Contact Information:
Name: / Matthew T. Oakey
Address: / 451 SE 8th St., #25
Homestead,FL33030USA
Phone number: / (305) 245-2711 (home)
E-mail Address: /
Job Profile and Preferences:
My skills are in: / Computer - Networking Systems Engineering & Consulting, Information Technology, Internet Technologies e-Commerce, Entertainment, Sales / Marketing
My highest level of education is: / Bachelors
I am looking for a ____ position: / Full Time
I would like to work in: / FL-Miami
I will consider positions paying : / $60,000 and up
My relevant job experience is: / 9-15 years
I am willing to travel: / 75%
Resume:
Matthew T. Oakey
451 SE 8th St., #25* Homestead, FL33030-7480
hm. (305) 245-2711* e-mail:
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Summary/Objective :
A Master of Electronics with an A+ Certification possessing excellent mechanical and computerese aptitude. A thorough knowledge and understanding of many issues and testing procedures. Well versed in multiple, cross-platform, Networking Configurations, not to mention Operating Systems with a desire to further exercise my abilities. I have at least 15 years Networking, Engineering or Administration skills. Am able to lead or manage a project and I work well with others. I am able to plan and implement the relocation of various servers; email, windows, UNIX, SQL and telecom equipment, as well as planning the "go live" process, with support and failback. I have been responsible for configuring, maintaining and trouble shooting routers, switches, Firewalls, VLANs. I have also been responsible for similar duties surrounding a medium Cisco LAN, also handle the recruiting of Network Engineers to manage and install the interanetwork infrastructure. As a Network Engineer I’ve had to monitor and troubleshoot LAN and WAN connections, security, and resolve password administration issues, troubleshoot multiplexers, hubs, and routers as necessary. I have had to meet with clients, users and technical staff to assess feasibility studies and the application requirements of particular networks. Design the Internet solution including the physical and logical design of the network, where all databases, operating systems, and Internet/Intranet use must be considered when determining the architecture of the network. I posses the ability to troubleshoot/upgrade/replace video, memory, processors, hard drives, modems, soundcards, scanners, printers, UPS's, etc. I have experience with all versions of Windows, Windows XP workstations interfacing with Windows 2000/2003 Servers, Active Directory, Group Policies, Windows Registry, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, ODBC, VB Scripting, and ActiveX, DLLs In depth knowledge of PC networking technologies, data communications, protocols, firewall, switches and routers. I have experience supporting all versions of Office suites including Microsoft Office XP, Outlook and Internet Explorer, knowledge of Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft SQL-Server, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Terminal Server and Symantec Ghost, System Management Server, Sharepoint Portal Server, Microsoft Clustering, VPN's, Disaster Recovery, Pervasive SQL, PCDocs, QuarkXpress and Word Perfect. I have performed as a Mid-level manager to oversee an enterprise network radio and video communications system over a wide area network, metropolitan area network, campus area network and local area network, which included support tactical and command radio infrastructure including backbone equipment, base stations, mobile and other portable or handheld equipment, dispatch consoles, desktop remotes, radio control over internet protocol (RcoIP), microwave systems and all- risk incident support. Also Enterprise network support for data communications within offices and emergency systems, Enterprise network planning, design and change management, Network configuration management, Network operations including documentation and fault management which included Routine network operations for emergency services. I have also performed Network Performance monitoring as well as radio systems management Radio inoperability and system planning as well as electronic site support, routine radio operations and Emergency Services, Tower antenna installation and maintenance and frequency management. I have also been involved with Contract Support for Voice and Video Systems Management, planning, service ordering and coordination. Able to establish effective rapport with general public, colleagues and subordinates. Video /Audio Mixing, Recording, Editing, Designing, Posting Engineer. A proven capacity for discharging increasing responsibility and accountability. Quite able to think on my feet and overcome obstacles quickly and efficiently without succumbing to, or exhibiting, pressure or stress.
