Curriculum Vitae of Sipho Petros Masango

CURRICULUM VITAE OF SIPHO MASANGO

SOUND & AUDIO VISUAL ENGINEER

Mobile: +27761616225 1597 Block X, Soshanguve+27769631468Pretoria,

Email:siphomasango87@gmail.com

Objective:To obtain a challenging position in the field of audio/visual and event technology utilizing my extensive technical experience and excellent customer service skills.EducationNational Diploma in Performing Arts Technology (Merit) TshwaneUniversity of Technology, Pretoria (2010)Matriculation SoshanguveHigh School, Pretoria (2005)Qualifications Over 8 years of experience in the professional audio, video, lighting, rigging and computer technology field. Audio visual engineer on many high profile large scale events and extensive experience will all aspects of audio and video particularly in corporate hotel/convention AV setting. Proficient in wide variety of industry standard equipment including line arrays, monitors, digital & analogue consoles, outboard processing, loudspeaker management systems, wireless microphones systems, telephone audio interfaces, Polycom, Crestron, switchers, projectors, broadcast quality cameras, and much more. Proficient on both PC & Mac platforms, and industry software such as Powerpoint, and MS Office. Self-motivated leader that can work independently on projects, as well as a team player working together towards a common goal. Adapt quickly to new systems and information and possesses excellent multitasking, troubleshooting and problem solving skills. Dedicated to providing the highest standard of quality & fulfillment to a wide range of clients.

Employment

Sierra Hotel Group, Burgers Park Hotel, Pretoria: 01/06/ 2014 Present Senior Audio Visual Technician Set up and install equipment such as microphones, sound speakers, video screens, projectors, video monitors, recording equipment, connecting wires and cables, sound and mixing boards for events and functions. Technical administration Project management Managing equipment booking Assessing a venue's AV equipment, and recommending or organizing upgrades when necessary Diagnose and correct media system problems

Bneventgear (In-house Venue Technical Management), Johannesburg: 31/07/2009 30/05/2014 Resident sound engineer and audio visual engineer Setting up equipment according to instructions from Manager. Testing equipment before an event. Finding and dealing with any faults on site. Operating equipment during rehearsals and the event itself. Configuring and setting up all systems as given. Manage and supervise freelancing technicians Checking and servicing the equipment.

Other employment (Freelancing Work)The Sports Awards, Sun City Super Bowl (EPH Productions): 2013Freelance sound engineerGrahamstown National Arts Festival (5 years working there)Venue TechnicianIinstall.com, Monument ParkFreelance installation engineerThe Market Theatre Lab, NewtownLighting Technician

Upstage Productions: Hilton Hotel, Sandton Sound/AV FreelanceBirchwood Hotel, Boksburg AV Technician Freelance

Technical Skills Administration Skills Microsoft Office Communication Skills

Personal Skills Versatile, resourceful, responsible and reliable. Productive, practical and people oriented Innovative

References

Millicent Mbhele (Banqueting Manager)Sierra Hotel Group, Burgers Park Hotelmillicent@sierahotels.co.za +27727051305 / 012322 7500

Jo-Anne Lowry (Managing Director)Upstage Productions+27832691583 / 011 463 8021

HR DepartmentBirchwood Hotel & OR Tambo Conference Centrehr@birchwoodhotel.co.za

Mr BhekiNyerenda (Technical Manager)Bneventgear Productions+27769010839 / 011 056 7254

Mr Freddy Malesa (Managing Director)Breytenbach Theatre+27833763958 / 012 382 6142

Mr HardusKoekemoer (Technical Manager)Breytenbach Theatre012 382 6154SiphoMasango1597 Block X, SoshanguvePretoria, Gauteng, 0152+27761616225Siphomasango87@gmail.com

Application for AV Technician PositionI am writing this letter to show my interest for the position of AV Technician Position in your company. I came across the advertisement in the job portal. I have enclosed my resume with this letter for your further attention.I am a graduate in performing arts technology and I have six years of experience as an audio visual engineer. In the past I have worked with renowned companies and I have excellent tract of small and large projects to report. I am well versed in all the latest media equipment and have a good knowledge about the different process and procedure involved to bring the most qualitative product in particular media production. I believe in working in team. I am creative person and highly motivated.If you feel I meet up to your expectation, please call me at (+27761616225).Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to hear from you at your convenient time.Sincerely,Sipho

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