Carlos Manzano

Lead video production for high-visibility commercial campaigns from concept through delivery

Direct talent, manage crews, and oversee lighting, camera, and audio setups for studio and location shoots

Supervise editors and production staff, ensuring consistent quality and on-time delivery

Collaborate with marketing, leadership, and external partners to align creative vision and execution

Troubleshoot technical and workflow issues in fast-paced production environments

Write, produce, and direct commercial video projects for external clients

Manage client relationships, schedules, and production logistics

Perform cinematography, lighting, audio capture, and post-production editing

Coordinate equipment preparation, vendor resources, and location logistics

Led and supported live broadcast productions in control rooms and live event environments. Worked under broadcast rights agreements, so footage isn’t publicly shareable, but responsibilities included real-time decision-making, crew leadership, technical troubleshooting, and coordination with engineers and directors.

Key Responsibilities:
• Directed control-room operations, transitioning between live segments
• Supervised camera operators, audio technicians, and technical crew
• Operated as Audio Operator 2 (A2) for sports broadcasts
• Handled broadcast camera operations for in-arena and remote productions
• Worked with intercom, IFB, RF systems, and live audio consoles
• Coordinated equipment prep, maintenance, and technical readiness

Oversaw live and live-to-tape productions for statewide broadcast, managing crews, directing technical operations, and ensuring quality execution. Coordinated with producers and engineers to prepare equipment, troubleshoot live technical issues, and maintain broadcast standards.

Highlights:
• Directed 100+ live productions
• Trained new technical staff and interns
• Initiated equipment workflows and maintenance routines

* Camera Operation * Directing * Switching * Pre-game Set-up * Camera Set-up * Roving Camera Operation and Set-up

* Audio Board Set-up * Wireless Microphone Set-up * Live Game Audio Board Operation * Set Level and EQs Skills * Microsoft Office Suite: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, and Outlook * Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Bridge, Premier * Expert computer skills (Mac and PC) * Bi-Lingual: English & Spanish * Work well both independently and as part of a team * Adept at multi-tasking * Able to quickly learn and adapt to new situations and environments * Driven to achieve workplace goals and success * Excellent communications skill

* -Camera Operator * Floor Manager * Set set-up * Lighting * Graphics training * Audio Switchboard Operator -