Darrell McCalla

Background

About Darrell McCalla

Currently working as Director of Technology and Engineering, Chief Operator and SYS Administrator for WBHM FM(UAB). For the last 13 years managing studio upgrades, Automation Servers, Transmitters and Station IT. With 19 years of experience in Facility Management, Project Supervision, Facility Design and Photography/Graphic design for a Motorsports Museum and Racing Venue.Solid 50+years experience with broadcasting and audio/video. Extensive experience repairing to depot level Sony Broadcast Equipment; U-Matic, BetaCam SP, Digital Beta Broadcast VTR’s – Studio Equipment; switchers, routers, Cameras and audio mixers. Full knowledge setting up Business TV Satellite Network – to 27 locations around the world via satellite, installing MW link to local TV station’s Uplink. Providing over-site and liaison to Broadcasters and engineering crews; acting as principal EIC (Engineer in Charge)Install then Training operators on 14+ video editing and production systems. 11 years in Oil and Gas industry creating Videos, Interactive CBT, HR and Safety for all aspects of Onshore/Offshore, Pipeline/Exploration and Drilling operations.Extensive experience repairing to depot level Sony Broadcast Equipment; U-Matic, BetaCam SP, Digital Beta Broadcast VTR’s – Studio Equipment; switchers, routers, Cameras and audio mixers.