Willing to work long hours to achieve the objectives of the establishment, the client, and my own which are: to maximize my abilities, to continually gain new experience and skills, to secure a reputation for completing all challenges and to have some fun in a career I love! Along with our daughters Samantha and Rebecca, my wife Celine and I enjoy traveling and meeting new friends, Scuba Diving, animals and of course anything & everything to do with the Computer, Audio, Video, Film and the Broadcast (read "ENTERTAINMENT") Industry! Following is just a glimpse of my experience, abilities and capabilities:
Computers :
· ANY & ALL Macintosh, Wintel, Silicon Graphics, Tektronix, Intergraph, DEC Alpha or other "PC" configurations and Operating Systems (IRIX, UNIX, MacOS, DOS, Win. 3.1.1, Win95, WinNT (all))
Professional Organizations / Affiliations :
· S.M.P.T.E., S.B.E., F.M.P.T.A., I.T.V.A., A.E.S., also seated as a Board Member in the capacity of Director of Telecommunications & Database Administrator for M.U.G.O.O.
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Previous Experience : 1982 - Present
· MacTech - Macintosh computer services and desktop publishing company - Owner/Engineer/Tech, Proficientin: Tektronix Profile Systems and E.T.C. Editing Systems, Avid Systems, Media 100, Final Cut Pro, IMIX Systems "The Cube", Post Pro, Otari's ProDisk 464 v5, Performer, Premiere, M.Y.O.B., Quicken, FileMaker Pro, Lotus 1-2-3, Access, FoxPro, WingZ, Excel, WORD, PageMaker, PhotoShop, Freehand, Quark Xpress, Illustrator, and many others, in fact, most any Microsoft, Adobe, Macromedia, or Claris application packages.
· 2nd Chief Engineer / Coconut Grove Facility - BVI Inc. - Broadcast Video Productions Inc. and Deep Blue Sea Night Chief Engineer directly supporting ALL departments and responding to ALL equipment malfuctions and post-production needs. Interfacing with appropriate internal Managers to schedule Service needs, at times completing these tasks myself. Meet with Clients and Sales Team members to evaluate technical requirements and present my recommendations. Implemented changes to raise the efficiency of the Engineering Dept. Created spreadsheets, databases to track jobs/clients, their needs, costing and cost of sale per and revenue generated per service. Researched software updates and incompatabilities, created, organized and managed procedures for all digital work to include: All content capture Mpeg and QuickTime creation or conversion, cuts only editing, layback and CD rom/DVD creation. Also heavily involved with internal and external Networking and file distribution to clients (ftp and other means). Installed and integrated only Sony HD Vialta Telecine in South East to existing equipment.
· INSIDE SALES MANAGER / Small Systems Division Design & Engineering Coordinator - ISLAND SYSTEMS & DESIGN. Brought on board to organize and manage the Sales Dept. Implemented many changes to raise the efficiency level of the Sales Dept. (and the Organization in whole). Managed the entire Sales Order process: insured complete accuracy of Quotes and all information of Orders, reconciled with Inventory/Warehouse stock for shipping. Researched and created new Shipping Charges chart. Created many spreadsheets, databases and reports to track customers, their needs, products, prices, quotes, sales, revenue generated per, job costing and cost of sale all to coincide with the P&L.; Interfaced with appropriate internal Managers to schedule Labor, rack configuration or Service needs, at times completing these tasks myself. Supported outside Sales Team (West coast & Corporate/East Coast Offices) with System design and Engineering and Product recommendations. Drafted single-line and Functionals, Rack Configurations, Connector pin-out diagrams. Directly supported and responded to ALL equipment and post-installation needs of ALL Hard Rock Cafes World Wide.
