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JOEL LIONEL PETERS

Hillsong Church London
LONDON
8
years of professional experience

Summary

Technical Production and AV Systems Engineer with extensive experience delivering complex audiovisual solutions across corporate, broadcast, and live production environments. Skilled in Q-SYS programming and troubleshooting, integrated AV systems, and conferencing technologies including Zoom Rooms, Google Meet, and Logitech Rally.

Combines practical audio, video, and broadcast engineering expertise with a reliability-focused approach to system design, integration, commissioning, and technical support. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex systems, integrate solutions with existing infrastructure, and deliver user-focused AV experiences, supported by strong technical leadership, stakeholder management, and a track record of improving operational efficiency.

Skills

Q-SYS LEVEL 1 Certification
Python
C
and C+ Programming
LUA Script Tools
Dante. SMPTE 2110 & AVB Network Systems
Project Management and Coordination
Asset and inventory management software
Networked Signal distribution
Audio + Visual Systems Integration
Projection & LED Wall Integration
Audio routing & signal flow management
Broadcast and Stream Engineering
Technical Team Building
Industry Standard DSP Solutions

Work History

AV Engineer

4 Years 3 Months
Freelance | 07.2022 - Current

Notable Clients - d&b Solutions, Stage Engage, iMAG Displays, Perception Live, INCA

  • Integrate standalone AV systems with existing venue infrastructure, adapting signal routing, control workflows and equipment configurations to meet specific production and client requirements.
  • Program, configure and troubleshoot Q-SYS systems across multiple venues, working with existing architectures to diagnose faults, optimise system functionality and deliver reliable AV performance.
  • Deliver temporary conferencing and hybrid-event solutions using Logitech Rally, Google Meet and Zoom Rooms, supporting presentations, live communication and collaboration with international offices and partners during events.
  • Apply practical audio engineering and broadcast production expertise to integrated AV workflows, considering signal integrity, DSP, video routing, streaming and end-to-end system reliability.
  • Troubleshoot complex audio and video signal paths under live operating conditions, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions while minimising disruption.
  • Collaborate with clients, project managers, suppliers and technical teams to translate event requirements into practical, reliable technical solutions.
  • Strategised with project managers to align audio and video solutions seamlessly within specified technical frameworks for each event.

Head of Department - Audio

2 Years 9 Months
Hillsong Church London | 01.2024 - Current
  • Led delivery of AV production across a range of live events, overseeing full technical execution including system design, control room setup, and coordination with venue-based engineering teams for PA deployment and integration.
  • Oversee the operation and ongoing improvement of Zoom Rooms and it's integration with Microsoft Teams within the office, troubleshooting issues and refining configurations to improve reliability, collaboration and the user experience.
  • Managed and supported teams of audio engineers and technicians, ensuring consistent, safe, and high-quality delivery across multiple concurrent events in fast-paced live environments.
  • Contributed to reinvestment of production revenue into upgrading technical infrastructure and equipment, improving overall venue capability and enhancing the quality and scalability of future events.
  • Coordinate technical requirements, equipment deployment and system integration across venues and events, working with existing infrastructure and adapting solutions to operational needs.
  • Lead technical teams and coordinate suppliers, budgets and equipment requirements to deliver complex productions across multiple locations.

Venue Technical Manager

1 Year 11 Months
Community Venues | 01.2024 - 12.2025
  • Designed and delivered integrated AV, lighting, and staging solutions tailored to client requirements, ensuring alignment with creative intent, technical feasibility, and venue capabilities.
  • Partnered closely with clients, event organisers, and technical directors to plan event delivery from initial logistics through to technical execution, crewing schedules, and full venue reset.

Producer and Editor

8 Months
The Drum | 11.2021 - 07.2022
  • Configured audio setups to ensure optimal performance across internal functions and external collaborations.
  • Liaised with clients to understand their audio requirements and deliver tailored solutions.
  • Compiled comprehensive reports on project deliverables, highlighting successes and areas for improvement.
  • Canon - Class of 2021, Waze X Citroën, The Drum Award Shows, Qatar Airways X The Metaverse.
  • Managed multiple video editing projects simultaneously, adhering to tight deadlines without compromising on quality.
  • Adapted video content for different platforms, optimising videos for viewing on mobile devices, social media, and web applications.
  • Utilised advanced editing software, including Adobe Creative Suite, ProTools etc to craft high-quality video content and podcasts.

Broadcast Video Engineer - Volunteer

3 Years 8 Months
Hillsong Church | 08.2018 - 04.2022
  • Operated and set up multiple broadcast camera video feeds for live productions.
  • Managed video switching, encoding, and routing systems for both live and recorded broadcasts.
  • Assisted in the setup and operation of video control rooms and transmission systems.
  • Video guarantee and engineering.
  • Calibrated and colour-corrected cameras (Camera Shading) for optimal picture quality within EBU broadcast regulations.
  • Well-versed in SMPTE, EBU, and ITU standards for live broadcasting.

Education

BA (HONS.) - MUSIC PRODUCTION AND SOUND ENGINEERING

Middlesex University | 01-2021

A-Levels - Major In Computer Science

M.E.S Indian School | 01-2018

Notable Projects

  • NYE at Peninsula London 2024 - HOD Audio and FOH Engineer for the NYE event at Peninsula London - looking after a team of 4 audio technicians and engineers.
  • ServiceNow Events (Stage Engage) - Cross company events - live-streamed with viewers and presenters across all their global branches, engineered from their UK HQ. Video and audio system design and execution.
  • Illuminate at Science Museum 2022-2024 (d&b Solutions) - Integration of external equipment with the in-house Q-SYS and Crestron systems for events across all floors of Illuminate
  • "Blitz" AppleTV Movie Premiere London 2024 (iMAG Displays) - HOD Audio
  • UK Ministry Of Defence Presentation 2023 (iMAG Displays) - LED Technician
  • JustGiving Awards 2023 at The Roundhouse (d&b Solutions) - HOD Video and Broadcast Engineer, 6 Camera live broadcast - 25k viewers on live broadcast.
  • London Carols at The West End (Hillsong, 2024,2025) - Audio Gurantee and Monitor Engineer, designed full audio control package to accommodate 120+ input channels and 26 stereo IEM mixes.
  • Hillsong Conference Concert 2025/2026 at Wembley Arena - Audio Guarantee and FOH+Mons Engineer, played a role in planning, designing and deploying systems in collaboration with companies such as Solotech and AdLib to provide audio package capable of processing 100+ inputs with 20+ IEM mixes.
  • Hillsong Conference Concert 2024 at ExCel Arena - Audio Gurantee and Monitor Engineer, collaborated with external hire companies to provide audio package capable of processing 100+ inputs with 16 IEM mixes.
  • London Carols 2021 at SSE Wembley Arena (Hillsong) - Camera Racks and CCU Engineer.

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