CHRIS CALANDRO
(315)406-7137 / christopher.calandro@gmail.com
- SUMMARY
I am a skilled engineer with focuses in audio, video, and networking. I have strong computer skills in Cisco, Linux, Mac, and PC platforms. I have a strong understanding of advanced networking configuration including best practices for A/V over IP and SMPTE 2110.
- TECHNICAL SKILLS
| Analog and Digital Audio Consoles (Digico, SSL, Calcrec, Yamaha) | Technical team supervision, management, organization, training and development. |
| Networked based audio/video protocols (SMPTE 2110, Dante, AES67, NDI, WEBRTC) | 3D acoustical simulation and tuning (Soundvision, Arraycalc, SMAART) |
| Managed Switches / Cisco IOS | Intercom systems (Reidel, RTS, Bolero, Clearcom) |
| Windows / Mac / Linux operating systems | Programming (JS, C, C++, C#, .NET) |
| Autocad | Network configuration(Vlans, STP, PTP, QOS) |
| Systems Management (Evertz control and routers) | System design, implementation, and support |
| component level Troubleshooting | Electrical test tools (DMMs Oscilloscopes) |
| Soldering (including surface mount components) | Structured cabling and termination |
EXPERIENCE
09/2020 – Current
Audio Engineer, SoFi Stadium
06/2019 – 09/2021
Engineering, NBC Universal
Configuration, Maintenance, and support of IP and SMPTE 2110 based devices in a broadcast facility. Devices include Avid and Lawo audio consoles, RTS intercoms, Evertz routing and distribution, and a mixture of Dante and Ravenna based audio.
06/2018 – 06/2019
A1, Audio Systems Engineer, Arizona Cardinals Football Club
Managed engineering team and external vendors for design, build, and maintenance of facility audio systems from concept and acoustical design to implementation, support, and operation. Budgeting and project management for long term and short term projects.
11/2016 – 06/2018
Audio Video Engineer Rapid Response Monitoring
Oversaw engineering team and vendors responsible for all audio, video, and building automation systems and programming with a focus in IP connectivity.
Systems in use included active dimming glass, audio systems including Biamp and Q-Sys utilizing AES67 and Dante, control systems such as Crestron.
10/2012 – 11-2016
Service Engineer, Solid State Logic
Utilize technical documents and technical skills to aid in the commissioning and training of advanced audio equipment in studio, broadcast, corporate, and live event markets.
On site technical support and repair. Special focus on IP based systems
EDUCATION
2008 – 2010 BA, Audio Arts and Acoustics, Columbia College
2005 – 2007 AAS, Telecommunications, Cayuga Community College