Stephen Berry

Experience

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  The Netherhall School

  Jan 2005 - Jul 2021

  IT Network Manager for a large secondary school in Cambridge. Responsible for IT provision whilst working in very tight budget constraints. Responsible for hardware and software procurement, server installation with both Windows Server and Mac OS X Server operating systems. Managing other staff and budget. 500 end user workstations. Responsible for researching and implementing new initiatives in a diverse organisation, from site wide wireless to library self service systems, as well as providing end user training. Show less

  • Network Manager

    Aug 2008 - Jul 2021

  • Senior IT Technician

    Jan 2005 - Jul 2008
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  Lighting & Sound Services

  Jan 2008 - now

  Freelance technician / owner

  Director at Lighting & Sound Services. Over twenty years’ experience as a lighting and sound engineer, in a variety of performance arenas. With a keen eye (and ear) for detail, Stephen has produced impressive lighting designs for events including contemporary dance shows, fashion shows, musical theatre productions, drama and awards evenings to name a few.Stephen is in demand as a sound technician and has managed the sound production for a diverse range of musicians from rock bands through to Bhangra artists and opera. He has supported musicians in both recording and live performances.Stephen is pleased to have repeat business each year from organisations such as the Cambridge Chinese Community forum, and Wings of Fire, amongst others.His technical knowledge and professional work ethic means he forms positive working relationships with all clients, whether it be hiring out equipment to schools, or doing technical production for a pumping fashion show. he listens to the clients’ wishes and tailors his approach to meet the needs of their specific event and budget.Stephen studied Live Sound Technology at diploma level with Britannia Row Productions. He graduated top of his cohort. This experience gave him access to training from the top audio engineers working globally with the biggest artists’ tours.As part of stage crew at Cambridge Corn Exchange, Stephen has worked on set ups for artists including Rebecca Ferguson, KT Tunstall, Mallory Knox, and Jools Holland. He also has past experience in working on set ups for Cambridge University May Balls.PA hire with technician for bands, open mic nights, awards events at indoor or open air functionsLighting and sound packages for corporate events, weddings, parties and celebrationsLighting & Sound Services takes pride in using quality equipment from the cables through to mics and lights. Lighting equipment has even been provided to larger venues like Cambridge Corn Exchange. Show less

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  Britannia Row

  Nov 2014 - Nov 2014

  Warehouse Casual

  Day's work experience at BRP warehouse. Duties included line checking digital desks, returning items in to Hiretrack inventory, unpacking IEM systems from a tour, case prep and assisting with truck load.

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  3D Events

  Jun 2015 - Jun 2015

  Freelance Technician

  Installing site power, architectural lighting, stage lighting / truss for Cambridge University May Ball events at Clare, Queens, Trinity Hall and Sidney Sussex Colleges.

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  Cambridge Corn Exchange / Cambridge Live

  Sept 2016 - Jul 2018

  Casual Technician
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  ANGLIAN LEARNING

  Jul 2021 - now

  Trust IT Manager