Cooper Doane

Cooper Doane

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Supervisor Chief Engineer / 29 yrs

Orlando, FL

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Media systems Manager

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2011)

Transformers: Dark of the Moon (2011)

Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (2009)

Marley & Me (2008)

Transformers (2007)

Miami Vice (2006)

Transporter 2 (2005)
Energetic and award winning 2D/S3D video, motion picture and television production/postproduction engineer with experience in most formats of digital, HD and 4K media. My goal is to provide seamless support, experience and leadership that require a hands-on electronics, computer, over the top video, HD audio and IT technologist, studio production engineer and manager. I demand the highest set of work ethics, morals and standards, which result in the best possible environment to produce award-winning production. I strive to provide clear understanding and am experienced with extremely high budget and deadline oriented technical projects, large or small, relating to the technology side of television, animation and motion picture production. Recognized for my abilities in complex and innovative troubleshooting and problem solving, sound judgment, decision making and to achieve results under pressure. Considered a fair and attentive manager, well versed in the build out and construction requirements involved in studio and IT infrastructure. I also have years of working with SMPTE on S3D calibration standards within Dolby Cinema video.
Work History

  • Manager of Information Technology

    O2 Engineering

    January 2015 - August 2016

    Responsibilities include the design, sales, install, repair and maintenance of new and existing IT infrastructure, virtual administrator, storage, servers, video conferencing, pro A/V, automated conference rooms, wireless and network systems. Working closely with clients, I strive to deliver solutions and answers that not only fit a required budget, but also create a more seamless and user-friendly workflow. Managing a crew of well-trained technicians, my goal is to provide the best possible service ensuring business stability and continuity. Well versed in the requirements for and the equipment needed to provide quick, effective and long lasting results.

  • Sr. Post Production/ProductionEngineer Freelance

    Universal Studios

    February 2013 - December 2014

    Available to design, build and maintain high end audio/video edit suites, post production and broadcast facilities. Projection, storage, video walls and video conferencing systems Set up and manage engineering staff. Maintain all related equipment including software and hardware solutions. Provide services as shader, camera operator, camera switching and Chief engineer.Interact with editing staff, producers, directors and clients to assure the best technical support possible .

  • Chief Engineer

    Digital Domain

    October 2011 - September 2012

    Currently, I manage the engineering dept. of Digital Domain Media Group. I am responsible for the building and maintaining of multiple large 3D theaters including multiple sources of MAC, Linux,Windows, Avids, 2D / 3D video, storage and cinema certified dolby surround sound. My department is responsible for a dozen teleconference meeting rooms that incorperate polycom, lifesize, projectors, audio, multiple format computers and cintiq's. I also have the responsibility of building and maintaining various format edit suites including Avid, FCP,Maya and Nuke. If it incorporates video/audio, it falls under my heading. I work closely with the editors, directors and artists in all departments to assure the best possible final product........www.digitaldomain.com

  • Chief Engineer

    New Art Miami

    June 2008 - June 2011

    Build and maintain new HD 2D/3D post production facility. Supervise engineers and assure that engineering dept. provides the best possible technical support possible. Troubleshoot and repair all film,video and audio problems. Maintain and repair telecines and all related equipment Research and implement software, IT and equipment upgrades and installs.Work closely with colorist, editors and report directly to the CEO of the company. Also support all technical issues with studio and assist with all live projects.

  • Freelance Chief Engineer

    Cineworks Digital Studio's

    February 2006 - June 2008

    Provided technical support to editors and colorists. Maintained facility including repair of all post production equipment, telecines and color correction systems. Build out of 2D/3D edit suites and maintenence of all technical issues including generators and UPS systems. Worked on mutiple formats of VTRs, media,audio and equipment.

  • Sr.Post Production Engineer / Broadcast Engineer

    The Walt Disney Company

    July 2003 - December 2005

    Maintained Avid DS. symphony systems and various 2D/3D multi media editing formats along with other post production suites. Maintained equipment including VTRs, swichers, routers and various broadcast related machine rooms and provided support to editors.Reported directly to Chief engineer.

  • Sr. Post Production Engineer

    HBO

    June 2000 - February 2003

    Maintained post production, on line suites and master control. Worked closly with editors and operators. Provided tech support and equipment repair.

  • Broadcast Engineer / Live Truck Operator

    NBC

    February 1997 - April 2000

    Maintained Studio equipment and supported live news. Operated "live" satillite truck on location. Worked closely with talent and master control.

  • Sr. Production Engineer

    Viacom/MTV Networks

    December 1993 - January 1997

    Provided excellent technical support for live and studio shoots for shows, music video's and unplugged video's. Maintained all related equipment. Be available for on sight troubleshooting. Work closely with talent, camera and audio operators, producers and all facets of production.

  • Assistant Chief Engineer

    Manhatten Transfer

    May 1991 - November 1993

    Supervised and implemented repair and maintenance on all post production equipment including Rank Cintell telecines.Worked closely with other engineers and technicians on build and install projects. Provided technical support to editors and clients. Reported directly to the Director of Engineering. Worked in studio on live shoots in many different capacities.

  • Assistant Chief Engineer

    Post Edge

    March 1990 - May 1991

    Provided tech support for all audio, video and film edit system and operators Performed equipment repair, integration, maintenance and installation. Involved in moving and building a new facility that would later become Manhatten Transfer.

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Education

  • Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS) in Electrical, Electronics and Co

    Univ. of Miami

    1986 - 1989