical Producer
• I worked on construction of special projects with the Avalon Engineering Department for Studios.
• Assigned to Outside Broadcast as a Technical Producer / Director for a variety of jobs including E.F.P.,Sport, Current Affairs and Entertainment.

1986 to 1991

• I applied to an advertised position of Technical Producer achieving this role in 1986.
• Extensive and practical experience in the Operation of Lighting on major light entertainment Outside Broadcasts including the 'Asian Pacific Song contest', The 'Benson and Hedges Fashion Design awards', '25 years of Television' and countless others. Always keen to keep ahead, I led in the implementation and utilization of new technologies.
• I built and technically managed a mobile 3 camera unit that travelled New Zealand, adding extra production resources for large multi camera outside sports events.
• Technically managed possibly one of New Zealand's first true EFP Telemovies. Complete with CCU and location 1inch VTR's.
• Assigned to the Commonwealth Games for a variety of duties including the construction and operation of a 3 Camera vehicle for the data control of remote Microwave linked cameras.
• Studio Technical Production and Lighting Design for a wide range of in house projects ranging from News and Current affairs, Drama, Light Entertainment and Opera.

1991 to 1994-

• Lighting Director for the 'Benson & Hedges fashion Design awards 1992, 1993 and 1994.
• Technical Producer for 'On Air' series such as TVNZ's Top rating 'FAIR GO' consumer rights program, 'SUNDAY' Arts show and a host of other programs.
• Appointed Sound Manager at Avalon Studios, which included direct responsibility for the purchase, implementation and application of equipment and staff to meet the needs of Production from a production sound point of view this cover all Studio and Field activities.

1995 to 1999-

• I was appointed Operations Manager to the Division of Avalon Studios known as ENVISAGE. This area was responsible for the operation of all studio and field activities. The position of Operations Manager involved the direct management of 90 staff in seven specialist technical and design groups. Equipment and plant maintenance, allocation, purchase and a direct input into the marketing and planning of the ENVISAGE operation.
• Although the role of Operations Manager was full time, I did however keep a direct line with the sound department and continued to directly manage this area, and represent this craft skill at the highest levels.
• Assigned as Technical Manager to 'Planet Go' the Multi Media division of Avalon Studios. This involved the technical up keep of the computer systems, software, and interface to the rest of the Avalon Production process. It was my job to make sure the Multi media Design staff had all the technical resources they required to complete their tasks.
• As a passionate Lighting Director with recognised and sort after skills, I continued to take every opportunity to continue to work as the Lighting Director/Technical Producer for Dennis Spencer Productions - 'SHOWCASE'.which screened on Television One.
• My last major assignment was to assist the TVNZ Children's Department move from their Christchurch studios to the Avalon complex. As well as taking care of the on air look for the 1999 series of 'WHAT NOW', I was also charged with ensuring that their operation extracted the best out of the Avalon Operation.

1999

I left Avalon Studios in December 1999 to pursue a full time role in PROVID LTD and work within the Television Industry from a freelance position.

2000 to 2003-

• I was contracted to Sydney Olympic Broadcasting authority 'SOBO' as a Technical Manager - responsible to the sport of Volley Ball at Sydney Olympic Park in 2000.
• Lighting Direction, Vision Control and Technical Management duties continue for Television New Zealand, Sky Television, On Site Broadcasting and TV3 covering a range of Programs such as Sport, News and Current Affairs and Light Entertainment.

2003 to 2006

• In 2003 I started as Operations Manager of the newly established Expressions Arts and Entertainment Centre. www.expressions.org.nz I am responsible for the for the day to day operation and management of the technical facilities and building infrastructure . During my time at the centre so far I have been directly responsible for the concert presentation of a number of International performances including -Richard Gilewitz, Vardos, Hans Theesink, Barb Dwyer, Martin Pearson, Alistair Hulett, Totally Gourdgeous, Kristina Olsen, Peter Donohoe, Mundy Turner, Kavisha Mazzella and a host of local performance including the NZSO regionals and Wellinton Vector Orchestra,Roger Fox Big Band,Georgie Fame in Concert, Michael Houston in Concert, John Chen, Barry Douglas, New Zealand String Quartet, Hot Club Sandwich, Pascal Roge, Deidre Irons, New Zealand Youth Brass Band, Montana Jazz Festival, On Stage Productions and a host of other local performances.

This is a much condensed list of my achievements and activities for the past two and a half decades. Over this time I have provided much support for Theatre Production, Dance and Private Television Production and of course Television New Zealand. My interests and skills are wide with proven credits behind me.