Brooklyn, NY

Ethan Cancel

Audio Visual & Media Technician

The Person Behind the Board

I'm an Audio Visual & Media Technician based in Brooklyn, NY with over six years of hands-on experience running in-house AV production for weekly public events and live broadcasts.

From mixing live sound and operating cameras to managing multi-platform livestream pipelines and providing on-site IT support, I bring a calm, detail-oriented approach to every production environment I work in.

I've grown up in this work — starting as a volunteer and building real-world expertise in audio, video, and live event technology along the way.

6+
Years in AV
300+
Live Events Run
4
Organizations Served
BK
Brooklyn Native

Where I've Made an Impact

Mar. 2020 – Present
Calvary NYC
Brooklyn, NY
Media & Technology Director
  • Directed end-to-end in-house AV production for weekly public events — sole technician responsible for audio, video, and broadcast systems across a 6-year tenure
  • Mixed front-of-house live sound on Midas M32 digital console for live audiences of 40–60, maintaining consistent audio quality across weekly and special events
  • Operated multi-camera production using Blackmagic ATEM Mini and ATEM Software Control — live switching, directing cameras, and compositing for on-site and streamed output
  • Ran OBS Studio and YoloBox livestream pipelines, delivering broadcast output to remote audiences simultaneously with weekly on-site events
  • Managed full ProPresenter 7 workflow — building presentation slides and media sequences with precise live transitions
  • Trained and mentored incoming AV technicians on equipment operation, signal flow, and live production workflows
  • Owned maintenance and troubleshooting of all AV infrastructure including soundboards, cameras, microphones, and video equipment
Jun. 2023 – Aug. 2025
Chosen People Ministries
New York, NY
AV Systems Technician & IT Support
  • Deployed and operated complete on-site AV systems for recurring public events — managing sound reinforcement, projection, and video signal routing
  • Provided Tier 1–2 IT support for staff and event operations, resolving hardware, software, and network issues on-site
  • Delivered consistent technical execution for live presentations and programs, supporting both staff workflows and event attendees
2022 – 2024
Mustard Seeds Soccer
Brooklyn, NY
Volunteer Soccer Coach
Volunteer
  • Coached youth soccer players during weekly Saturday sessions and one weekday afternoon practice per week
  • Developed training drills, provided individual feedback, and fostered teamwork and sportsmanship

What I Bring to the Table

Audio

Live Sound Mixing

Midas M32 Front-of-House Mic Setup Signal Routing
Software

AV Software

OBS Studio ProPresenter 7 ATEM Software Control YoloBox
Video Production

Camera & Video Switching

ATEM Mini Multi-Camera Live Compositing Livestreaming
IT

IT Support

Hardware Troubleshooting Network Support AV Maintenance
Languages

Communication

English (Native)
Strengths

Professional Qualities

Detail-Oriented Calm Under Pressure Team Player Quick Learner

Tools of the Trade

Midas M32 digital audio mixing console
FOH Audio
Midas M32 Digital Console
Multiple video cameras on tripods for live production
Camera Operation
Multi-Camera Direction
Professional video camera for live events
Video Switching
Blackmagic ATEM Mini
Live production operator at mixing console
Livestream Production
OBS Studio & YoloBox
Sound mixing console for presentations
Presentation Software
ProPresenter 7
Professional video camera low angle
AV Infrastructure
End-to-End System Integration

Let's Connect

Whether you're looking for an experienced AV technician, need reliable IT support, or want to discuss a live production project — I'd love to hear from you.

Location
Brooklyn, NY

Available for Opportunities

Open to full-time, part-time, and freelance AV and media production roles in the NYC area.

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