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Hi, I’m Collin McCormack, a video production leader with a strong background in live event operations, technical planning, and team management.
I excel in video playback systems, live camera operations, and inventory coordination to deliver seamless productions, while promoting safety, creativity, and collaboration across diverse academic and corporate environments.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Video and Media Design Manager at Carnegie Mellon University
July 1, 2025 - November 13, 2025Support the curricular, operational, and productions for the Video and Media Design (VMD) program within the School of Drama; provide technical training and production support for student-designed productions; advise on video system design, projector/monitor rigging, and live media integration; oversee equipment maintenance and inventory management to improve production efficiency and reliability; promote safety, creativity, and collaboration within a diverse academic community.
Head Video, Stagehand, Camera Operator at IATSE Local 134
June 30, 2025 - June 30, 2025Assembled and installed audio-visual equipment for live events and corporate meetings; managed live switching, on-stage speaker preparation, and camera operations as Technical Director for IMG and recordings; operated cameras for IMG and live events, aligning with directives from directors/clients; assembled and programmed lighting fixtures based on detailed plots, ensuring precise hanging, focusing, and programming, while troubleshooting complex audio, video, and electrical issues.
Senior Video Studio Specialist at Palo Alto Networks
March 31, 2024 - March 31, 2024Managed and engineered a complete studio overhaul, improving production quality to professional standards; directed and technically directed video projects involving subject-matter experts, executives, and celebrities; edited and animated video content for diverse digital platforms; developed new video production workflows that tripled output efficiency and significantly increased revenue through multimedia campaigns.
Multimedia Specialist (Freelance) at Nameless Creations USA
September 1, 2004 - November 13, 2025Delivered end-to-end video production services encompassing pre-production, production, and post-production; designed and implemented custom audiovisual solutions, including camera rigs and automated systems for diverse events and productions; developed custom software for inventory management and remote video operations to enhance operational efficiency.
Video Production Generalist at Stanford University
March 31, 2019 - March 31, 2019Operated ARRI Amira and Alexa cameras for studio/on-location recordings; designed lighting setups and provided stagehand support for diverse studio and campus-wide events; collaborated with clients across the Stanford community to realize their creative and technical visions.
Senior Video Production Associate at Silicon Valley Bank
September 30, 2018 - September 30, 2018Managed all video team projects as Project Manager, Producer, and Director of Photography; recognized as the team's Multimedia Utility Player; mentored interns and junior staff; built and maintained editing systems and studio infrastructure to optimize video production activities.
Studio Manager at Eagle Productivity Solutions
December 31, 2012 - December 31, 2012Managed production of all photo, video, and audio assets for course development; established an in-house studio and led a production team; implemented processes that reduced production time from 3 days to 1; created a searchable photo archive to improve asset accessibility and streamline usage across departments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts at SUNY Brockport
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2005Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
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