I am a results- and service-driven Broadcast Technologist with over 20 years of experience supporting complex technical projects worldwide for various media, broadcast, IT, and IP businesses. I excel at stakeholder engagement, negotiating and managing client needs while building strong alliances across functional teams, vendors, and senior leaders. I have worked with renowned broadcasters such as Disney Asia, HBO Asia, the Seven Network, Nine Network, BSkyB, SBS, Prime7, Channel 5 London, and Chello Media Amsterdam. My expertise lies in operational television, system design, technical support, team leadership, and strategic planning. I am passionate about delivering high-profile digital system initiatives on time and to budget, providing excellent communication, problem resolution, and training to ensure successful project outcomes and satisfied clients.

Harry Rainbird

I am a results- and service-driven Broadcast Technologist with over 20 years of experience supporting complex technical projects worldwide for various media, broadcast, IT, and IP businesses. I excel at stakeholder engagement, negotiating and managing client needs while building strong alliances across functional teams, vendors, and senior leaders. I have worked with renowned broadcasters such as Disney Asia, HBO Asia, the Seven Network, Nine Network, BSkyB, SBS, Prime7, Channel 5 London, and Chello Media Amsterdam. My expertise lies in operational television, system design, technical support, team leadership, and strategic planning. I am passionate about delivering high-profile digital system initiatives on time and to budget, providing excellent communication, problem resolution, and training to ensure successful project outcomes and satisfied clients.

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I am a results- and service-driven Broadcast Technologist with over 20 years of experience supporting complex technical projects worldwide for various media, broadcast, IT, and IP businesses. I excel at stakeholder engagement, negotiating and managing client needs while building strong alliances across functional teams, vendors, and senior leaders. I have worked with renowned broadcasters such as Disney Asia, HBO Asia, the Seven Network, Nine Network, BSkyB, SBS, Prime7, Channel 5 London, and Chello Media Amsterdam.

My expertise lies in operational television, system design, technical support, team leadership, and strategic planning. I am passionate about delivering high-profile digital system initiatives on time and to budget, providing excellent communication, problem resolution, and training to ensure successful project outcomes and satisfied clients.

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Experience Level

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Language

English
Fluent
Dutch
Advanced

Work Experience

Broadcast Technologist (Contract Consultancy) at Rainbird Productions
January 1, 2014 - Present
Lead stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and communication with internal and external clients while managing complex broadcast technology projects including digital system deployment planning, onsite and remote technical support, budget and scope management, and contract governance. Key projects included major upgrades and system replacements for HBO Asia, Singtel, and Network Ten involving Mediator Digital Asset Management and cloud-based disaster recovery system integration.
Broadcast Technologist at Evertz Microsystems
January 1, 2014 - August 31, 2025
Tested, deployed, and troubleshot broadcast systems worldwide; led engineering and development teams to create client-driven broadcast technology workflows; collaborated with sales and development teams on customized system designs; delivered Scrum training to internal teams. Key projects included sophisticated digital asset management and automated playout system deliveries to Disney Asia, Southern Cross Austereo, Singtel, HBO Asia, AMC Astana, Globecast UK, WRN, and Podmoskovie.
Automation Field Engineer, EMEA Region at Harris Systems (Now Imagine Communications)
January 1, 2009 - August 31, 2025
Provided on-site ongoing support and maintenance for clients in EMEA; instructed operations and maintenance courses; developed technical solutions collaboratively with development teams. Key projects included building and commissioning new automation solutions for RTV Slovenia, upgrading systems for Russia ORT, and managing broadcast demonstrations at the International Broadcast Convention.
Broadcast Systems Coordinator at SBS
January 1, 2006 - August 31, 2025
Managed a team of 25 broadcast engineers and operators to deliver broadcast services and automation system management. Coordinated projects involving government broadcasters and hardware manufacturers, led digital upgrades from analogue systems, initiated staff training projects, and merged technical divisions to improve operational efficiency.
Broadcast Technologist : Contract Consultancy at Rainbird Productions
January 1, 2014 - Present
Responsible for stakeholder engagement with internal and external clients, negotiating and managing expectations using Microsoft Project Deployment Plan. Provided onsite and remote technical support while cultivating and maintaining strong business relationships. Planned and directed all aspects of high-profile digital system initiatives including budget, scope, costs, deadlines, and quality. Reported on entire project progress ensuring alignment with client brief and objectives, and completed contract governance and sign-offs. Key projects included the HBO Asia Mediator Digital Asset Management upgrade, Singtel new system design proposal, and Network Ten play out and SDVN hybrid cloud DR system replacement.
Broadcast Technologist at Evertz Microsystems
January 1, 2014 - August 31, 2025
Tested, deployed and troubleshot new system functionalities and workflows. Led teams of engineers and developers to successfully complete projects. Collaborated with development and sales teams to deliver client-required systems. Delivered Scrum methodology training within the organization. Managed complex digital asset management and play out automation system projects for clients including Disney Asia, Southern Cross Austereo, Singtel, HBO Asia, AMC Astana Kazakhstan, Globecast UK, World Radio Network, and Podmoskovie, with typical project values from US$1,000 to US$5 million.
Automation Field Engineer, EMEA Region at Harris Systems (now Imagine Communications)
January 1, 2009 - August 31, 2025
Provided ongoing engineering support and on-site maintenance for clients across the EMEA region. Served as on-site operations and maintenance course instructor. Analyzed technical issues collaboratively with development teams and created solutions. Led and commissioned projects such as new Harris automation systems for RTV Slovenia, upgrades for Russia ORT, and presentations at International Broadcast Convention.
Broadcast Systems Coordinator at SBS
December 31, 2006 - August 31, 2025
Managed a team of 25 broadcast engineers and master control operators delivering broadcast services including play out automation systems. Liaised with government broadcasters, system integrators, and hardware manufacturers such as Harris, Avid, Thomson and Sony for in-house projects. Led documentation, reverse engineering, and supported over 130 racks of technical hardware to keep SBS TV and radio channels operational. Spearheaded analogue to digital upgrades, initiated staff training, and implemented digital reporting/documentation processes.

Education

Diploma of music at University of New England
December 19, 2023 - December 19, 2024
High distinctions.
Certificate in Music Engineering and Production at Tamworth Technical & Further Education College
January 11, 2030 - August 31, 2025
Certificate in Music Engineering and Production at Tamworth Technical & Further Education College
January 11, 2030 - August 31, 2025

Qualifications

Diploma music Technology
December 19, 2022 - December 20, 2023
PRINCE 2 Certified Practitioner of Project Management
January 11, 2030 - August 31, 2025
Certified SCRUM Master (Scrum Alliance Member)
January 1, 2011 - August 31, 2025
Cricket Australia Accredited Community Coach (Albany Creek Hawks)
January 11, 2030 - August 31, 2025
Blue Card Holder
January 11, 2030 - August 31, 2025
Forklift License
January 11, 2030 - August 31, 2025
PRINCE2 Certified Practitioner of Project Management
January 11, 2030 - August 31, 2025
Certified SCRUM Master, Scrum Alliance Member
January 1, 2011 - August 31, 2025
Cricket Australia accredited Community Coach
January 11, 2030 - August 31, 2025
Blue Card Holder
January 11, 2030 - August 31, 2025
Forklift License
January 11, 2030 - August 31, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Telecommunications, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Computers & Electronics