Scott Welsh, CTS-D

37 La Cascada Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 email scbjwelsh@cox.net
DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING & TECHNICAL SERVICES
Video/Audio/Control/Multi-Media Systems Integration Results-driven Technology Specialist with over 20 years experience in all aspects of A/V and Broadcast Systems Integration from component level repair to Installation, Consulting and Engineering of Integrated Systems. I have played a major role in hundreds of projects, ranging from simple presentation facilities to Boardrooms, City Council Chambers, Large Production and Sports Facilities. Managed Service, Project Management, Programming and Engineering Teams, as well as providing Sales Engineering Support and guidance. Approach to all tasks, assignments and projects, is a Can Do approach. Expertise and achievements include: Design and Engineering Technical Training Sales Engineering Service and Integration Management Customer Relationship Management Project Management Control System Programming Consultant/Systems Integrator Field Engineering Teambuilding and Leadership Engineering
Excellent ability to Engineer and Design Audio/Visual Systems as well as lead design teams, to meet and/or exceed all project requirements and client expectations. Excellent ability to pay attention to the fine detail portion of projects. Ability to value Engineer projects to for improved profitability of projects, while still meeting client/end-user needs and expectations.

Project Management

Aggressive customer focus, understanding customer needs and desires and adjusting expectations when necessary to fit project realities. Coordination of all aspects of project, including but not limited to project schedules, working with general contractors, architects, consultants and end-users. In addition overseeing projects from start to finish ensuring the project is completed to the highest possible quality.

Technical Training

Coordination of all technical aspects of staff training. Manage and direct manufacturers and trainers on the needs of the technical staff. Train technical staff on audio, video, control and electronic basics as it pertains to AV Integration.

Teambuilding

Lead by example, promoting teamwork and information sharing with the goal of strengthening individual performance and accountability.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Spinitar, Santa Fe Springs, CA DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING 1999 to 2006
Manage and perform all functions of Systems Design, integration, installation and service, with excellent success in ensuring the highest quality service and support for all clients. Played major role in transition of company from box house to Integration facility. Managed increase in projects from 3-4 projects to an average of 70 to 80 active projects per month. Worked diligently with other management team members to develop proper systems procedures and policies to effectively process and complete projects from start to finish, ensuring the highest possible level of customer satisfaction while still performing major roles for active projects. Hands on Manager with ability to step in and manage, program, project manage, design and/or install as necessary to properly complete projects. Worked with team to develop and create efficient and inclusive Audio/Visual Systems processes.
Hoffman Video Systems, Burbank, CA 1998 to 1999 PROJECT MANAGER / CLOSER
Managed and coordinated the completion of all difficult and highly technical Audio/Visual projects. Labeled as project closer. Tasked to rebuild relationships with clients in order to properly close out projects and maintain future client relationships. Scope of responsibility included market planning, Performed all functions such as installation, engineering/design, programming and project management as required to closeout projects.

Televideo, San Diego, CA 1990 to 1995 & 1996 to 1998 INSTALLATION MANAGER Managed installation and service departments, and improved team productivity, quality and project completion success. Worked with sales team to create competitive yet profitable systems proposals. Acted as lead installer, project manager, engineer/designer, service technician and/or programmer. Assisted and created new and efficient systems integration processes. Multi-Media Presentation Group, San Diego, CA Video Engineer Lead Engineer on large production projects. Repaired and maintained Staging and Rental equipment pool. 1995 to 1996
U.S. Navy, San Diego, CA 1986 to 1990 INTERIOR COMMUNICATIONS TECHNICIAN Charged with responsibility of Maintaining Super S.I.T.E., Pilot Briefing System and Ships Security Systems on Aircraft Carrier U.S.S. Independence serving over 5000 shipmates.

Project Highlights

Nortel Networks / Large multi-room Training Facility City of Inglewood / Traffic Management Control Room City of Fremont / City Council Chamber City of Corona / City Council Chamber CAL Channel / Broadcast Head-end, studio and Post Production facility. Anaheim Angels / Scoreboard and replay System
Alliance Pharmaceutical / Training Facility Dimension Cable / Studio and Post Production facility Cox Arena / Scoreboard and replay system Star Telecom / Control Room and Boardroom facilities. Cayenta / Large multi-room training facility Superior Court Contra Costa / Courtroom Interactive Multi-Media Systems.
EDUCATION/TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS Civilian Sony: VPH-1271Q, DXC-327 and 8mm Technology Panasonic: SVHS VCR Repair AMX: Programming and Technical Support Barco: 801, 1000, and 8001 Repair and Setup Clear One: Audio System Configuration and Setup Crestron: Programming and Support Peavey: Media Matrix Certification Class Extron: Advanced Technical Training ICIA: CTS Certification and Multiple Seminars and Workshops. Achieved CTSD certification. Mesa College: Significant progress toward Associate in Science Degree Middle Atlantic: Rack management and design Dale Carnegie
Biamp: Audia Flex configuration Jupiter: Wall Processor configuration Polycom: VTC & Vortex configuration Christie Digital: Wall Processor & Projector Configuration. Military Basic Electronics and Electricity Interior Electronics A School S.I.T.E. TV Systems C School ANSXQ-8 Pilot Briefing Systems C School RF Distribution C School Leadership, Management, Education and Training