Ken D. McRory Resume

MBA, HBMusic, CompTIA A+ Certified IT Technican

Career Path

I strive to further develop both my creative and technical abilities by constantly learning and exploring new ideas and technology. 

I enjoy working with passionate team players who seek collective success for all involved.

Top Abilities

  • outstanding computer skills with a quick grasp of new and emerging technologies
  • highly organized and detail-oriented
  • self-motivated to work above expectations
  • analytical and imaginative with exceptional problem solving skills
  • co-operative and amicable

Work Experience

Vortex Canada
Marketing & Office Manager
Spring 2009 - ongoing

Vortex logo

hivetech media solutions
Owner
Winter 2008 - ongoing

Synnex Canada Manufacturing– Configuration Services
Computer Technician
Contract Position
Spring 2008 – Fall 2008 
Synnex Canada  

Vortex Canada
Shipping/Receiving
Fall 2007 – Spring 2008

Vortex Canada

Canadian Opera Company
Marketing Manager: Fall 1999 – Fall 2003
Interim Manager of Corporate Sponsorship: Winter 1998 – Fall 1999
Campaigns Coordinator, Marketing: Spring 1996 – Winter 1998
Canadian Opera Company

Skills

I.T. Building and Configuration

  • assemble and customize brand name and white box computers, notebooks and servers from base components
  • artfully attach and arrange cables to allow for maximum airflow and eliminate fan interference by bundling with ties
  • configure RAID settings utilizing multiple hard drives
  • install operating systems, software, drivers as well as BIOS and other updates
  • clone hard drives using Symantec Ghost on both individual and multiple systems utilizing networked servers 
  • final inspection and testing to ISO-9001 specifications of highest quality
  • end packaging of product in mint condition
  • ongoing troubleshooting and problem solving

Additional Computer Skills

  • Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • website design and management utilizing Dreamweaver
  • image creation and manipulation in Photoshop
  • print document creation
  • knowledge and use of ticketing/donor databases
  • use of sales and inventory management systems

Planning and Campaign Management

  • planning and execution of subscription and single ticket campaigns
  • tracking and analysis of sales
  • securing sponsorships with assistance from Board members
  • developing relationships with sponsors

Writing

  • copy writing of direct mail pieces and brochures
  • creating corporate appeals and grant applications
  • web site development

Budgeting

  • maintaining department expense budget of 1.5 million 

Customer Service

  • front of house experience for professional theatrical productions
  • professional yet relaxed manner dealing with the public
  • comfortable dealing with cash, debit and credit cards

Education

MBA with concentrations in Marketing and Arts and Media Administration, 1996
Graduate Diploma in Arts and Media Administration, 1996
Schulich School of Business at York University

Schulich School of Business

Honours Bachelor of Music, 1994
Comprehensive program specializing in voice
Wilfrid Laurier University
Wilfrid Laurier University

Certifications

Comp TIA A+ Certified IT Technician, 2008
Career ID Number: COMP001008185266
CompTIA IT Technician

Community Activities

  • Chorister in the Guelph Chamber Choir since 2006
  • Chorister in the St. John's Parish Choir, Elora since 2008
  • Chorister in the Toronto Mendelssohn Choir from 1994 -2004
  • Website design and maintenance for the Guelph Chamber Choir and Calgary Inferno Wheelchair Rugby Team

Personal Interests

music, media, theatre, film, literature and design

References

Letter of Reference by the late Richard Bradshaw, esteemed General Director of the Canadian Opera Company

Letter of Reference by Jeremy Elbourne, Director of Marketing, Canadian Opera Company

Current references available upon request

Printable Resume

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