Spyros Kapsaskis
BSc (Hons) in Broadcast Technology from Liverpool John Moores University (2003), Content Manager / Encoder for Mobix Interactive (2006-2007), Technical Supervisor for the BP Video Library since 2007.
| Headline: | Startup Member |
| Work status: | Employed Full-Time |
| Website: | http://live-zakynthos.com |
| Skills: | Business, C/C++, Design, English, Graphic design, HTML / CSS, Human-Computer Interaction, Italian, Languages, MacOS applications, Product design, Public Relations, SQL, Web design, Windows, Windows applications |
| Location: | London |
| Interested in: | Helping friends, Meeting new people, Professional opportunities |
| Tags: | Travel, video |
| Schools: | Liverpool John Moores University, University of Salford |
WORK EXPERIENCE
| Employer: | BP Video Library |
| Position: | Technical Supervisor |
| Time period: | October 2007 - Present |
| Description: | Managing all technical workflow and scheduling of jobs such as encoding jobs and client requests
Managing a small team of freelance shotlisters and content managers Creating and re-designing new processes such as digital workflows and multi-format support QC (Quality Control) of media Providing support to clients and staff, making necessary software and hardware configurations & installations, fixing faults, general trouble-shooting and maintenance of workstations, servers and other equipment Evaluating and recommending new software / hardware for purchase Currently administrative duties include database maintenance, content ingestion and management and creating technical documents for training purposes. |
| Employer: | Mobix Interactive |
| Position: | Content Manager / Encoder |
| Time period: | April 2006 - October 2007 |
| Description: | Technical: Specialized in video compression, processing and editing. Utilized a variety of technologies such as Visual Studio, .NET, C#, SQL Server and XML to maintain, test and administer mobile portals and run day-to-day reports. Participated in the development and testing of Mobix’s proprietary CMS providing bug reports. Provided technical support to Production and the Marketing Team. Trained colleagues in video processes.
Admin: Managed and maintained various mobile video streaming portals and services. Ingested, managed and reviewed content. Created the editorial, updated services on a daily basis and took care of the scheduling of future updates and testing of all services Creative: Worked with Marketing in developing various mobile portals for our network partners (O2, T-mobile, 3). Created wireframes, presentations, graphics, demos and other customer proposals |
| Employer: | Technicolor Creative Services |
| Position: | Assets Coordinator / Technician |
| Time period: | April 2005 - March 2006 |
| Description: | Quality-Control of media files for DVD including video, audio, graphics and subtitles. Ensured all projects were up to standards and within guidelines.
Operated in machine rooms on a daily basis and used a variety of computer programs such as Spruce, Photoshop and Virtual Dub for day-to-day tasks. I also trained and managed interns during Technicolor’s expansion. |
| Employer: | Hellenic Army |
| Position: | Soldier and Food Manager |
| Time period: | September 2003 - September 2004 |
| Description: | Main responsibilities included planning for all costs, supervising preparation for shopping of goods and ensuring all financial information needs were met. Managed monthly checklists and reporting to superiors of all planning and costs.
Carried day-to-day tasks. |
EDUCATION
| University: | Liverpool John Moores University |
| Time period: | 2001 - 2003 |
| Degree: | Broadcast Technology, BSc |
| University: | University of Salford |
| Time period: | 1999 - 2001 |
| Degree: | HND in Professional Sound & Video Technology |
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Live Zakynthos
A travel guide to Zakynthos (Zante) promoting the island through videos, stories, images and other interactive media.
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LikeCube
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bluewalks
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Jeff Hock
Business Development and Online Marketing Professional with Entrepreneurial as well as Corporate Experience.