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John Manini

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I am an experienced Audio-Visual Engineer and Technician with over 15 years in AV production across diverse environments such as live performances, corporate video production, and reality TV filming.

About

I am an experienced Audio-Visual Engineer and Technician with over 15 years in AV production across diverse environments such as live performances, corporate video production, and reality TV filming. Highly energetic and a creative big-picture thinker, I pride myself on delivering consistent results and navigating chaotic situations to lead my team to success.

I excel in both client-facing and behind-the-scenes roles, ensuring technical know-how supports featured guests to shine. Obstacles do not deter me—when I encounter something unknown, I figure it out and make it work, always aiming to provide excellent customer service and dependable technology solutions.

  • 13 years' experience
  • Joined August 2025

Industry experience

  • Education
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Software & Internet
  • Travel & Hospitality
  • Government

Work experience· 10 roles

Skycap Technician · RunStudiosDec 2019 – Aug 2025 · 5 yrs 9 mos

On-site technician supporting high-level Microsoft meetings, conferences, and conventions locally and internationally. Integrated custom built technology packages enabling real time open captions on projection screens during presentations. Maintained detailed knowledge of technology packages for troubleshooting and signal flow management.

Skycap Technician · RunStudiosDec 2019 – Aug 2025 · 5 yrs 9 mos

On-site technician supporting high-level Microsoft meetings, conferences, and conventions locally and internationally. Integrated custom-built technology packages with in-room A/V enabling real-time open captions on projection screens. Maintained detailed knowledge of custom technology packages within room signal flow and performed component troubleshooting.

Sound and Video Operator/Stagehand · Seattle Center/IBEW Local 46/IATSE Local 15Jan 2017 – Present · 9 yrs 11 mos

Provided audiovisual support including setup, operation, and strike for events at Seattle Center venues including Key Arena, The Armory, McCaw Hall, and Fisher Pavilion. Delivered professional service to guests, clients, and partners while managing complex sound and video reinforcement in a high-traffic recreational environment serving approximately 12 million visitors annually.

Sound and Video Operator/Stagehand · City of Seattle (Seattle Center/IBEW Local 46/IATSE Local 15)Jan 2017 – Present · 9 yrs 11 mos
Audio Tech and Sound Mixer · Aquent (Boeing Creative Services)Dec 2014 – Aug 2025 · 10 yrs 9 mos
Audio Tech and Sound Mixer · Aquent (Boeing Creative Services)Dec 2014 – Aug 2025 · 10 yrs 9 mos
Classroom Services Technician II · Seattle UniversityJan 2014 – Present · 12 yrs 11 mos
Classroom Services Technician II · Seattle UniversityJan 2014 – Present · 12 yrs 11 mos

Education

BA Audio Video Engineering/Music Composition/Media Production · Evergreen State College2008
BA Audio Video Engineering/Music Composition/Media Production · Evergreen State College2004 – 2008

Certifications and awards· 8

DANTE Level II Certified2030 – 2025
Extron Certified Control Specialist2030 – 2025
Adobe After Effects CS6 Intensive Certificate2030 – 2025
Commercial Voice Over Instruction2030 – 2025

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