I've worked in sound for the last 5 years through many different mediums including studio productions, festivals, concerts, live broadcast, sports, and of course podcasts.

Garrett Harinen

I've worked in sound for the last 5 years through many different mediums including studio productions, festivals, concerts, live broadcast, sports, and of course podcasts.

Available to hire

I’ve worked in sound for the last 5 years through many different mediums including studio productions, festivals, concerts, live broadcast, sports, and of course podcasts.

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

TV Director & Editor at Senate Media Services
February 1, 2026 - May 1, 2026
Led control room operations and directed live television and live-streamed broadcasts during the legislative session; coordinated technical and creative teams to navigate strict reliability, accuracy, and nonpartisan standards.
Broadcast Installation Technician at Alpha Video
May 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Handled pulling, installation, termination, and labeling of various audio, network, and video cabling; produced projects with minimal errors or rework and maintained Alpha Video & Audio quality standards.
Audio Technician - Show Imaging
April 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Assisted in daily warehouse operations including troubleshooting and repairing equipment, maintaining inventory, prepping gear for shows, and supporting live festival productions through assembly, operation, and striking of audio, video, and lighting equipment.
Production Technician at Senate Media Services
February 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025
Conducted professional broadcast of all press conferences, sessions, meetings, and studio reports during the 3-month legislative session to live stream and public television; troubleshot to maintain continuous coverage as needed; supported team running graphics, camera operation, and video switching roles as needed.
Live Broadcast Crew at NDSU Athletics
October 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024
Collaborated to create Division 1 sports productions promoting fan engagement for broadcast and arena entertainment; operated cameras, replays systems, graphics, and contributed to control room troubleshooting and workflow as needed.
Broadcast, Music, and Signage Technician at GO! Team
August 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024
Provided entertaining game-day experiences while sustaining the integrity of a national award-winning production team; operated, directed, and supported the production of audio, visual, promotions, music, signage, and broadcast for the Dragon Digital Network for all 15 athletic programs at the university.
Live Entertainment Technician at Freelance
February 1, 2023 - Present
Deployed as an audio engineer and stage hand for various IATSE union jobs and as an A2 for various productions.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Minnesota State University Moorhead, College of Business, Analytics & Communications
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2023
Bachelor of Science in Entertainment Industries and Technology, Emphasis in Audio Technology at Minnesota State University Moorhead, College of Arts & Humanities
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2023

Qualifications

Certified Technology Specialist, AVIXA
December 1, 2025 - May 20, 2026

Industry Experience

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