Eduardo Hernando Ibanez

Audiovisual and Conference Technician

Brussels Region, Belgium

About

I have always found a deep interest in the different ways people express each other. In the context of an increasingly globalized and fast paced world, such means of expression have now evolved into variety of ways of communications. Therefore being able to put in practice and use such tools in an always evolving environment will help me to attain my goal of sharing messages in an audio-visual way. During my training in Madrid I had my first encounter with the cinema and image, where I learnt to do its sound track. I also study among others, most of the audio-visual languages facets, editing as well as shooting plans. But the need to deeply learn about such elements motivated me to undertake the B.A in Creative Media Production. Also worth to mention would be my international work/practical experience. More specifically I was involved in a French production team with whom I participated in the production of several shorts. Now, I finished a Master in Documentary Practice at the University of Ulster, where I was able to expand my practical skills by shooting a couple of shorts documentary.

Experience

  • Conference Operator at European Commission
    Sep 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

    Providing on-the-spot or remote control (from a central control room) for meeting and conference rooms. — Technical monitoring of image and/or sound recording of interventions made by participants (microphones, cameras, PC/DVD). — Recording debates in digital format (video/audio server). — Providing a stand-by service for the central control room, covering the routing of audio/visual signals. — Providing first-level technical support of audio-visual equipment for conference rooms managed by DG Interpretation. — Contributing to the smooth running and handling of equipment in conference rooms, including multimedia. — Conducting a daily check on audio-visual equipment for conference room installations. — Taking action and adjusting installations in meeting and conference rooms and central control rooms. — Selecting images from a multi-camera configuration of meetings and events, particularly with a view to broadcasting image and sound to a computer-based network (streaming) or other rooms. — Participating in coordination meetings with organisers and/or end users. — Recording incident resolution in a ticketing system.

  • Multimedia Technician at European Economic and Social Committee
    Feb 2022 - Sep 2023 · 1 yr 8 mos

    Responsible for technical and administrative work related to the operation, installation, management, maintenance and upkeep of audiovisual equipment and infrastructures on EESC premises, mainly in conference and meeting rooms, in collaboration with the rest of the Unit. - Configuration and operation of audiovisual conferencing facilities. - Management and operation of simultaneous conferencing interpreting systems, multilingual videoconferencing facilities and electronic voting systems. - Handling of digital audiovisual recording and editing of debates. - Daily checks and preventive maintenance of audiovisual equipment in conference rooms. - Troubleshooting/dismantling/repair of defective equipment. - Assembly, installation, configuration and operation of mobile professional audiovisual equipment. - Operation and configuration of streaming and digital signage systems. - Contribution to audiovisual production activities, filming and editing, management of technical equipment stock and inventory. - Contribution to the preparation of technical specifications for conference and audiovisual facilities upgrade projects, supervision of work carried out by contractors.

  • European Commission (5 yrs 1 mo)
    • Conference Operator
      Jan 2020 - Feb 2022 · 2 yrs 2 mos

      — Technical monitoring of image and/or sound recording of interventions made by participants (microphones, cameras, PC/DVD). — Recording debates in digital format (video/audio server). — Providing a stand-by service for the central control room, covering the routing of audio/visual signals. — Providing first-level technical support of audio-visual equipment for conference rooms managed by DG Interpretation. — Contributing to the smooth running and handling of equipment in conference rooms, including multimedia. — Conducting a daily check on audio-visual equipment for conference room installations. — Taking action and adjusting installations in meeting and conference rooms and central control rooms. — Selecting images from a multi-camera configuration of meetings and events, particularly with a view to broadcasting image and sound to a computer-based network (streaming) or other rooms. — Participating in coordination meetings with organisers and/or end users. — Recording incident resolution in a ticketing system.

    • Audiovisual Technician
      Feb 2017 - Jan 2020 · 3 yrs

      Skilled in setting up and operating a variety of sound and video equipment. This includes running necessary wires and working with available power sources. It can also involve proper setup requiring a wireless connection also familiar with their operation to troubleshoot problem - Operating microphones, cameras, projectors and sound equipment. -Repair and troubleshoot equipment. -Maintain equipment.

  • Videographer & Editor at GARAGE29-OFFESTIVAL ASBL
    May 2016 - Oct 2016 · 6 mos

    Video shooting and video editing (software: Adobe Premiere) Making short videos for the promotion of the OFFestival, a contemporary theatre festival. Production of the Documentary, making interviews and shootings.

  • Videographer & Editor at Festival Millenium
    Jan 2016 - Apr 2016 · 4 mos

    Video shooting and video editing (software: Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere) Making short videos for the national Belgium broadcast, RTBF. Promote the International Documentary Film Festival and the documentaries broadcast. Preparing the audiovisual material and shooting the interviews.