· FACILITIES AUDIO/VIDEO/COMPUTER SYSTEMS ENGINEER and TECHNICIAN - Tribune New Media Development Center formally known as Tribune Interactive Network Services of Tribune Entertainment and Tribune Media Services at The Orlando Sentinel. Integral member in the installation of both the original facility and the expansion to accommodate the 24hr. NewsChannel; CFN13, on TimeWarnerCable. Operation of and debugging of Tektronix Profiles and MC2100, Vela Research MPEG Compressors, E.T.C. PRO and GOLD Editors, Sony Switcher and DME and all fiber optics, CAT5 network, RS232, 422 and IR control, and phone cabling. Responsible for maintenance of entire facility to include remote broadcast bullpen via fiber optics. Special Research project jointly with The Orlando Sentinel and Time Warner's FULL SERVICE NETWORK. Duties also include operation as Videographer, Audio mixer, Floor Director, Teleprompter, Cuts Editor, Network Administration, Shipping/Receiving/Purchasing Clerk, Q.C. and Master Control Operator, Switcher Operator, Phone Guru and Cable Master, not to mention preparing and creating all CAD drawings and documentation for facility, Up/Down Link Feeds from WFTV ch9,WCPX ch6 via fiber optics and down links of our own. Duties also include support of Orlando Sentinel Online (OSO) in America OnLine with Administrative SysOp privileges for Q.C.'ing of upload and download library files and general interface operations and design. Also all Macintosh support for Destination Florida, a KnightRidder/Tribune jointly owned L.L.C. Live and Rehearsed. (and including a little of everything else listed below!)
· FREELANCE VIDEO ENGINEER - For both The Orlando Magic and The Orlando Centroplex in 95 - 96
· FACILITIES AUDIO ENGINEER - Century III, including maintenance of Warren Film & Sound with experience as bench tech, ADR tech/editor, Dialogue Editor, Sound Effects Posting Editor, Audio Post Mix Editor, Q.C. finals prior to broadcast, installed all ISDN, phone and CAT5 network lines - mixed and operated "Media Tour" via satellite of MeatLoaf for "On The Scene Productions." Other responsibilities included: Fiber Optic Network - build & install new lines, troubleshoot, upkeep and patch existing lines. Integral member in installation of Digital Serial Component Edit Suite (Sony equipment) and software. Upkeep of Synclavier & Post Pro Systems. Installation & upkeep of ProDisk systems (2), built an audio suite in two days including all snakes & patchbays. Built custom cables: DB9, 15 & HD, 25, 50, XLR (3, 4, 5 pin), TT specialty adapter cables. Assisted in many VYVXSatellite links. Refab soundstage for "The NEWZ," install EDIFLEX for "Captiva," install Avid for "SeaQuest" and involved in all aspects of production of early episodes of "Fortune Hunter." Upkeep of all Macintosh computers and peripherals on site. Interaction with clients was a commonality. Live and Rehearsed.
· SYSTEMS TECH and DEMONSTRATOR of MEDIA 100, Soft Image, Montage III to include delivery, set-up, training and/or troubleshooting and repair of computers, broadcast equipment, and also shipping/receiving for VideoCentral.
· HIGH END COMPUTER/VIDEO Q.C. Inspection - Total Audio Visual Services. Responsible for check out and maintenance of all video and computer rental gear.
· HOUSE, BROADCAST and/or MONITOR ENGINEER, REPAIR TECH - Carpenter's HomeChurch. Responsible for mix of 96 inputs including vocals and orchestra both contemporary and classic. Live.
· AUDIO ENGINEER / Systems Tech, reconfigure and setup system, operate system for Broadway style shows several times daily aboard CROWN Cruise Lines "MONARCH." Live.
· AUDIO TECHNICIAN, Audio Engineer, Tape Machine Operator, Cameraman, and Grip on several PSA's, Commercials, Music Videos, and even a Movie short by Firesign Theater.
· SOUND DESIGNER, and SOUND EFFECTS EDITOR - assistedin the Digital Audio POST PRODUCTION of an episode of the "Simpson's," and the above mentioned spots.
· HOUSE ENGINEER - CREATION '92, MONITOR ENGINEER / SYSTEMS TECH - CORNERSTONE '92. Outdoor Festival, week long, 68 full bands, dual 48 input Yamaha PM 3000's. LIVE.
· ASSISTANT ENGINEER on Nine PRO DEMORecordings, and several Live/Simulcast Festival Events.
