Sohail's CV 090416
- 1. Full Name : Sohail Farooq Father Name : Muhammad Farooq Address : P.O. Box Doha Qatar Tel: (974) 55 99 0 881 Res.: (974) 44 55 10 34 Email: sohail43r@hotmail.com Summary: More than 19 years of experience in television standards and devices, broadcast digital HD and SD systems with Network, System Administration and Component level troubleshooting skills. With extensive knowledge of the broadcast and media industry gained through many years’ of experience with several technologies. I have an unrivaled experience in Broadcast IT I can make complicated things sound simple. I have personally created a few workaround and solutions, many of which are in constant daily use within the industry. I have also invested my efforts in several projects to consolidate systems and helped move the entities towards embracing cutting-edge technologies (virtualization/cloud) . Professional Snapshot: - Solutions Architecture - Workflow Analysis - Newsroom Solutions - Technology Integration - Product/ Solutions Consulting - Multi Domain/ Geographical Exposure - Technology strategy formulation and execution, aligned to business strategy - Change management and transformation: people, processes, technology - Building and Leading teams - Staff Coaching and Skills developing, - Strategic IT Planning / Business Solutions - Systems & Application Integration - Solution Design, Implementation, Optimization & Delivery - Project and Program management - System Selection & Implementation - Architecture and solution design - High volume/high availability Solutions - Cloud Based Hosting - Contract Negotiation. WORK EXPERIENCE: From To Currant Position Company June 1996 March 2016 Sr. Broadcast IT-Engineer Al-Jazeera Media Network APPRECIATION CERTIFICATE: Received the Appreciation Certificate from Al-Jazeera Satellite Channel on 5 Years Completion. 2001 Received the well work Appreciation Certificate to help to Change New Look of Al-Jazeera media. 2004 Well Work Appreciation certificate from Supreme Council for the Environment & Natural Preserves on Qatar Environment Day 2007 Received Appreciation Certificate by Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani on Opening Ceremony of Museum of Islamic Art Doha Qatar: 2008 Received the Appreciation Certificate from Al-Jazeera Satellite Channel on 10 Years Completion. Received Appreciation & Recognition of 15 years of Professional Dedication Certificate & GOLD Coin from Al-Jazeera Media Network. 2011 TRAININGs Received: Basic Concepts & Fundamentals of Broadcast Monitor SONY – Japan Broadcast GSX and LD90 Operation Stander Lighting, UK Computer Network AJTC – Qatar Network Plus (CompTIA) Info Sys – Qatar Digital Technology Fundamentals (Broadcast) AJTC – Qatar
- 2. Digital Technology Fundamentals (TV & Audio) AJTC - Qatar ITIL Service Management AJTC - Qatar Digital Master Class for Technology Super Teams AJTC - Qatar Cisco Certif. Network Associate (CCNA) Cisco Network Academy (Qatar) Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities: Ensure that the station is ON AIR without interruption. Installs, maintains, modifies, operates and repairs broadcast equipment and systems, including the latest multimedia technology. Working alongside others in the technical department, broadcast engineers use a wide range of equipment and systems to ensure that program are transmitted across different transmission centers at the correct times and to the highest standards of technical quality. The work can be based in a variety of locations and situations for television. Many programs are broadcast from studios, but work can also include outside broadcasts (OBs), which involve transmitting sound and images ensuring that they are relayed live back to a studio on time to the highest possible level of quality. Build and execute periodic maintenance plan, down time requirement for all Broadcast environment. Interpret and implement instructions and requests from producers, directors, and other end users. Create and update system diagrams according to system expansion and modification. Handles materials requisitions and projects requirements and study bidder proposal. Provide technical support for all broadcast areas including: Digital server recording and play out technologies Broadcast automation. Digital archive systems Networking Operating systems (MS windows, MAC OS, Linux.. etc.) ON AIR graphics and creative systems News room systems Nonlinear editing system Lead group of engineers and technicians as needed to develop and maintain Broadcast system issues for ON AIR transmission, news and programs editing, Ingest, etc. Core Competencies and Technical Skills: VizRT System Specialist Integration VizRT, Weather, Stock exchange, Viz world etc. VizRT Newsroom integration with iNews VizRT Solutions design, implementation & delivery Solutions Architecture Workflow evaluation System selection & implementation Lead projects & Management Skills Mentoring & skills development VizRT video Wall & Touch Screen Solution Project’s Participation: Launch of Al-Jazeera Arabic (1996) Design, Installation and launch of English program relays Al-Jazeera English TV Audio 101.7MHz Radio. South Soudan (Juba) built multiple studio-Control room- Satellite networking and engineering Support without any failure, Mission was successful without any delay. Launch of (AJMM) Al Jazeera Mubashir Misr. Launch of (AJMD) Al jazeera Mubashir Doha. Migration of (AJD) Al jazeera Documentary. Upgrade Project Al Jazeera Arabic.
