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Hi, I’m Barron Darby, a veteran technologist and creative engineer blending AI, software engineering, and multimedia design to produce next-generation generative content. With 20+ years of experience, I accelerate visual pipelines, elevate 4K rendering, and deliver cinematic AI-driven assets across enterprise and creative environments.
I specialize in AI-driven video synthesis, automation, and digital modernization, leading cross-functional teams to implement cloud-first, Zero Trust architectures, and secure, scalable solutions while maintaining a human-centered storytelling approach.
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Work Experience
Senior IT & Multimedia Engineer at U.S. Department of the Treasury – Internal Revenue Service
September 1, 2025 - October 21, 2025Spearheaded AI multimedia transformation projects, producing cinematic 4K visuals and digital assets using Runway Gen-2, Kling, Stable Diffusion, and Filmora. Engineered automated AI video generation pipelines, reducing production cycle times from 15 hours to under 1 minute. Improved DevOps ROI through automation and process optimization across content and development workflows. Authored modernization frameworks and strategic technology roadmaps for cross-agency implementation. Delivered digital storytelling and AI content for enterprise-wide communication and training. Guided cloud-first strategies and Zero Trust Architecture to enhance infrastructure security and scalability.
Senior Software Engineer at General Dynamics Information Technology – Government Accountability Office (GAO)
January 1, 2019 - October 21, 2025Led engineering teams on a $44M modernization initiative integrating AI visualization tools with enterprise reporting systems. Achieved 100% privileged-user compliance and 96% MFA adoption, improving cybersecurity posture. Developed AI-enhanced data visualization dashboards using generative and real-time rendering techniques. Recognized subject matter expert in Microsoft Access, Visual Basic, and data-driven automation. Directed cross-functional teams in application modernization, risk management, and performance improvement.
Technical Analyst / Access Programmer at Unissant – Department of Housing and Urban Development
January 1, 2011 - October 21, 2025Developed AI-assisted applications for data reporting and analytics in a 100+ user environment. Created relational databases and real-time dashboards with VBA, SQL Server, and Oracle. Streamlined manual data workflows, achieving a 75% reduction in reporting time. Implemented user-centered design principles improving accessibility and functionality.
Program Analyst / Access Programmer at U.S. Department of Labor – Office of Foreign Labor Certification
January 1, 2009 - October 21, 2025Designed and maintained data analysis systems using Access, Oracle, and VBA. Built visual dashboards and generative reports to support program performance evaluations. Supported automation of legacy manual processes improving data accuracy and efficiency.
Education
B.S. Information Technology at University of Phoenix
January 11, 2030 - October 21, 2025Information Technology Studies at Strayer University, Washington, D.C.
January 11, 2030 - October 21, 2025Qualifications
Industry Experience
Government, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment
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