· ROAD TECHNICIAN - Performed ALL duties including Load In & Out, System Interfacing, Rigging, PAR focusing, and system troubleshooting for numerous artist'sincluding: STRYPER, PETRA, WhiteCross, Leon Patillo, Kim Hill, Adrian Belew, Quest, Phil Keaggy, Phil Driscol, DC Talk, Newsboys, Larry Howard, Rick Adams and local bands also. Live.
· WIRING TECHNICIAN - Of a 6 console (32 in. each)Audio/Video posting workstation studio including the System Interface, a 24 in. Soundcraft/ProDisk Studio and ALL wiring for "Post Impressions Studios," FL.
· PROFESSIONAL ELECTRONIC TECHNICIAN - Owner/Operator - TEAM VETA, Dickson City, Pennsylvania 1982 - 1990, Subcontracting business consisted of maintenance of allelectronics and appliances including work for such companies as: SEARS, TRANE, GRUMMAN AEROSPACE- Electronics Division and also two security systems installation companies; VIGIL TECH, and "Top Installer" for PENN ARGUS where I worked in numerous U.S. ARMY Depots.
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Military :TOP SECRET Security Clearance
· Honorable Discharge - 1986 - U.S. ARMY ·E-4, MOS 15D, LANCE Missile Crew Member
· Telecommunications - TACSAToperator· Expert (Qualified Sniper) - M16/M1, M2
· Expert - ALL Hand Arms / Grenades·Expert - Hand to Hand Combat
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Education :
·Certificate - 1996
Completion of both Adult and Infant C.P.R. training, Red Cross/Florida Hospital
·Certificate - 1996
Completion of Lamaze & Childbirth Preparedness, FloridaHospital
·Certificate - 1995
Completion of Myers - Briggs Type Indication Course for Management
·Graduate - 1995 - G.P.A. 3.9
Bachelor's Degree Equivalent in Theology - Florida Theological Seminary
·Certified - 1992
OpenWater SCUBA - NAUI (National Association of Underwater Instructors), Tampa, FL
·Graduate - 1991 - G.P.A. 3.9
Associates Degree - Recording Arts - FULL SAIL Ctr. f/t RecordingArts - Winter Park, FL
·Graduate - 1984 - G.P.A. 3.8 - Received A+ Certification
Associates Degree - Electronics Engineering - DeVry Technical Institute - Woodbridge, NJ
·Graduate - 1982 - G.P.A. 3.9
Diploma - Advanced Studies - Mid-ValleyHigh School - Throop, PA
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Hands On Experience With The Following Equipment:
· Audio Consoles:
Neve VR Series 60x48 (flying faders and total recall)
SolidState Logic 6000E 48x32 (fully automated with total recall)
Sony MXP 390, 2016, 3036, and Mackie 1604, 24 & 32 by 8bus
Neotek Elan, Soundcraft 800 series, SoundTracs studio and ConcertSound series
Yamaha PM 4000, 3000 and 2800, 2404, 1200 (live sound consoles)
· Audio Recorders:
New England Digital Synclavier and Direct to Disk Post Pro System
Otari ProDisk 464 and Otari MTR 100 24-track, MTR 12, MX 80 and 55
Studer A800 24-track and Studer A 80, Sony DASH 3324/3348, and miniDisc
NAGRA - most all, including the new Digital model
· Signal Processing:
Lexicon, DBX, Drawmer, AMS, Yamaha, Klark-Teknik, T.C. Electronics, Rane,
B.A.S.E., Roland, B.B.E., Brooke Siren, A/D/A, Urei, Korg, Aphex, Teletronix.
·Midi Equipment:
Macintosh, Yamaha, Korg, Roland, Akai, Opcode, Mark of the Unicorn, Studio 3.