- 3. Technical Responsibilities AVID News Production System(24 I/Os, 384± TB Production Storage, iNEWS, MC & Trnscd Domain) . VizRT & iNews integration (MSE), TX at producers' desk with control. Cloud Based Test Environments for Media Services. Vizrt revamp to 3.6/ Multi Schemas + 65 Outputs and 8 development station. TX, Pebble Beach's integration with Harmonics, VizRT and VSM. Mosart control (iNews and Airplays). Created and implemented media turf concept (BPM for broadcast IT). RnD facilities for testing and pre-launch activities (VizRT, EVS & AVID). Interactive Media Hub rollout. (Production to Social). Never-No Social media VizRT integration iNews rollout in news channels. On-air TXs physical migrations. Avid PAM coaching/installation (Interplay, iNews, ISIS, MC, etc.). VizRT core systems coaching/installation (PilotDB, World, Weather One, Etc). EVS system rollout and integration. Pebble beach and Spectrum Solution for TX. Harris/Imagine automation upgrade. Mosart design and integration. Transcode Farms (Vantage & Rhozet CC). VSM - Broadcast Control and Monitoring System. VIZRT and Mosart Automation System Viz-Multichannel. Miranda Switchers IMC-100,IMC-200 and NV-9000 setup and integration with VSM Miranda Routers Sony Mixer and S-Bus interface to VSM Evertz SPG,VIP-A and VIP-X KVM system of iHES Dreco Miranda Kalidio-X Multiviewer Autocue Prompter Isilon storage. Avid Interplay system Video editing Avid MC, ISIS and interplay LAN networking proficiency Never No integration (Social Media) Viz World integration Viz One Upgrade AJA Vizrt Ticker / Breaking News Launch Vizrt Virtual Studio New Look Launch of the channel. VIZRT and System support to remote location Ticker Migration from DEKO to VIZRT iNews VizRT Ticker integration solution Studio 2 Vizrt Video Wall AJ Mubashir Vizrt Multiple Tickers integration AJ Documentary Vizrt Design and Integration Several Vizrt Setup upgrades Mosart workflow (iNews , Airspeeds & Vizrt) Archiving System upgrade Call of agreement & SLAs review Installation, Configuration and migration of VIZRT for studio
- 4. Windows , Mac OS X Octopus administration and support Omneon Video Server Stream box Live news gathering system K2 Video Servers Broadcast System Support: Assigned the responsibility for the complete Station’s System Solution Such as: - BZR-1000(Router Software) , CMAPS (Talkback Software), UMD Winsoft (Tally Software) AVID Software, QUANTEL Software, Flexi cart CMS & BZA – 800, BTS software etc. Working as a Maintenance & editing Engineer Troubleshoot and maintenance of equipment into component level. Wiring of Post Production & Editing Suites. The System Including hardware and Software Configuration. Troubleshoot all operation area of Broadcast On-Air & Post production. Repairing all type of electronics’ equipment into component level and modification of circuit diagrams. Equipment Handled: (Hardware & Software) VINTEN Touch Screen ACP 8000S Automatic Control Panel (For Robotic Camera) SOFTEL SWIFY Subtitle Character Generator S (Swift DVD Ver. 4.00 Software) HAL (Quintal) PAINTBOX (Quintal) PICTURBOX (Quintal) AIRPLAY / NEWSCUTTER / MEDIA COMPOSER (Avid) BE – 2000 Editing control unit DVS – 2000C Digital video switcher DME – 3000 Digital motion effect DVW – A500P Digital Video Cassata Recorder FLEXUICART & (CMS & BZA-800 Software) DVS – V6464 (Sony routing Switcher 128 x 128), BZR – 1000 Software BTS Jupiter System (Routing system 270 x 270 Configuration) BTS MCS – 2000 SATURN (BTS) DMXE – 2000 Digital Audio Mixer Master Setup Unit (For Camera) Collage (Pixel Power) Under Monitor Display (TSL) & Win soft software for tally light Drake Talkback & CMAPS software Aston Character Generator Maintenance Test Equipment Handled: Tektronix 2465B Analogue Oscilloscope 400Mhz 4 Channel Tektronix TDS 340 Digital oscilloscope Real Time 100MHz 500 MS/s 2 Channel Tektronix TG 2000 Signal generation Platform Tektronix TSG 131A Multiformat Signal Generator HEWLETT 54616B 2Gsa/s 1 ns Peak detect 500 MHz TSG 601 Serial Digital Generator
