Gustav Teitge
Dunedin,New Zealand
Summary
With a strong background in IT and AV solutions and a nuanced understanding of education pedagogy, I specialize in designing and delivering technologies that enhance collaboration, learning, and operational success across educational and commercial sectors. By aligning innovative technology with teaching methodologies and business objectives, I aim to empower organizations to achieve their goals. My expertise in strategic account management and consultative technical sales enables me to build trusted relationships and deliver impactful solutions that drive growth and innovation
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Hybrid Workplace Technical Pre-Sales Consultant
Ricoh New Zealand Limited
, New Zealand
03.2022 - Current
- AV System design, sales and project management
- Identified potential clients, built relationships, and negotiated contracts.
- Conducted research on industry trends, competitor activities, and customer needs.
- Drafted proposals for prospects in response to their requests for information.
- Collaborated with internal teams for successful execution of projects.
- Represented the company at industry conferences, networking events, and trade shows to build brand awareness.
- Monitored industry trends and technological advancements to stay ahead of competition.
- Maintained a strong presence around all Converged AV/IT technology sectors and responsible for leadership guidance
Business Dev, Sales, AV System Design and Proj Man
Vision AV
, Dunedin
10.2018 - 03.2022
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and market share.
- Maintained a database of existing customers and prospective leads.
- Resolved complex technical issues related to system design, configuration, and integration.
- Built network diagrams and flowcharts to document system design specifications.
- Reviewed user requirements documents and designed cost-effective solutions that meet customer needs.
- Expand and diversify business portfolio to allow organic growth of inherent skills which included Extensive knowledge uptake of Otago PolyTech, University of Otago and Southland Institute of Technology
Business Manager, Post Production, Comm. Cinema
Wild and Marr
, Johannesburg
06.2016 - 09.2018
- Brand manager for the Broadcast, Studio and Commercial market sector
Managed and promoted top-tier brands within the Broadcast, Studio, and Commercial market sectors, driving brand awareness and market penetration.
Leveraged extensive technical knowledge to provide clients with the best hardware solutions, enhancing their operations and achieving their goals
Technical Sales Engineer
02.2011 - 09.2018
- Using my practical field experience was the perfect tool to provide the best hardware solution for many clients
- This field experience is invaluable to make the right connection with clients that is technically oriented.
Systems Engineer
10.2007 - 07.2012
- Pushing the boundaries with audio visual product integration and ensure the correct product is used in the right environment
- Acting as a senior intellectual resource to all sales staff is really an honour
- This position really gave me the opportunity to leave my mark in this challenging market.
Solutions architect
Wild and Marr
10.2005 - 10.2007
- Managing of assembly workshop team
- Ensuring professionally produced integrated solutions out of the workshop and delivering consistent quality
- Design and commission of installed integrated systems
- Programming and Calibration of all integrated audio products.
Technical Manager
Hattech
01.2002 - 09.2005
Sound Engineer
Satellite sound
01.1999 - 01.2002
Lead Installer
Hattech
01.1999 - 01.2002
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Microsoft Teams Rooms Technical Solutions
Microsoft
Some College (No Degree) - Microsoft Converged Communications Partner Technic
Microsoft
Some College (No Degree) - Masters Technology Architect
Crestron
Some College (No Degree) - Q-Sys L1 And L2 ProAV Control Programming
QSC
Dunedin, NZSome College (No Degree) - Tesira 101 And 201
JANDS - BIAMP
AucklandBasic and Advanced networking -
Duxbury
09.2009
Advanced sound engineering Diploma, Sound engineering -
Allenby Campus (Bramley)
09.1998
Acoustic and loudspeaker modelling -
Ahnert Feistel Media Group, Berlin, Germany
09.2009
Smaart audio system calibration software -
Rational acoustics
04.2014
Clearone University
12.2012
Harman Professional, LA, UK
11.2011
JBL Vertec Line Array trainer, Line Array principles and field engineer training -
JBL - Northridge
09.2009
London Architect and Audio Architect Trainer -
BSS Audio
08.2008
Skills
- Business Development: Proven track record in expanding commercial businesses
- Strategic Relationship Building: Exceptional at establishing and nurturing relationships, and cultivating trust with clients and stakeholders
- Market insights: Advanced skills in market observation, facilitating agile responses to industry trends, and customer needs
- Technical expertise: Commanding knowledge of networked AV technologies, enabling precise and effective solution design
- Event management: Proficient in agile coordination and event management, ensuring seamless project execution
- Consultative Sales Techniques
- Solution Selling
- Application Engineering
- Proposal Development
- Situational Analysis and Resolution
- Microsoft Hybrid Workplace Meeting Technical Specialist
- Experienced with MS-700 Best Practices
- Experienced with AI Integration
Affiliations
- Music team volunteer at church - Sound mixing
- Otago E-Sports volunteer - Providing technical insight, event planning and fundraising
- Seasoned NZ motorhome traveller - Still so much to explore in this amazing country
Certification
Microsoft TEAMS Room Technical Architect
Microsoft MS-700 Equivalent studies
Crestron Masters Architect (Silver)
Ampetronic Assistive listening - Design and deploy
Accomplishments
- Ricoh NZ - New Employee of the year (2022) -
- STUDER - Outstanding Achievement Award (2015)
Timeline
Hybrid Workplace Technical Pre-Sales Consultant
Ricoh New Zealand Limited
03.2022 - Current
Business Dev, Sales, AV System Design and Proj Man
Vision AV
10.2018 - 03.2022
Business Manager, Post Production, Comm. Cinema
Wild and Marr
06.2016 - 09.2018
Technical Sales Engineer
02.2011 - 09.2018
Systems Engineer
10.2007 - 07.2012
Solutions architect
Wild and Marr
10.2005 - 10.2007
Technical Manager
Hattech
01.2002 - 09.2005
Sound Engineer
Satellite sound
01.1999 - 01.2002
Lead Installer
Hattech
01.1999 - 01.2002
Some College (No Degree) - Microsoft Teams Rooms Technical Solutions
Microsoft
Some College (No Degree) - Microsoft Converged Communications Partner Technic
Microsoft
Some College (No Degree) - Masters Technology Architect
Crestron
Some College (No Degree) - Q-Sys L1 And L2 ProAV Control Programming
QSC
Some College (No Degree) - Tesira 101 And 201
JANDS - BIAMP
Basic and Advanced networking -
Duxbury
Advanced sound engineering Diploma, Sound engineering -
Allenby Campus (Bramley)
Acoustic and loudspeaker modelling -
Ahnert Feistel Media Group, Berlin, Germany
Smaart audio system calibration software -
Rational acoustics
Clearone University
Harman Professional, LA, UK
JBL Vertec Line Array trainer, Line Array principles and field engineer training -
JBL - Northridge
London Architect and Audio Architect Trainer -
BSS Audio
References
References available upon request.
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