I am an innovative, proactive Technical Project Manager with a track record of planning, executing, leading and completing complex projects around the world for IT and Media businesses. I build strong client relationships, maintain customer satisfaction and deliver on time, on budget and within scope, always operating with integrity. I have led cross-functional teams across multiple continents, managed budgets and timelines in Agile environments, and produced regular progress reports for stakeholders. I thrive in dynamic settings where I can apply SDLC methodologies to drive value and continuous improvement. Currently completing my Bachelor degree in music teacher.

Harry Rainbird

I am an innovative, proactive Technical Project Manager with a track record of planning, executing, leading and completing complex projects around the world for IT and Media businesses. I build strong client relationships, maintain customer satisfaction and deliver on time, on budget and within scope, always operating with integrity. I have led cross-functional teams across multiple continents, managed budgets and timelines in Agile environments, and produced regular progress reports for stakeholders. I thrive in dynamic settings where I can apply SDLC methodologies to drive value and continuous improvement. Currently completing my Bachelor degree in music teacher.

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I am an innovative, proactive Technical Project Manager with a track record of planning, executing, leading and completing complex projects around the world for IT and Media businesses. I build strong client relationships, maintain customer satisfaction and deliver on time, on budget and within scope, always operating with integrity.

I have led cross-functional teams across multiple continents, managed budgets and timelines in Agile environments, and produced regular progress reports for stakeholders. I thrive in dynamic settings where I can apply SDLC methodologies to drive value and continuous improvement.
Currently completing my Bachelor degree in music teacher.

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Dutch
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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.
Technical Project Manager at Rainbird Productions
January 1, 2014 - Present
Managed design and manufacturing teams to build proprietary process equipment with aggressive cost and time restraints. Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders, including project contributors, business, operational and technical resources. Outlined work plans, determined resources, wrote timelines and generated initial budgets as part of project scope determination. Collaborated with business users, technical teams, database administrators and testing teams during kick-off meetings, joint application designing and planning sessions to validate requirements. Maintained technical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task and achieve schedule targets. Accomplished client goals by providing quality technical projects. Produced weekly progress reports for customers and senior leaders. Formulated integration system process flows, business process models and data mapping diagrams based on stakeholder specifications, technology surveys and interviews. I
Customer Service Representative at Centrelink
April 1, 2020 - December 1, 2020
Offered advice and assistance to customers, addressing special needs and wants. Educated customers about reporting and support policies and procedures. Entered customer interaction details in Customer First to track requests, document problems and record solutions offered. Promoted superior experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy and resolving problems swiftly. Consistently achieving set KPIs.
Night Fill Team Member at Woolworths
February 1, 2020 - April 1, 2020
Stocked merchandise, labeled items, arranged displays by size or color and greeted customers, directing them to requested products.
Automation Field Engineer at Harris Systems / Imagine Communications
January 1, 2007 - March 1, 2009
Resolved system problems, improved operations and provided on-site client support. Served as on-site operations and maintenance course instructor. Analyzed technical issues with Development to identify solutions.
Technical Project Manager at Evertz Microsystems – The Netherlands
January 1, 2009 - October 1, 2014
Led teams of engineers and developers to complete all project stages. Tested and deployed new system functionalities and workflows. Collaborated with Development and Sales to deliver systems meeting client requirements. Delivered Scrum methodology training to teams and helped clients increase ROI through optimized digital systems.
IT/MEDIA SYSTEMS ACCOUNT MANAGER at SBS – Sydney
February 1, 2004 - December 1, 2006
Managed a team of broadcast engineers and master control operators delivering broadcast services, including playout automation systems. Coordinated with government broadcasters, system integrators and hardware manufacturers; organized project teams and supported over 130 racks of hardware across SBS channels.

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
PRINCE2 Certified Practitioner of Project Management
January 11, 2030 - April 21, 2026
Certified SCRUM Master
January 11, 2030 - April 21, 2026
PRINCE2 Certified Practitioner of Project Management
January 11, 2030 - April 21, 2026
Certified SCRUM Master
January 11, 2030 - April 21, 2026

Industry Experience

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