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Amila Samarasinghe

AV technician
Dubai

Summary

Highly-skilled Audio Video Technician with 14 years of expertise installing, operating, testing and troubleshooting audio and video equipment. Solid experience with multi-room systems and setup and advanced understanding of VC system programming and AV/VC design. Specializes in high-end electronic integration in residential and commercial settings and well organized and adept at balancing range of tasks. Collaborative Audiovisual Technician aiming to fulfill an opportunity where background in troubleshooting is aptly utilized. Skilled in offering quality-driven service for client systems. Offering a strong background in communicating with clients to foster loyalty and satisfaction.

Talented Support Technician bringing 14 years of experience in sound and music equipment. Knowledgeable about operations and repairs. Enthusiastic about helping operations run smoothly by providing top-notch support.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Senior AV/IT Field Support Technician

Malabar Gold and Diamonds LLC
3 2022 - Current
  • I provide expert field and backend support for audiovisual and video conference systems across executive cabins, including the chairman's and managing director's, as well as VIP boardrooms, conference rooms, and meeting spaces. These facilities are equipped with Logitech and Barco systems. I manage live and hybrid events, mixing audio and video, and live streaming to global branches using platforms like Epiphan, Blackmagic, YouTube, Facebook, and our AV network.
  • I also configure, operate, and troubleshoot Appspace, BrightSign, Logitech, Yealink, Microsoft Teams, Webex, Zoom, and Google Meet. My responsibilities include setting up and testing equipment for events, maintaining sound and video systems, and performing monthly and semi-annual system checks. Additionally, I assist with implementing interactive projectors and managing audio/video editing, production, and archiving for the UAE International Operations Centre and worldwide branches. I also consult on service options, system designs, room layouts, and acoustic treatments for clients locally and internationally.

Senior AV/IT Technician

MAS Holdings
02.2020 - 03.2022

I manage live streaming via Microsoft Teams, Webex, Zoom, Google Meet, and other platforms, handling online lectures, workshops, webinars, webcasts, and live events. My role includes maintaining AV systems in auditoriums and meeting rooms on a regular basis, setting up, operating, editing, and processing events with specialized AV hardware and software, and assisting with the implementation of interactive projectors and AV data processing tools.

  • Additionally, I improved document organization by implementing a record-filing system, managed office mail and shipments, restocked supplies, and maintained stock levels.

Sound/Vision Mixer

Tamil HD Broadcast Network
1 2019 - 1 2020
  • Coordinated with engineers and producers to ensure effective operation of broadcast systems.
  • Regulated sound qualities and volume levels during recording sessions to produce desired outcomes.
  • Processed requests for graphics quickly and systematically to create efficient designs
  • Inspected work and corrected imperfections to achieve top-quality deliverables

Technical Support Executive

Dynamic AV
02.2017 - 12.2017
  • Worked with country agents in Sri Lanka for brands like Sennheiser, JBL, SoundCraft, and others. I enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving technical issues, provided exceptional support, and handled general office tasks. I worked flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and excelled in team settings by offering support and guidance. I resolved problems, improved operations, and delivered technical assistance through phone and email with consistent professionalism.

Freelance AV/Live Sound Technician

StageCraftPro LLC
1 2015 - 7 2016
  • Separated instruments, vocals and peripheral sounds and mixed during post-production stage.
  • Controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs to produce high-quality tracks for variety of clients.
  • Prepared, packed and transported audio equipment for events and location shoots.
  • Prepared for recording sessions by selecting and setting up microphones.
  • Performed sound quality checks and front-of-house mixing to maintain company sound system.
  • Recorded speech and music in digital formats.
  • Mixed voices, music and taped sound effects for live performances and pre-recorded events.

IT Field Support Technician (1 Year Contract)

Classical Palace LLC
04.2015 - 08.2016
  • Executed client consultations to determine audio-visual needs for events.
  • Performed service and system maintenance as directed.
  • Maintained and documented inventory levels of audio and visual equipment to support continuous availability.
  • Set up projectors, laptops, and microphones for live presentations.
  • Maintained and troubleshooted audio and visual equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Monitored and adjusted sound and lighting levels to optimize live event performance.
  • Trained event staff on the proper use of audio and visual equipment.
  • Tested and calibrated audio and visual equipment to verify proper operation.
  • Conducted regular system backups to protect sensitive data from loss or corruption.

Audio /Vision Mixer

CSN TV Sports Media Network Pvt ld
12.2012 - 4 2015
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • Controlled microphones, sound levels, and outputs to produce high-quality tracks for variety of clients.
  • Separate instruments, vocals, and peripheral sounds were mixed during post-production stage.
  • Regulated sound qualities and volume levels during recording sessions to produce desired outcomes.
  • Prepared for recording sessions by selecting and setting up microphones.
  • Mixed voices, music, and taped sound effects for live performances and pre-recorded events.
  • Performed site surveys to determine and design appropriate setup and audio equipment needs for various types of live events.
  • Performed sound quality checks and front-of-house mixing to maintain company's sound system.

Technical Support Executive

Sumathi Holdings (Pvt) Ltd
01.2008 - 12.2011
  • Delivered exceptional technical assistance through both phone and email channels while maintaining professionalism at all times.
  • Managed a high volume of tickets in the helpdesk system, consistently meeting or exceeding response time targets.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently resolving technical issues and providing exceptional support.
  • Streamlined troubleshooting processes for faster resolution times, improving overall productivity.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Fire Fighting & Fist Aid

UNK Global Maritime Institute
01.2018 - 08.2018

Some College (No Degree) - High School Or Equivalent in IT

V-Test.com (Pvt) Ltd
01.2011 - 01.2012

Higher National Diploma - Ineternational Business Management

ICBT CAMPUS
01.2004 - 11.2007

Skills

    Make decisions on the fly and troubleshoot

    Microphone usage

    Selecting equipment

    Managing sound quality

    Sound design

    Audio post-production

    Music production

    Field recording

    Planning and Coordination

    Teambuilding

    Dependable and Responsible

Software

Qsys

Biamp

Protools

Cubase

Adobe Premiere Pro

Finalcut Pro

Symtrex

Logitech

Appspace

BrightSign

Samsung Professional displays

Languages

American English

Sinhala

Polish

Arabic

Hindi

Certification

Qsys system design

Accomplishments

    Barco ClickShare technical Expert

Timeline

Clickshare Technical Expert

08-2024

Qsys system design

06-2023

Symetrix

04-2023

Biamp

02-2023

Senior AV/IT Technician

MAS Holdings
02.2020 - 03.2022

Some College (No Degree) - Fire Fighting & Fist Aid

UNK Global Maritime Institute
01.2018 - 08.2018

Technical Support Executive

Dynamic AV
02.2017 - 12.2017

IT Field Support Technician (1 Year Contract)

Classical Palace LLC
04.2015 - 08.2016

Audio /Vision Mixer

CSN TV Sports Media Network Pvt ld
12.2012 - 4 2015

Some College (No Degree) - High School Or Equivalent in IT

V-Test.com (Pvt) Ltd
01.2011 - 01.2012

Technical Support Executive

Sumathi Holdings (Pvt) Ltd
01.2008 - 12.2011

Higher National Diploma - Ineternational Business Management

ICBT CAMPUS
01.2004 - 11.2007

Senior AV/IT Field Support Technician

Malabar Gold and Diamonds LLC
3 2022 - Current

Sound/Vision Mixer

Tamil HD Broadcast Network
1 2019 - 1 2020

Freelance AV/Live Sound Technician

StageCraftPro LLC
1 2015 - 7 2016
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