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Owen Williams

Owen Williams

UAS Officer Cadet

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  • About me

    Events Industry Professional

  • Education

    • University of Birmingham

      2013 - 2015
      MSc Computer Science

      In the course of my postgraduate studies I completed both academic and practical modules, including Java Workshop, encompassing a team programming project, Software Engineering, Databases, Commercial Computing, and Operating Systems & Networks, incorporating practical UNIX shell programming as well as theoretical content on networking, network protocols, and distributed computing.For my final programming project, I was tasked with developing a substantial piece of software… Show more In the course of my postgraduate studies I completed both academic and practical modules, including Java Workshop, encompassing a team programming project, Software Engineering, Databases, Commercial Computing, and Operating Systems & Networks, incorporating practical UNIX shell programming as well as theoretical content on networking, network protocols, and distributed computing.For my final programming project, I was tasked with developing a substantial piece of software independently, utilising the skills I had developed over the previous year. Show less

    • University of Birmingham

      2009 - 2013
      BSc (Hons) Economics

      Activities and Societies: BUCF Vice President 2012-13, Publicity and Media Officer 2010-11, 2011-12, 2013-14. University of Birmingham Fencing Club 2012-14. School of Computer Science Guild Councillor 2013-14. As part of my undergraduate degree I studied modules in Micro and Macroeconomics, Econometrics, Economic History, European Economic Issues, and optional modules covering the Russian economy and an independent study module of German Tandem Learning.For my final year extended essay, I sought to answer the question; “Is the private sector the best provider to ensure future UK energy security?” - A review of the contemporary literature with a particular focus on nuclear power.

    • Johann Wolfgang Goethe-Universität Frankfurt am Main

      2011 - 2012
      ERASMUS Economics

      ERASMUS Year Abroad.

    • Calday Grange Grammar School

      2002 - 2009
      A Level Economics, German, Government and Politics, General Studies AAAB

      Activities and Societies: CCF (RAF) 2004-2009, Lighting Crew 2005-2009 Member of the RAF Section of the Combined Cadet Force 2004-2009. Left as section leader in 2009 with rank of Cadet Warrant Officer, having completed seven week-long annual camps around the country, worked as a member of the cadet volunteer team at the Royal International Air Tattoo, captained a team at the National Ground Training Competition, and completed a Gliding Scholarship including a first solo flight.As part of the Lighting Crew together with two other students, we prepared and… Show more Member of the RAF Section of the Combined Cadet Force 2004-2009. Left as section leader in 2009 with rank of Cadet Warrant Officer, having completed seven week-long annual camps around the country, worked as a member of the cadet volunteer team at the Royal International Air Tattoo, captained a team at the National Ground Training Competition, and completed a Gliding Scholarship including a first solo flight.As part of the Lighting Crew together with two other students, we prepared and delivered a pitch to senior management and the headmaster which was successful in securing a significant investment in new inventory that we specified, including moving lights and DMX control infrastructure, allowing us to deliver professional quality, high-performance lighting services for a variety of events throughout the school year.Awarded school GSCE Prize for German, AS Level Prize for Government and Politics, A2 Level Prize for Government and Politics and Economics and the CCF Award. Show less

  • Experience

    • Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve

      Sept 2009 - Sept 2010
      UAS Officer Cadet

      Flying, leadership, weapons handling and military skills training.

    • University of Birmingham Guild of Students

      Sept 2009 - Feb 2015
      Lighting Technician

      Design, rigging and operation of both Intelligent and Generic lighting and live vision mixing for theatre and live events.

    • Owen Williams Production

      Nov 2010 - now
      Freelance Production Manager & AV Engineer

      As an independent operator, I am able to bring together every element of my extensive events experience to deliver innovative solutions on events projects of all kinds. Working with a diverse range of clients around the world provides constant exposure to the latest trends and developments in this constantly shifting industry, allowing me to offer unique insight and value to the projects I serve.In my experience managing technical productions as a whole, I have had the opportunity to deliver events ranging from a handful of delegates for a small conference, up to several thousand guests for a very large awards show, with everything in between. I greatly enjoy working with clients directly at every stage of the production process to create an experience that perfectly fits their requirements and exceeds their expectations. Show less

    • GSN

      Jan 2012 - Jul 2012
      Technical Director

      Founding member of this student nightlife and entertainments organisation, personally responsible for management, development and delivery of all technical aspects of live events including regular club nights and showings of live broadcasts. Responsible for maintenance and operation of inventory and procurement of new stock, to deliver successful events on time and within budget.

