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Fabian Nicholas

Fabian Nicholas

Audio Visual Manager · Audio Visual Technician · IT Support Technician · Customer Service Manager · Operations Manager
Petaling Jaya

Summary

Adaptable operations manager with strong technical acumen, exemplary leadership, and a track record of excellence in diverse industries, including commercial studios, television broadcasting, live events, IT systems, and business marketing. Recognized for successfully overseeing recording and business operations, ensuring project success, and garnering multiple industry awards. Proficient in managing a spectrum of equipment, including broadcasting, large-scale news operations, sound master control, audio visual equipment - network base, non-linear, and post-production suites.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
23
23
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Information Technology Desktop Support

Axiom Technologies
07.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced system performance by troubleshooting and resolving hardware, software, and network issues.
  • Streamlined operations with effective management of software licenses, user accounts, and access control.
  • Spearheaded IT projects to improve infrastructure stability, performance, or security according to organizational needs.
  • Stayed current on industry trends to provide valuable insights on emerging technologies that could benefit the organization's operations or strategy.
  • Reduced downtime for users by providing timely and efficient technical support via phone, email, and in person.
  • Increased user satisfaction by implementing new processes for IT ticket tracking and resolution.
  • Used ticketing systems to manage and process support actions and requests.
  • Diagnosed and troubleshot hardware, software and network issues.
  • Installed and configured operating systems and applications.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and provided technical assistance over phone and in person.

Freelancer

Freelance Operations Management
03.2022 - 06.2024

-Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality work within deadlines.

  • Adapted quickly to changing project requirements, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability under pressure.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and organization.
  • Consultation on integration of Audio Visual designing and installation.
  • Implementation of Business Administration for companies.
  • Project basis such as Audio Visual reinforcement.

Achievements:

  • Standard Chartered Bank Conference System Maintenance.
  • Sound reinforcement for Dining outlet and Convention Centre.
  • Reinforcement and managing whole Management of Dining outlet.

Lead Audio Visual Technician

Astreya
08.2018 - 02.2022
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly addressing concerns and offering viable solutions when issues arose during events or installations.
  • Optimized inventory management to ensure prompt delivery of equipment for various events.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by efficiently managing AV installations and troubleshooting audio-visual equipment.
  • Championed safety protocols for handling AV equipment, significantly reducing workplace accidents and injuries among team members.
  • Coordinated with vendors to source high-quality AV equipment at competitive prices, reducing company expenses.
  • Providing support and training on Audio & Video Conferencing system
  • Maintaining all Google Video Conferencing system in Malaysia

System Engineer

System Electronics & Engineering Sdn Bhd
09.2016 - 04.2018
  • Resolved issues and escalated problems with knowledgeable support and quality service.
  • Resolved complex technical issues through effective problem-solving techniques and root cause analysis.
  • Provided expert support for end-users, ensuring optimal system performance and user satisfaction.
  • Trained junior engineers on best practices related to system administration, providing guidance and mentorship for their professional growth.
  • Created comprehensive documentation for system configurations, procedures, and best practices to facilitate knowledge sharing among team members.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality deliverables.
  • Reduced downtime for critical systems through proactive monitoring and maintenance tasks.
  • Completed software updates and assessed security patches for optimized computer use.

Senior Audio Engineer

Sonicsoul Sdn Bhd
09.2015 - 08.2016
  • Stayed up-to-date with latest audio engineering technologies and techniques through continuous professional development opportunities.
  • Improved team communication by fostering an open dialogue between engineers, musicians, producers, and other stakeholders involved in projects.
  • Boosted client satisfaction rates by providing exceptional customer service and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions.
  • Enhanced sound quality and added various sound effects to recordings.
  • Recorded speech and music in digital formats.

Achievements:

  • Worked in a Team on an award winning Motion Movie Film “Redha” mainly on sound designing.

Creative Audio Engineer

Stellar Entertainment
05.2010 - 08.2015
  • Producing and mixing the audio for true tones, Video Ringtones, Reality shows, corporate videos and documentaries.
  • Produce and Mastering Audio Production for TVC and Radio Advertisement.
  • Account Management such as preparing and finalizing costing for clients.
  • Pitching and creating marketing strategies to gain more clients.
  • Managing the Studio System and Department.
  • To provide creative inputs to agencies and clients mainly on Audio/Sound Production.
  • Troubleshooting and technical support on studio Equipment.
  • Managed team members according to the skill sets of the required task and ensured that resource utilization is optimized.
  • Performed planned preventative maintenance, statutory comp

Achievements:

  • Worked on TVIQ programme which involved cleaning up VO’s and mastering the entire mix. (Project worth RM30 000)
  • Managed and delivered Radio Advertisements for McDonalds, UNICEF, Maybank.
  • Implemented a system for better communication and Procedures workflow across the company covering key departments such as Sound Production, Account and Marketing.
  • Coordinate and direct projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities.
  • Develop and implement policies, standards and procedures for the engineering and technical work performed in the station.
  • Prepare budgets, bids, and contracts, and direct the negotiation of research contracts.
  • Perform administrative functions such as reviewing and writing reports, approving expenditures, enforcing rules, and making decisions about the purchase of materials or services.

