Freelance Entertainment and AV Technician
Orlando, Florida Area
- Current
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- Freelance Technician at LMG
- Freelance A/V Technician at Freeman Audio Visual Solutions
- Owner at JRB Technical (Self-employed)
- Past
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- Technical Director at Lighting Systems Design, Inc.
- Parkwide Systems Technician at Islands of Adventure (Universal)
- Stage Technician Level II at Walt Disney World Co. (Epcot)
- Stage Technician Level III at Walt Disney World Co. (Epcot)
- Stage Technician at Walt Disney World Co. (Disney MGM Studios)
- Education
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- InfoComm Academy
- Connections
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- Industry
- Events Services
- Websites
John Birchman, CTS’s Summary
To continue work experiences within the entertainment field while continuing to expand my knowledge as a technician, as well as opportunities for A/V installation, systems integration, and show control projects.
John Birchman, CTS’s Specialties:
Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) from InfoComm International
John Birchman, CTS’s Experience
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Freelance Technician
LMG
(Media Production industry)
November 2007 — Present (2 years 1 month)
Freelance technician for corporate events in the Central Florida area.
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Freelance A/V Technician
Freeman Audio Visual Solutions
(Entertainment industry)
November 2005 — Present (4 years 1 month)
Responsible for setting up, operating, and striking A/V equipment for Exhibits, Meeting Rooms, and General Sessions at the Orlando Convention Center and area Hotels. This includes audio, video, and computer equipment. (formerly AVW-TELAV)
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Owner
JRB Technical (Self-employed)
(Self-Employed; Myself Only; Entertainment industry)
June 2005 — Present (4 years 6 months)
I am a freelance AV, lighting, and stage technician in the Orlando / Central Florida area providing skills and support to several shows, productions, and conventions in the area, including the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC).
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Technical Director
Lighting Systems Design, Inc.
(Privately Held; 1-10 employees; Entertainment industry)
December 1999 — October 2005 (5 years 11 months)
Responsible for specifying equipment for installations and productions, computer system builds in-house and for clients, systems integration, laser system setup and operation, office and show site network management, website management, product research and development, low level electronics design and board layout, CAD and
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Parkwide Systems Technician
Islands of Adventure (Universal)
(Public Company; Entertainment industry)
September 1998 — December 1999 (1 year 4 months)
Responsibilities include operation and maintenance of Laser systems utilized throughout the park as part of special effects in attractions. Also maintaining and repairing all elements of the Parkwide Show Systems throughout the site including audio, visual, and film projection, as well as performing preventive maintenance.
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Stage Technician Level II
Walt Disney World Co. (Epcot)
(Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; Entertainment industry)
September 1996 — September 1998 (2 years 1 month)
Responsible for technical theatre aspects for Germany Biergarten restaurant and dinner show, including lighting and audio, general maintenance, repair, and upkeep of equipment, training, and other stage responsibilities as needed. Upgrade and installation of new audio cabling for FOH console and effects racks. Upgrade and
installation of new lighting console and DMX rack connections to existing dimmers. Also finalized portions of facility lighting and audio rehab and future facility upgrade requirements. -
Stage Technician Level III
Walt Disney World Co. (Epcot)
(Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; Entertainment industry)
June 1990 — September 1996 (6 years 4 months)
Show and Laser Technician for IllumiNations, including training of new technicians.
Technician for Germany Biergarten restaurant and dinner show. -
Stage Technician
Walt Disney World Co. (Disney MGM Studios)
(Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; Entertainment industry)
March 1989 — June 1990 (1 year 4 months)
Show Technician for Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular and Superstar Television.
John Birchman, CTS’s Education
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InfoComm Academy
A/V Continuing Education 2006 — 2007
InfoComm Installation
InfoComm Audio-Video & Control System Networking
InfoComm Essentials of the AV Industry
Additional Information
John Birchman, CTS’s Websites:
John Birchman, CTS’s Interests:
Model railroading, music, and technology.
John Birchman, CTS’s Groups:
InfoComm International, International Laser Display Association
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The Walt Disney Company Alumni Group -
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PRO AV -
Freelance Audio Visual Technicians
John Birchman, CTS’s Honors:
Award for Excellence
-from US Army Military District of Washington
Spirit of Disney Award
-from Walt Disney World Company
Senior IllumiNations Technician
-from Walt Disney Entertainment
Laser and Electro-Optics Certification
-from Walt Disney Entertainment
Stage Pyrotechnician Certification
-from Walt Disney Entertainment
John Birchman, CTS’s Contact Settings
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