    • Travelholics

      Nov 2013 - Feb 2015
      Tour Representative

      Providing the public face of the company to guests on travel tours across Britain and Europe. Looking after guests, responding to any issues they have, and ensuring every customer has a fantastic trip from beginning to end.

    • The ICC Birmingham

      Jan 2014 - Jun 2017
      Casual Technician

      Working as a member of The ICC technical team both at the main site and at the Vox Conference Centre, I had the opportunity to develop skills working to highly professional standards on large scale events, developing experience in the conferencing and corporate events environment at various stages of the live events process, as well as working with external production companies on site.

    • Deutsche Bank

      Feb 2015 - Jan 2016

      Working in a trade capture role, I was cross-trained on Rates Fund Support and VFN desks to support the London Asset Wealth Management trading desks. This required me to work in a high-volume, priority-driven environment facing both internal and external clients as well as providing regular daily contact with traders. Additionally, I was responsible for working to resolve breaks and mismatches involving complex structures and multiple stakeholders, and communicating this work during weekly reporting calls. I also took the opportunity to organise calls with other stakeholders to improve longer-term understanding of issues related to the work of the team. Later in the programme I trained with the Managed Accounts team on the DB Platinum and IOF platforms, expanding my understanding of the activities of the AWM Division. Show less

      • Service Management Analyst

        Jul 2015 - Jan 2016

      • AWM Operations

        Feb 2015 - Jun 2015

    • Guild Tech Services

      Jan 2016 - May 2021
      Tech Services Coordinator

      As the head of Technical Production for the organisation, I was responsible for the day-to-day running of the Tech Services department as a whole, including creation and management of the department budget, managing and training a team of 30 staff, and coordination and planning of all technical elements of our busy schedule of live events, working closely with internal and external clients to ensure consistently high standards of service delivery.

    • Mac birmingham

      Mar 2017 - Mar 2019
      Performing Arts Technician

      Working throughout the various spaces of the complex, I worked across performances and events of all kinds, providing sound, lighting and video services as required to support the technical team.

    • Pure AV

      Jan 2022 - Apr 2023
      Project Manager

    • Maple Forest Family Physicians

      Jan 2023 - now
      Head of IT and Infrastructure

      Establishing a brand new medical practice requires the strongest possible foundation of IT and technical infrastructure to ensure reliability, data security and system resilience to be able to serve patients with confidence. Building this foundation was my responsibility as I worked to support the founding partners to achieve a successful launch of the new clinic, and maintaining smooth and reliable daily operations remains an ongoing commitment, providing solutions as and when needed and monitoring the health of our practice infrastructure. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • NCRQ Safety for Managers

      NCRQ National Compliance and Risk Qualifications
      May 2020

    • IPAF 3a + 3b

      HSS Training
      May 2018

    • Novastar Normal Solutions Training

      NovaStar Technology
      Mar 2019

    • GrandMA2 User Training

      Ambersphere Solutions Ltd
      May 2019

    • Brompton Tessera Training

      Brompton Technology Limited
      May 2023

    • Luminex Lighting and Video Network Training

      Luminex Network Intelligence
      Aug 2019

    • Barco Certified Specialist - Event Master 1B

      Barco
      Apr 2024

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Owen Williams
      Employee of the Month - September 2016 Guild of Students Sep 2016
    • Awarded to Owen Williams
      Employee of the Month - May 2016 Guild of Students May 2016
    • Awarded to Owen Williams
      Outstanding Student Staff Guild of Students Mar 2014 Awarded the Outstanding Student Staff award at Guild Awards 2014 for work with Tech Services 2009-2014.