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Senior Audio Visual Systems Designer/Project Manager and AV consultant with a track record delivering mission-critical, corporate, educational, government, and entertainment AV solutions end-to-end—from early client engagement and design through pricing, documentation, testing, and handover. Builds scalable processes and standards to grow AV capability and drive profitable project delivery. Experienced across Canada and the UK, leading teams, managing multiple concurrent projects, and translating deep product knowledge into practical, reliable designs using tools such as AutoCAD and Revit. Also maintains hands-on expertise in live sound and event production, supporting theatre and arena installations with a strong focus on detail, commissioning quality, and client success.…Senior Audio Visual Systems Designer/Project Manager and AV consultant with a track record delivering mission-critical, corporate, educational, government, and entertainment AV solutions end-to-end—from early client engagement and design through pricing, documentation, testing, and handover. Builds scalable processes and standards to grow AV capability and drive profitable project delivery. Experienced across Canada and the UK, leading teams, managing multiple concurrent projects, and translating deep product knowledge into practical, reliable designs using tools such as AutoCAD and Revit. Also maintains hands-on expertise in live sound and event production, supporting theatre and arena installations with a strong focus on detail, commissioning quality, and client success.

Daniel Hunter

Sound Engineer, Audio Engineer, Project Manager, +1

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Senior Audio Visual Systems Designer/Project Manager and AV consultant with a track record delivering mission-critical, corporate, educational, government, and entertainment AV solutions end-to-end—from early client engagement and design through pricing, documentation, testing, and handover. Builds scalable processes and standards to grow AV capability and drive profitable project delivery. Experienced across Canada and the UK, leading teams, managing multiple concurrent projects, and translating deep product knowledge into practical, reliable designs using tools such as AutoCAD and Revit. Also maintains hands-on expertise in live sound and event production, supporting theatre and arena installations with a strong focus on detail, commissioning quality, and client success.…Senior Audio Visual Systems Designer/Project Manager and AV consultant with a track record delivering mission-critical, corporate, educational, government, and entertainment AV solutions end-to-end—from early client engagement and design through pricing, documentation, testing, and handover. Builds scalable processes and standards to grow AV capability and drive profitable project delivery. Experienced across Canada and the UK, leading teams, managing multiple concurrent projects, and translating deep product knowledge into practical, reliable designs using tools such as AutoCAD and Revit. Also maintains hands-on expertise in live sound and event production, supporting theatre and arena installations with a strong focus on detail, commissioning quality, and client success.

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Senior Audio Visual Systems Designer/Project Manager and AV consultant with a track record delivering mission-critical, corporate, educational, government, and entertainment AV solutions end-to-end—from early client engagement and design through pricing, documentation, testing, and handover. Builds scalable processes and standards to grow AV capability and drive profitable project delivery.

Experienced across Canada and the UK, leading teams, managing multiple concurrent projects, and translating deep product knowledge into practical, reliable designs using tools such as AutoCAD and Revit. Also maintains hands-on expertise in live sound and event production, supporting theatre and arena installations with a strong focus on detail, commissioning quality, and client success.

Skills

Audio

Leadership

Experience Level

Audio

Expert

Leadership

Expert

Work Experience

Senior AV & Technology Designer / PM & Consultant at Evans Console

March 1, 2024 - Present

Head-hunted to build a new AV and Technology department in Calgary focused on mission-critical spaces. Defined department processes and design/technical standards to improve win-rate and increase revenue from existing projects while enabling pursuit of new opportunities with AV as the focal point. Established the supporting infrastructure, design practices, and operating procedures needed for profitability within the first year. Hired and onboarded additional team members and delivered multiple successful projects in parallel.

Senior AV Consultant / Senior AV Designer at Mulvey & Banani Audio Visual

July 1, 2021 - March 1, 2024

Oversaw and delivered AV projects across P3 healthcare, government buildings, and condominium developments, as well as corporate and event spaces including theatres. Managed client engagement from initiation through completion; produced pricing, Bills of Materials, and design briefs; and coordinated through final test and client acceptance. Strengths include client-facing communication, organization, and attention to detail, enabling multiple concurrent project deliveries.

Audio Visual Designer at Smith & Andersen

February 1, 2020 - January 31, 2021

Designed integrated AV systems for corporate, sporting, and government sectors. Coordinated with contractors, electrical engineers, and clients to deliver end-to-end AV solutions. Kept designs aligned with new product capabilities and trends. Produced AutoCAD drawings and visual representations of the design process for stakeholders and clients.

AudioVisual Systems Designer at Westbury National

January 1, 2019 - February 1, 2020

Converted client ideas and concepts into complete AV design packages. Built schematic designs based on product knowledge and then produced floorplans, reflective ceiling plans, elevations, and conduit risers. Collated outputs into full drawing packages for clients. Worked across education, community centres, and corporate spaces to broaden sector experience. Left due to company ceasing trading; subsequently secured a new role.

AudioVisual Systems Design & Project Manager at Black Light

December 1, 2016 - September 30, 2018

Designed audio and lighting installations for UK theatres, sporting arenas, and architectural lighting. Delivered projects across the full lifecycle including site visits, concept and design (AutoCAD), planning, and budgeting. Managed a team of 10 across projects through completion and handover. Maintained client relationships and generated repeat business through delivery quality and communication.

Project Manager at University of Edinburgh

September 1, 2013 - April 30, 2014

Planned and delivered an international audio engineering project travelling to Soweto, South Africa in March/April 2014. Co-wrote an audio engineering course (audio engineering for recording and production) in September 2013, later certified by the University of Edinburgh as a social university qualification. Project included recording an album for a youth choir and building sustainable skills for future independent projects and financial independence; delivered certified qualification for 40 young people.

Production Manager (Festivals) at Edinburgh Fringe & International Festival

June 1, 2013 - October 31, 2016

Production management role for Edinburgh International and Fringe festivals. Ran productions across four venues simultaneously (up to 850 capacity) hosting international music theatre and dance groups. Managed a team of approximately 30 staff and volunteers; delivered coordination and operational oversight across venues.

Sound Engineer / AudioVisual Technician at Vision Events

June 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016

Worked in full-time and freelance capacities supporting live events as a sound engineer and AV technician. Delivered audio, lighting, and graphics using modern equipment including D&B, Soundcraft, Midas, and Avolites, keeping technical skills current with evolving live-event technologies.

Freelance Production Manager & Project Manager at Freelance (various venues/artists & production companies)

June 1, 2009 - August 31, 2016

Freelance production management for venues and artists across multiple arts disciplines including music, theatre, dance, and art exhibitions in diverse environments. Most recent noted project: Head of Audio for the Kanye West music video shoot on the Isle of Skye on behalf of Mallinson Television Productions (Glasgow) and Academy Productions (London).