Hi there, I’m Matthew A. Martell, a detail-oriented Audio Visual Field Technician with over a decade of hands-on experience in installation, integration, and live event support. I thrive on turning complex tech setups into reliable, user-friendly solutions for clients, and I’m known for calm problem-solving, strong communication, and a passion for high-quality audio and visuals. Beyond field work, I enjoy collaborating with teams from sales to programming, staying current with industry certifications, and mentoring others. When I’m not on site, you’ll often find me exploring new audio workflows or refining system designs to deliver crisp sound and clear video for any audience.

Matthew A. Martell

Hi there, I’m Matthew A. Martell, a detail-oriented Audio Visual Field Technician with over a decade of hands-on experience in installation, integration, and live event support. I thrive on turning complex tech setups into reliable, user-friendly solutions for clients, and I’m known for calm problem-solving, strong communication, and a passion for high-quality audio and visuals. Beyond field work, I enjoy collaborating with teams from sales to programming, staying current with industry certifications, and mentoring others. When I’m not on site, you’ll often find me exploring new audio workflows or refining system designs to deliver crisp sound and clear video for any audience.

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Hi there, I’m Matthew A. Martell, a detail-oriented Audio Visual Field Technician with over a decade of hands-on experience in installation, integration, and live event support. I thrive on turning complex tech setups into reliable, user-friendly solutions for clients, and I’m known for calm problem-solving, strong communication, and a passion for high-quality audio and visuals.

Beyond field work, I enjoy collaborating with teams from sales to programming, staying current with industry certifications, and mentoring others. When I’m not on site, you’ll often find me exploring new audio workflows or refining system designs to deliver crisp sound and clear video for any audience.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Audio Visual Field Technician at Intelligent Video Solutions
May 1, 2021 - Present
Installation management and implementation; connecting wires and cables, terminating devices, rack mounting server units, mounting cameras, microphones, speakers and other audio components; wire pulling, device mounting, rigging; reading shop drawings; meeting client needs; troubleshooting and client support; equipment prep, testing, and configuration; continuing education of audio and related certifications.
Audio Visual Field Technician at Intelligent Video Solutions
August 1, 2019 - May 1, 2021
Installation management and implementation; network, server, and DSP configuration including client customization; meeting client needs; project direction, workflow management, and coordinating activities of assistants and other personnel during projects; troubleshooting and client support; end user training; equipment prep and configuration; continuing education of audio related certifications.
Production Technician at Majic Productions
May 1, 2015 - August 1, 2019
Event production for corporate, nonprofit, political sectors and live music performances; setup, operation, maintenance and repair of equipment including microphones, video recorders, projectors, lighting and sound mixing; connecting wires and cables for concerts, sports events, meetings and conventions; building systems from scratch to show run based on diagrams; meeting client needs; project direction and coordinating activities of assistants; problem solving; determining formats and content to meet objectives within budget; set construction and lighting rigging.
Audio Visual Installation Technician at Info Cor
May 1, 2015 - September 1, 2015
Installation projects; read and interpret schematics/AutoCAD drawings; install cables and connectors, mount projectors/screens/displays to walls and ceilings; populate equipment racks; properly terminate and dress rack wiring; lead on projects; travel for installations; ensure positive interaction with customers; manage multiple tasks and deadlines; complete job folder documentation.
Audio/Visual Technician at Dolce Hotels and Resorts
June 1, 2014 - October 1, 2014
Facilitated hundreds of events utilizing technology including projectors, laptops, microphones, audio conferencing, video conferencing, webinars, cameras, teleprompters, iPads, and other devices; deployed BYOD devices; recorded and edited video/audio presentations to client specifications; customer service and administrative tasks.
Music Publication Editor and Publication Coordinator at Plank Road Publishing
May 1, 2013 - August 1, 2013
Music production, editing, proofing, publication layout and design using the Adobe suite and Quark; oversaw musical content editing and article content proofing for Music K-8 issues 24-1 and 24-2.
Intern and Engineering Assistant at 88Nine Radio Milwaukee
June 1, 2012 - December 1, 2012
Assisted on-air staff with audio editing, audio archiving, programming meetings, and overnight voice tracking; mobile broadcasting from Summerfest and many of the volunteer efforts for Radio Milwaukee events; archived Community Stories tracks from 2008-2012.
Helene Zelazo Center Audio Technician at University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee
September 1, 2009 - May 1, 2012
Live event audio assistance, live audio recording, audio mastering, CD duplication, cover design, and audio archiving utilizing Peak; arriving before musician call times to set the house and perform sound checks.

Education

BFA – Music Composition and Audio Technology at University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, Peck School of the Arts
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2013

Qualifications

Biamp Tersira Forte
January 11, 2030 - May 22, 2026
Shure Audio Basics for IT professionals
January 11, 2030 - May 22, 2026
Shure Wired Microphones 101
January 11, 2030 - May 22, 2026
Dante Level 1
January 11, 2030 - May 22, 2026
Axis Communications certification
January 11, 2030 - May 22, 2026
Aerial Work Platform
January 11, 2030 - May 22, 2026
Telehandler
January 11, 2030 - May 22, 2026
OSHA 10
January 11, 2030 - May 22, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education