Colin Creagan
Broadcast Technician / Audio Operator
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About
I bring hands-on experience supporting live studio productions, field coordination, and broadcast control room operations across multiple environments including television studios, live events, and educational productions. I am particularly drawn to broadcast operations roles because they require precision, teamwork, and adaptability. I am confident in my ability to contribute effectively in fast-paced control room and live production settings.
Experience
Cultural Arts Technician — Montgomery College (Silver Spring, MD)
September 2025 – July 2026
● Active Listening & Execution: Executed precise audio and lighting cues in fast-paced environments, coordinating seamlessly with production teams via headset communication.
● Problem-Solving: Managed complex sound reinforcement and technical equipment, ensuring consistent quality and clarity.
● Project Support: Maintained high attention to detail while supporting live theatrical and musical productions under tight schedules.
Audio Technician — Bethesda Little Theatre (Bethesda, MD)
October 2025
● Real-Time Troubleshooting: Conducted rapid technical troubleshooting during live environments to resolve issues immediately.
● Equipment Management: Managed and monitored wireless systems to ensure consistent, high-quality output.
Shot Tracker — Maryland Public Television (Owings Mills, MD)
October 2025
● Data Entry & Logging: Maintained highly detailed digital production logs to ensure 100% accurate segment tracking.
● Clear Communication: Provided real-time, clear verbal and written updates to the director and technical team to support broadcast accuracy.
● Team Collaboration: Partnered closely with control room staff to manage smooth transitions and workflows.
Audio Technician — Kings Dominion (Doswell, VA)
September 2024 – January 2025
● Crisis Management: Resolved hardware and system issues instantly under high-pressure, live show conditions.
● Digital Literacy: Handled advanced digital mixing consoles, demonstrating strong technical adaptability.
● Stakeholder Coordination: Communicated directly with stage managers and performers to execute time-sensitive cues.
Audio Technician
— St. John the Baptist Catholic Community (Silver Spring, MD)
June 2024 – September 2024
● Customer-Centric Focus: Managed systems for large gatherings of 200+ participants, ensuring a high-quality experience for attendees.
● Remote Tools: Utilized digital and iPad-based mixer controls to manage audio balances remotely and efficiently.
Camera Operator — DC Breeze Ultimate Frisbee Team (Washington, DC)
April 2024 – August 2024
● Focus & Attention to Detail: Tracked fast-moving gameplay and action sequences, maintaining extreme visual consistency.
● Broadcast Deliverables: Captured high-quality live footage strictly adhering to broadcast and promotional standards.
Camera Operator & Production Assistant — Montgomery Community Media (Rockville, MD)
January 2016 – January 2019
● Verbal Communication: Communicated constantly with the control room via headset to coordinate complex movements during live programming.
● Operational Support: Handled studio setup and administrative production support tasks independently.
Video Production Intern — Voice of America (Washington, DC)
June 2015 – June 2016
● High-Pressure Communication: Coordinated real-time technical communication between the studio floor and control room during live international broadcasts.
● Technical Logistics: Managed deployment and frequency coordination of wireless equipment, minimizing errors and interference.
● Workflow Management: Collaborated directly with directors to maintain seamless transitions and strict timing schedules.
● Critical Problem Solving: Diagnosed and resolved real-time signal flow issues under strict live programming constraints.
Education
Mass Communication and Media Studies
