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Kumerasan s/o Kanayson

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Language

English
Fluent
Tamil
Advanced

Work Experience

ICT Manager at North Vista Primary School (Ministry of Education)
March 1, 2021 - Present
Assists in ICT budget planning and purchases, supports procurement in accordance with MOE policies, tracks ICT facilities and equipment, contributes to school safety and security of ICT assets, and provides IT support and training to teachers.
Technical Supporting Officer (AVA) at Catholic Junior College (Ministry of Education)
August 1, 2009 - January 1, 2021
Runs major events/shows as Audio/Sound Mixing Engineer; trains Film/Sound/Video students to operate shows in the Performing Arts Centre; upgrades and maintains PAC AV equipment; tests new condenser microphones and stage micing; upgrades lighting.
Technical Supporting Officer at National Arts Council/NHB, Sound & Moving Image Lab
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Preservation and quality check of audio materials; analog-to-digital transfer of audio assets.
Audio Trainer at Mastereign Management
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006
Teaching audio/computer editing software in primary/secondary/high schools and colleges; troubleshooting computer hardware; guiding students in creating 30-second jingles; demonstrations of simple recordings & mix-down sessions.
Studio Management & Set up In-Charge at JMC Studio, Melbourne
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004
Managing the studio daily operations; technical setup of mics and audio equipment; troubleshooting/maintenance of audio equipment; test runs of monitors, amplifiers, signal processors & mixing consoles.
Live Sound Setup & Mixing at Decibels Sound Production, Inc., Singapore
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2003
Live sound, DJ and technical support; home recording work; advanced keyboard skills; experienced with analogue & digital consoles; setup and maintenance of audio gear for rentals.
Composer at Orange Socks Pte Ltd (for Vasantham, MediaCorp)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Composed title music and one song for the Singapore Indian TV Series Kannum Kannum Kollai Adithaal.
Composer at EagleVision Pte Ltd (for Vasantham, MediaCorp)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Composed song for the TV Series En uyire.
Music Director/Composer at Vasantham, MediaCorp
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Composed title music and two additional songs for Nijangal3; participated in awards and live performances.
Performer/Musician at Vasantham Live, MediaCorp
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Live performance at the Esplanade; performer for Vasantham Live productions.
Composer at EagleVision Pte Ltd (for Vasantham, MediaCorp)
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Composed song for Kaaviya for Vasantham/MediaCorp.
Best Music Director at Vasantham, MediaCorp
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009
Winner of Best Music Director Award in Natchathiram (Talent Show) for Vasantham.
Sound Designer at Punch Productions / SubStation
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Sound designing for stage drama Mani; internship involved; also contributed sound design for theatre productions at SubStation.
Sound Designer at Mirror Image Productions
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006
Sound designing for Esplanade stage plays including Separation: The Kalinga Trilogy.
CD/Studio Release at Decibels Sound Production, Inc.
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000
Released first CD album for a local community club; started digital recording in Cakewalk Pro Audio.
ICT Manager at North Vista Primary School, Ministry of Education
March 1, 2021 - Present
Finance: assist in budget planning for ICT equipment warranties; Procurement: support small value ICT purchases; Facility Management: track ICT facilities; School Safety/ Security: monitor ICT equipment; Information Technology: provide support, recommendations, and training to teachers regarding ICT capabilities.
Technical Support Officer (Audio Visual Arts) at Catholic Junior College, Ministry of Education
August 1, 2009 - January 1, 2021
Manage major events and shows at the college as Audio/Sound Mixing Engineer; Train Film/Sound/Video students to independently run shows and events in the Performing Arts Centre and School Hall; Oversee upgrades to Performing Arts Centre audio and video equipment; Coordinate maintenance of Performing Arts Centre audio and video systems with vendors; Test new condenser microphones and develop miking techniques and positioning strategies for enhanced sound production during events and shows; Manage Performing Arts Centre lighting upgrades, including installation of new colour gels and gobos.
Technical Support Officer at National Arts Council/National Heritage Board, Sound & Moving Image Lab
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Preserve audio materials; Conduct quality checks on audio materials; Execute analogue-to-digital transfer of audio materials.
Studio Management & Setup Coordinator at JMC Studio, Melbourne
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004
Manage daily studio operations; Technical assistant for microphone and audio equipment setup; Setup, troubleshoot, and maintain audio equipment and electrical devices in the studio; Conduct test runs of monitor speakers, amplifiers, signal processors, and mixing consoles.

Education

Masters in Music Education at National Institute of Education – Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016
Bachelors of Arts in Recording Arts (Honors) at MiddleSex University (SAE), Singapore
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Advanced Diploma in Audio Engineering & Sound Production / Certificate 4 in Audio Engineering & Sound Production at JMC Academy, Melbourne
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004
Diploma in Mechatronics/Electronics at Temasek Polytechnic, Singapore
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2000
Master's in Music Education at National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016
Bachelor of Arts in Recording Arts (Honours) at Middlesex University (SAE), Singapore
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Advanced Diploma in Audio Engineering & Sound Production at JMC Academy, Melbourne, Australia
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004
Certificate IV in Audio Engineering & Sound Production at JMC Academy, Melbourne, Australia
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004
Diploma in Mechatronics/Electronics at Temasek Polytechnic, Singapore
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2000

Qualifications

Advanced Diploma in Audio Engineering & Sound Production / Certificate 4 in Audio Engineering & Sound Production
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2004
Advanced Diploma in Audio Engineering & Sound Production
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004
Certificate IV in Audio Engineering & Sound Production
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004
Diploma in Mechatronics/Electronics
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2000

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other, Government