Nicole Rodriguez
MEDIA SERVER & PLAYBACK SPECIALIST
Technical production specialist with 10+ years of experience supporting media server workflows, playback systems, large-format displays, projection environments, and live productions. Experienced operating Pixera and Resolume systems, preparing and managing media assets, troubleshooting complex AV environments, and supporting high-profile productions across the United States. Passionate about immersive entertainment, emerging display technologies, and delivering seamless experiences for creative and technical teams.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Pixera • Resolume • Aquilon • NotchLC • HAP • NDI • Companion • Stream Deck • Unreal Engine • After Effects • Premiere Pro • QSYS • AV Networking • LED Systems • Projection Mapping • Windows • macOS
CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Aquilon Level 3 Certified Operator
Official Pixera Workshop Training
Disguise Designer Essentials (In Progress)
EDUCATION
University of California, San Diego
B.A. Interdisciplinary Computing and the Arts
Minor: Digital Video & Film Production
EXPERIENCE
ENCORE GLOBAL | Video Technical Specialist, National Production Team | 2023–Present
• Primary Pixera operator for Sciton's national event program, supporting recurring productions across the United States
• Manage media preparation, content updates, playback, troubleshooting, and live show execution
• Operate media servers, LED displays, projection systems, playback systems, and AV technology for national productions
• Coordinate with producers, engineers, presenters, and venue personnel in high-pressure environments
• Support media asset preparation, content management, video playback, and display workflows
FREELANCE | Resolume Programmer & Playback Technician | 2022–Present
• Program and operate Resolume systems for concerts, festivals, and live performances
• Create and modify media content using Adobe After Effects
• Support playback workflows, content preparation, and show operation for artists including Louis The Child and RL Grime
SELECTED PROJECTS
HOSPITALITY UNCORKED (2026)
Operated a fully redundant four-node Pixera system driving a large-scale immersive environment consisting of a 16-projector blend across three ballroom walls, two 9x16 projection surfaces, and a central LED wall. Responsible for media preparation, playback, system synchronization, troubleshooting, and show operation. The installation delivered a seamless 360-degree underwater experience featuring multiple scenic looks, transitions, and synchronized content across all display surfaces.
SCITON NATIONAL TOUR (2025-PRESENT)
Primary Pixera operator supporting recurring national productions, keynote presentations, product launches, and live demonstrations. Responsible for media preparation, content updates, playback, troubleshooting, and show execution.
SATURN AWARDS (2025)
Pixera operator responsible for managing media playback, graphics, content updates, lower thirds, and show deliverables for both the in-room presentation and Roku broadcast workflow.
FOUR SEASONS NAPA VALLEY DRIVE EXPERIENCE (2023)
Supported nationally recognized projection mapping and immersive visual experience utilizing large-format projection systems and custom playback workflows.