- 5. TTI Thurlby Thandar Instrument TSX 3510 P Programmable DC PSU Philips Color Temp Probe for Broadcast Monitor Analogue Spectrum Analyzer Fluke Digital Graphic Multi Tester Sanwa Analogue Multi Tester Multi data Cable Configuration Tester Al-Jazeera Media Network OUTDOOR Projects: WTO Doha (World Trade Organization) 4Th Ministerial Conference 2001 held in Doha Qatar, Location: Sheraton’s Conference Hall and Exhibition Center Doha Qatar. Nature of Work: Supervisor and Installation of Broadcast Equipment Hybrid Telephone System for live interview Setup temporary News room with all facilities for all purpose Technical support and setup of mobile studio & OB Van. Installation of Cameras, and link to the control Room Build Temp. Sound Proof Studio for Live Interview and Gallery Build Linear & Non Linear Editing Room for personal use and for rental production purpose From To Position Company Feb. 2002 May 2002 Project Engineer Alien Advertisement (Part Time) & Construction Company Equipment Handled: - (Equipment Trade Mark Rainbow Vision) RVDS – 2000 Main controller, Serial Digitalize video Multi Channel 270Mhz RGB Data Transmitter Unit. RVDS-2000 Serial Digitalize video Multi Channel 270Mhz RGB Data Receiver Channel Unit. RVDS-2000 Channel Unit Consists following Items, CHASR (Channel Unit Serial Data Receiver) CHATM Channel Timing generator CHAMD Module drive for 144 Pixel line (48 line for each CHAMD) Power Supplies Digitalized OUTDOOR LCD Screen 8 x 6 M Full Color Support, completely troubleshoot, Repair the LCD blocks, Module, Power Supplies as well as both the Main controller and channel unit. The Main control & Channel Unit based on software, which configured & Calibrated to work properly with LCD screen in order to display full depth of Chroma & Resolution. From To Position Company Jan. 1994 May. 1994 Software Engineer Qatar Building Engineering & Construction (Part Time) Nature of Work: Installation, Configuration Programming of BMS System i.e. Data Server Monitoring, UPS, Fire Alarm- Fire Fighting, CCTV, Access Control, IPTV Home Industrial Automation System. Upgrade and troubleshoot using interfaces & GUI Equipment Handle: Huge Misc. range of equipment’s and devices
- 6. Academic Qualification: Electronic Eng.: University of Engineering & Technology Pakistan. 1997. Pre – Engineering: Board of Intermediate & Secondary Education Rawalpindi. 1992. Matriculation: Board of Intermediate & Secondary Education Rawalpindi. 1990. Dbase III Plus 3 Months. 1990. Lotus 123 3 Months. 1990. Diploma in Computer Sciences. 1 Year 1991. Cisco Certif. Network Associate 8 months. 2002. Training received from Cisco Network Academy Doha-Qatar. Network + from Infosys Doha-Qatar. 2014 Abilities: Able to read and interpret schematic drawings, flow diagrams, and technical manuals. Able to lead a team of engineers and technicians Able to analyze and solve technical problems. Must be flexible and willing to adapt to various situations and rotating work schedules which includes working major holidays. Able to multi-task Able to work under pressure Able to work in shifts Able to meet deadlines Able to work in rotational shift 24/7/365. Able to work with minimum supervision Competencies 1. Team Collaboration Awareness 4. Problem Solving and Decision Making Awareness 2. Delivering Results Awareness 5. Communicating and Influencing Awareness 3. Adaptability/ Flexibility Performance Measure: Effectiveness and accuracy of deliverables including RFP's, specifications and recommendations. Efficiency in solving problems. Quality of services and accuracy of reports provided. Speedy in responding to requests and complaints with short notice. Safety of the employees in the designated area. Always able to meet deadline for assigned tasks. Tools: Computer, Internet and related software applications including word processor, power point, excel spreadsheet, Visio applications. Waveform monitors Video/Audio measurement equipment Safety Tools • General mechanical tools (screwdrivers; drills; hammer and pliers Wrenches) General electrical tools (Voltmeters; Crimping tools.....) Video/ audio Installation tools • Workshop for repair and maintenance • Testing and Measurement tools
- 7. Career Objective: To be a member of proficient organization, where I wish to be motivated enough to provide my Services with extreme dedication and loyalty. About Myself: I am believer in discipline, commitment and dedication to whatever task is given. Honest and Good manners are my strongest virtues, I believer. I can adapt myself to any environment and situation and find it challenging to be given new goals in new organization. I have a very friendly nature and find it very easy working in any group. Personal Data: Date of Birth : 1st May 1974 Place of Birth : Doha Qatar (Mid – East) Civil Status : Married Sex : Male Language Spoken : English, Arabic, Urdu, Punjabi