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26 stadium, which was generally handled by the broadcast cabling contractor,” Jake said. The Alpha system included multiple camera systems that were operated in the field and several robotic camera systems that were remotely operated from the video replay control room. Several computers ran the graphics and slow-motion replay elements of the production system and several pieces of equipment routed and distributed the signals to wherever they needed to go - the network truck dock, the jumbotron scoreboard, or the in-house broadcast booths.
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It’s all part of the audio-visual experience that fans, TV viewers, and network stations have come to expect from sports entertainment. For nearly six years, Jake held that project manager position, but he felt recently that he was ready for a change. “An opportunity came up recently that I just couldn’t pass up – it was an opportunity to get back in the field,” Jake said. That’s why this fall he took a lead technician/field engineer position with Audio Logic Systems. “It will focus more on what I truly enjoy – more the audio systems rather than video.” Work will focus on audio projects at churches, event venues, and auditoriums as well as some live productions. When Jake isn’t working or with family or friends, he enjoys giving back to his alma mater when he can and stays in touch by serving on the Audio Technology Advisory Board at Ridgewater College’s Hutchinson campus. He’s excited about the recent improvements in the program whereby curriculum will better align with employer needs in today’s ever-changing industry. “On top of audio and video systems, having knowledge of building construction, electrical, and HVAC systems is a must when working with other trades,” Jake said. “It helps a person understand the process of putting some systems together.” “If students are interested in audio, video, and communications systems, those types of technicians are high in demand,” Jake said. “Audio Technology is definitely a great program.”
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