Robert Merkle

Philadelphia, PA
Phone: ‪(215) 792-3897‬
Email: remerkle@outlook.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/robmerkle

Professional Experience

Inizio Engage XD
March 2024 – Present | Philadelphia, PA

Primary Show Caller: Lead show calling for live, hybrid, and virtual events, directing stage managers and AV technicians to execute the event plan.
Control Room Operations: Manage control room activities, ensuring smooth technical operation throughout the event.
Technical Rehearsals: Organize and lead technical rehearsals, ensuring all equipment and personnel are prepared for the live event.
Vendor Coordination: Directed third-party audiovisual providers, ensuring a high quality of service was delivered and client satisfaction was achieved.
Client Collaboration: Work closely with clients to understand their vision and requirements, translating them into technical production plans.
Problem Solving: Quickly resolve any issues that arise during events, ensuring minimal impact on the live broadcast.

AMHC
April 2024 – Present | FanDuel Headquarters, NYC

Team Leadership: Led audiovisual teams for high-profile events, managing pre-production, on-site operations, and the integration of third-party systems.
Signal Flow Design: Designed and implemented signal flow diagrams for multi-site broadcast events, ensuring seamless operation of high-profile internal events.
Client Collaboration: Collaborated directly with end clients to deliver tailored broadcast solutions.

Showstream Live Media LLC / Merkle Media Corporation
May 2012 – Present | New York, NY

Directing Broadcast Production Teams: Oversee live production teams, ensuring seamless operation across various broadcast environments.
Developing Run-of-Shows: Create detailed run-of-show documents to guide event flow, timing, and technical cues.
Managing Production Roles: Coordinate roles and responsibilities within the production team, ensuring all aspects of the event are covered.
Designing Cloud Production Solutions: Implement cloud-based solutions for remote video production, enhancing accessibility and flexibility.
Troubleshooting Technical Issues: Act as the lead troubleshooter for any technical problems that arise during live events.
Implementing Accessibility Solutions: Ensure all productions meet accessibility standards, including closed captioning and audio description.
Integrating Live Social Media: Manage the integration of live social media feeds into broadcast productions.

Rainbow / AMC Networks
August 2010 – May 2012 | Bethpage, NY

Broadcast Quality Maintenance: Maintained national broadcast quality through precise control of live television broadcasts, including real-time technical troubleshooting.
Network Operations: Operated Fox Sports, MSG Varsity, AMC, and WE tv networks, ensuring accurate delivery of scheduled content across multiple platforms, including national and regional cable networks.
Rebranding Initiatives: Played a key role in network-wide rebranding initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions in on-air graphics and production elements.
Mentorship: Mentored junior operators, upholding high broadcast standards and regulatory compliance.

Christ Fellowship
March 2007 – June 2010 | Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Live Event Production: Directed multi-camera broadcast productions for weekly audiences of 30,000+, setting a high standard for live event production.
Simulcast Events: Pioneered multi-site simulcast events using Streambox IP-based streaming, linking auditoriums across multiple locations.
HD Transition: Led the transition from SD to HD production, enhancing the church’s broadcast capabilities and production quality.

vMix Production: Expertise in operating vMix for live video production, including multi-camera setups and remote guest integration.
Technical Directing: Proficient in directing live events, managing camera crews, and ensuring smooth production flow.
Cloud Video Production: Strong experience in cloud-based video production, utilizing SRT and other streaming technologies.
Client Management: Effective in communicating with clients, understanding their needs, and delivering high-quality productions that meet their expectations.
Troubleshooting: Skilled in identifying and resolving technical issues quickly to maintain production quality.

Oral Roberts University
2004 | Tulsa, OK