Sound Producer

Freelance Sound Engineer
05.2010 - 09.2011
  • Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
  • Oversaw post-production processes, including video editing and sound mixing, to ensure a polished final product.
  • Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
  • Conducted thorough pre-production planning sessions, ensuring all stakeholders were aligned on project objectives and timelines.
  • Liaised with directors, actors and other creative staff to successfully complete projects.

Sound Engineer Executive

Astro Awani
06.2007 - 05.2010
  • Enhanced audio quality by properly setting up, testing, and adjusting sound equipment for various events.
  • Prepared, packed and transported audio equipment for events and location shoots.
  • Handling the sound throughout Live Programme or Recorded Programme.
  • Reduced audio issues during live performances by conducting thorough sound checks and addressing potential problems before shows.

Achievements:

  • Produced and engineered montage theme songs (Gala Plus Montage, Budget 2008), in-house promos etc.
  • Troubleshooting during broadcasting and sound equipment with outstanding outcomes.
  • Coordinate and direct projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities.
  • Manage the audio team scheduling and task briefing.

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies - Information And Computer Systems

Juara Institute
Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
01.2004 - 10.2005

Advance Diploma - Audio Engineering

Ocean Institute Of Audio Technology
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
01.1998 - 01.2000

Skills

Operating system support

Remote support

IT asset management

Help desk support

Organization Skills

Video Conferencing

Business Relationship Management

Analytical Skills

IT Hardware Support

Operations Management

Project Management

Team Leadership

Supervisory Skills

Live Broadcast

Audio Visual (AV) Systems

Marketing Management

Digital Marketing

Production Sound

Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Call Center Development

Client Correspondence

Written Correspondence

Customer Service

Live Sound

Mastering

Sound Reinforcement

Audio Post Production

Accomplishments

  • Trained and led technical support teams of more than 5 support specialists.
  • Endorsements in software development and mobile applications.
  • Completed intensive training in database fundamentals and software engineering.
  • Participated in various incentive programs and contests designed to support achievement of production goals.
  • Increased number of resolved job tickets by 100% over previous year.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Contributed to a reduction in operational costs of 70%.

Software

Microsoft Office

Adobe Audition

Pro Tools

Microsoft Operating Systems

Microsoft Excel

Software Defined Networking (SDF)

Sound —Forge

Atomicity Consistency Isolation Durability (ACID)

Crestron (A/V Systems)

Certification

Certificate of Completion - Designing Systems for 4K and Beyond - EI Online Extron

Timeline

Learning Audio Foundations: Delay and Modulation

04-2025

Information Technology Desktop Support

Axiom Technologies
07.2024 - Current

Freelancer

Freelance Operations Management
03.2022 - 06.2024

Certificate of Completion - Crestron NVX

08-2021

Certificate of Completion - AVIXA The Audiovisual LAN Series: Build an AVoIP Sandbox

07-2021

Certificate of Completion - Q-SYS Troubleshooting

07-2021

Certificate of Completion - Shure Advanced Wireless Training

07-2021

Certificate of Completion - Linked Learning Putting ITIL® Into Practice: Applying ITIL® Foundation Concepts

06-2021

Certificate of Completion - Linked Learning Putting ITIL® into Practice: Problem Management Techniques

06-2021

Certificate of Completion - AVIXA- Recognized AV Technologist Test

06-2021

Certificate of Completion - Linked Learning Audio Foundations: EQ and Filters

05-2021

Certificate of Completion - Linked Learning Audio Foundations: Reverb

05-2021

Certificate of Completion - Linked Learning Learning Video Lighting

05-2021

Certificate of Completion - Linked Learning Networking Foundations: Networking Basics

05-2021

Certificate of Completion - AVIXA Audio Troubleshooting: The Basic of Content, Space and Technology

04-2021

Certificate of Completion - AVIXA Audio Troubleshooting: The Signature Sound

04-2021

Certificate of Completion - Linked Learning Audio Foundations:

04-2021

Compression and Dynamic Processing Certificate of Completion - Linked

04-2021

Certificate of Completion - Designing Systems for 4K and Beyond - EI Online Extron

03-2021

Certificate of Completion - 4K Signal Processing Technologies - Extron

03-2021

Certificate of Completion - Extron DTP/XTP Twisted Pair System - Extron

03-2021

Lead Audio Visual Technician

Astreya
08.2018 - 02.2022

Certified Symetrix Composer Programmer

07-2017

Certified Smaart Operator Fundamentals Software Training Seminar

06-2017

Certified Crestron Basic Programming

01-2017

Certified Engineer For Allen & Heath DLive

10-2016

System Engineer

System Electronics & Engineering Sdn Bhd
09.2016 - 04.2018

Senior Audio Engineer

Sonicsoul Sdn Bhd
09.2015 - 08.2016

Creative Audio Engineer

Stellar Entertainment
05.2010 - 08.2015

Sound Producer

Freelance Sound Engineer
05.2010 - 09.2011

Sound Engineer Executive

Astro Awani
06.2007 - 05.2010

Certificate of Technical Studies - Information And Computer Systems

Juara Institute
01.2004 - 10.2005

Advance Diploma - Audio Engineering

Ocean Institute Of Audio Technology
01.1998 - 01.2000
Fabian NicholasAudio Visual Manager · Audio Visual Technician · IT Support Technician · Customer Service Manager · Operations Manager