Colin McCan, CTS

Colin McCan, CTS

CEO , Head Audio Engineer & Producer

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    AV Systems Engineer at University of Notre Dame

  • Education

    • International Academy of Design and Technology (IADT)

      2010 - 2013
      Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) Audio Production with a focus in Engineering 3.9 GPA

      Salutatorian, Graduated with honors: Magna cum Laude (3.9 GPA)

  • Experience

    • Digital Optics Studio LLC

      Mar 2014 - Jun 2016
      CEO , Head Audio Engineer & Producer

      Owner/CEO/FounderRecording EngineerMix EngineerMastering EngineerAudio EditingDigital CompositionProducerBeat ProducerSong WriterArtist DevelopmentMarketing/Marketing DevelopmentFinancing/Book KeepingClient ManagementClient AcquisitionCustomer Service

    • The Salvation Army Kroc Center - South Bend, IN

      Jul 2015 - Mar 2018
      Lead Audio Video and Lighting Specialist

      A. Identify, troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve AVL and media systems problems throughout the campusB. Mix and regulate sound quality and feeds during live services, events and conferencesC. Record, compress, digitize, duplicate, and store audio and video data both analog and digitalD. Edit audio and video data for archiving, podcasts, video streaming, and the websiteE. Ensure worship teams are provided AVL support for musical performance prior to live eventsF. Provide AVL support at weddings, funerals, rehearsals or other special events as neededG. Organize and maintain compliance, license, and warranty information related to AVL equipmentH. Track AVL equipment inventories and order suppliesI. Notify the Operations Director when major equipment repairs are neededJ. Coordinate and oversee all work activities of AVL subcontractorsK. Direct and coordinate activities of event and facilities staff as requiredL. Determine formats, approaches, content, levels, and mediums to effectively meet objectives within budgetary constraints, utilizing research, knowledge, and trainingM. Design layouts of audio and video equipment, and perform upgrades and maintainanceN. Inform users of audio and videotaping policies and proceduresO. Obtain and preview musical performance programs prior to events in order to become familiar with the order and approximate times of piecesP. Control the lights and sound of events, such as live concerts, before and after performances, and during intermissionsQ. Locate and secure settings, properties, effects, and other production necessitiesR. Conduct training sessions on selection, use, and design of audiovisual materials and on operation of presentation equipmentS. Develop manuals, texts, videos, workbooks, or related materials for use in conjunction with production materials or for trainingT. Install and position lights, lighting equipment, video cameras and other equipment as neededU. Operate recording studio; audio engineering Show less

    • University of Notre Dame

      Jul 2017 - now
      • AV Systems Engineer

        Jun 2023 - now
      • Audiovisual Technician

        Jul 2017 - Jun 2023
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • CTS

      AVIXA
      Jun 2018
    • Dante Level 3 (2nd Edition)

      Audinate
      Apr 2023
    • Dante Certification Level 3

      Audinate
      Jan 2021
      View certificate certificate
    • AVIXA - AV Technologist

      AVIXA
      Apr 2018
    • Pro Tools Operator

      Avid
      Jun 2012
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Colin McCan, CTS
      Salutatorian IADT-Tampa Jul 2014
    • Awarded to Colin McCan, CTS
      Magna cum Laude IADT-Tampa Nov 2013 Graduated with honors from International Academy of Design and Technology-Tampa
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Manual Labor

      Issued by Reigns of Life
      Reigns of LifeAssociated with Colin McCan, CTS