· Video Consoles and Editors:
Ampex Vista Video Switcher, DSC Illusion Digital Video Effects Unit
Chyron RGU-2 and Maxine! Character Generator and other systems
G.V.G. 300 and others on up the line to the Tektronix MC2100
Sony 6000, 9000, 3000, 2000 series switchers and DVE/DME's
Editing Technologies Ensemble PRO and GOLD
IMIX, Media 100, Montage, Tektronix Profile PROLINK
· VideoTape Machines:
Studio:
Tektronix Profile - all configurations
Ampex VPR 6, 1" machines with TBC 7's, Ampex Beta SP Studio player/recorder
Sony VO 9800 3/4" SP player/recorder and DIGI BETA's
Sony VO 9000 3/4" SP VTR'S
Panasonic Digital 640 & 750 Series, Any and All SVHS and VHS machines
Field:
Sony VO-4800, 5800, 7000, 95, 96, 9650 field 3/4" recorder
Sony VO-8800 3/4" SP field recorders with time code
Sony VP-6800 Beta SP
· Cameras and Film:
Ikegami 730-A with Studio/Field configuration, 4-14:1 Fujinon lenses.
Ampex CVR-507 Beta SP Camcorder with time code.
Sony DXC 325 and 537 and 637 with up to 55 ENG Lens
Sony M7, VX1000 and also Hi8 and others
JVC & Panasonic F250 and 300 series and Digital 200 & 700 cameras
DP 4:2:2, Rank-Cintel, MagnaTech
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Awards:
· Certificate of Achievement - Tribune Information Systems - for the research, development, design, technical writing and presentation ("with an ease of understanding unparalleled") of a training guide on the use of an AMX automation and control system in a multimedia capable Corporate Conference Room.
REFERENCES
Mr. Dana Roun
Director of Live Sound Productions - FULL SAIL
3300 University Boulevard
Winter Park, Florida32792
(407) 679-0100 / Mr. Chad Barbay
Director- Southeast U.S. Quadrant- N.A.U.I.
