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SYLVAIN LAFFORGUE

📍 Bordeaux, France
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PROFILE

Audio-visual professional with over 20 years of experience as Technical Manager and Sound Engineer in demanding environments. Skilled in technical direction, complex audio-visual project management, team coordination, and multimedia system maintenance. Known for a hands-on approach, technical precision, and a strong sense of collaboration.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Since 2023 — SAE Institute, Bordeaux
Instructor – Sound Design and Audio Post-Production
• Teaching courses in sound design, post-production, and sound for picture
• Supervising semester projects and mentoring students
• Sharing industry knowledge and practical experience with future audio professionals

Since 2016 — La Cité du Vin, Bordeaux
Technical Manager / Head Technician
• Responsible for all technical installations (audio, video, lighting)
• Coordination of technical teams and event operations
• Project lead for the complete refurbishment of the auditorium (AV and lighting systems)
• Liaison between management, service providers, and artists

2005 – 2016 — Eurosport, Paris
Sound Engineer
• Live multilingual mixing for international sports events
• Recording, editing, and mixing of 26- and 52-minute magazine shows
• On-site technical operations during major events: Olympic Games, Roland Garros, Tennis Masters, etc.
• Coordination with production and technical teams

2002 – 2005 — Eurosport, Paris
Audio-Visual Technician (Apprenticeship then Freelance)
• Operation and maintenance of audio-visual control rooms
• Technical support and system optimization

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EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

2019 — Gobelins, Paris
Continuing education in Sound Design for Visual Media
Modulo Pi & Barco certification

2004 — BTS Industrial Maintenance

2001 — STI Baccalaureate, Bagnères-de-Bigorre

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SKILLS
• Team management & event coordination
• Audio and video system engineering
• AV system operation and maintenance
• Audio-visual production equipment expertise
• Post-production software proficiency (audio & video)
• Strong technical English