566 Calibre Crest
Altamonte Springs, Florida 32714
(407) 869-6808
Mr. James Groves
Equipment Coordinator - WDWPleasureIsland
2121 Scranton Ave.
Orlando, Florida32826
(407) 934-7825 / Mr. Paul Velez
Entertainment Show Support - WDWPleasureIsland
1315 Pleasant Place
Lakeland, Florida33801
(407) 934-7830
Mr. Joe Graziano
President - Island Systems & Design
225 Yellow Place
Rockledge, Florida32955
(407) 638-9966 / Mr. James Lamb
Vice President of Sales - Island Systems & Design
225 Yellow Place
Rockledge, Florida32955
(818) 244-8186
PastorBillWaters
Mt.DoraS.D.A.Church
650 East Cadillac Dr.
Altamonte Springs, Florida32714
(407) 786-3895 / PastorThomasF.Chambers
PilgrimChurch
710 Stonecrest Dr.
New Holland, Pennsylvania17557
(717) 354-4255
Mr. Bob Spangler
Owner/Operator- Susquahanna Sound
Northumberland, Pennsylvania
(717) 473-9733 / Mr. Max Kirkland
Director of Engineering and Operations
Tribune Interactive Network Services
633 North Orange Ave. MP-96
Orlando, Florida32801
(800) 759-8888 pin#5955130
Mr. Tom Gallagher
Top Sales/Eastern Division
P.O. Box 688
KLIPSCH & Associates
Hope, Arkansas71801
(501) 777-6751 / Mr. Dave Wilson- former V.P. Engineering at
Century III at Universal Studios
current Chief Engineer at BritHaus, Orlando
518 South Magnolia Ave.
Orlando, Florida32801
(407) 648-8666
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Matthew T. Oakey
451 SE 8th St.
Ste#25
Homestead, FL33030-7480
US / Primary Phone: 305-245-7480
e-mail:
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Audio / Video / Computer / Broadcast / Network Systems Engineer
Introduction / May I introduce myself, my name is Matthew Oakey, while searching for employment opportunities, I noticed that you may be able to use a person with my background, interests, abilities and experience. I have been employed by Vinpax, Inc. as Chief Technology Officer, Broadcast Video Inc. as Night Chief Engineer, most recently I was employed at Island Systems& Design as Inside Sales Manager over two offices, prior to that I did a stint (temp/fill-in) at Lockheed Martin as a PC Support Engineer with responsibilities over 300 Macintosh, 175 PC, 10 NT servers, 125 Laser printers and the entire LAN forthwith to include Run, Punchdown and moves, and both Software and Hardware support (installation, troubleshoot problems, repair and replacement.) TCP/IP and Novell IPX , NFS and AppleTalk. I have at least 15 years Networking, Engineering or Administration skills. Am able to lead or manage a project and I work well with others. I am able to plan and implement the relocation of various servers; email, windows, UNIX, SQL and telecom equipment, as well as planning the "go live" process, with support and failback. I have been responsible for configuring, maintaining and trouble shooting routers, switches, Firewalls, VLANs. I have also been responsible for similar duties surrounding a medium Cisco LAN, also handle the recruiting of Network Engineers to manage and install the interanetwork infrastructure. As a Network Engineer I’ve had to monitor and troubleshoot LAN and WAN connections, security, and resolve password administration issues, troubleshoot multiplexers, hubs, and routers as necessary. I have had to meet with clients, users and technical staff to assess feasibility studies and the application requirements of particular networks. Design the Internet solution including the physical and logical design of the network, where all databases, operating systems, and Internet/Intranet use must be considered when determining the architecture of the network. I posses the ability to troubleshoot/upgrade/replace video, memory, processors, hard drives, modems, soundcards, scanners, printers, UPS's, etc. I have experience with all versions of Windows, Windows XP workstations interfacing with Windows 2000/2003 Servers, Active Directory, Group Policies, Windows Registry, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, ODBC, VB Scripting, and ActiveX, DLLs In depth knowledge of PC networking technologies, data communications, protocols, firewall, switches and routers. I have experience supporting all versions of Office suites including Microsoft Office XP, Outlook and Internet Explorer, knowledge of Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft SQL-Server, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Terminal Server and Symantec Ghost, System Management Server, Sharepoint Portal Server, Microsoft Clustering, VPN's, Disaster Recovery, Pervasive SQL, PCDocs, QuarkXpress and Word Perfect. I have performed as a Mid-level manager to oversee an enterprise network radio and video communications system over a wide area network, metropolitan area network, campus area network and local area network, which included support tactical and command radio infrastructure including backbone equipment, base stations, mobile and other portable or handheld equipment, dispatch consoles, desktop remotes, radio control over internet protocol (RcoIP), microwave systems and all- risk incident support. Also Enterprise network support for data communications within offices and emergency systems, Enterprise network planning, design and change management, Network configuration management, Network operations including documentation and fault management which included Routine network operations for emergency services. I have also performed Network Performance monitoring as well as radio systems management Radio inoperability and system planning as well as electronic site support, routine radio operations and Emergency Services, Tower antenna installation and maintenance and frequency management. I have also been involved with Contract Support for Voice and Video Systems Management, planning, service ordering and coordination. Switches, Hubs, Routers, Bridges and all Testing equipment. Eventhough the current thrust of my resume is more along the lines of the Entertainment Industry, I do have substantial background in the Computer Industry, Sales & Acquisition and Management as well. From protocol interfacing to database administering and tuning, from multi-platform system integration to web site design and maintenance, I have had involvement in many areas of research and development also, from the training of bottle-nose dolphin (to measure intellect and I.Q.) the Ultra High Speed Networks (56K Frame Relay, ISDN, T1, T3, OC-3, OC-48, and Fiber of all flavors), from voice over IP to instant remote sensing emergency paging, web based data collection and mining to Video on Demand, from Localtalk, 10baseT & 100baseT (switched), FDDI, ATM to Infrared and Microwave transmission. My resume is well packed and there are way too many more qualitative events and quantitative experiences to be able to be included in a "compact" yet thorough and pleasingly presented document. I am confident that I can be an asset to the organization, and I do look forward to further discussion regarding career opportunities with your Company. So I'll Thank You in advance for taking your time and consideration, all that I ask is that you thoroughly read the whole resume with an open, (growth/outside the box) future thinking mind. Please feel free to contact me at your convenience.