Chad Bystrom
About Chad Bystrom
Chad Bystrom is a Technical Director and Director with extensive experience in media production, currently holding multiple positions at various companies including Mighty Media Studios and SMT. He has a background in video production, having studied at the Art Institute of Seattle, and has worked in the industry since 2006.
Work at Mighty Media Studios
Chad Bystrom has served as Technical Director and Director at Mighty Media Studios since 2020. Located in Redmond, Washington, he has been involved in various technical aspects of media production for four years. His role encompasses overseeing technical operations and directing projects, ensuring high-quality output in the studio.
Current Roles at SMT
Since 2015, Chad Bystrom has worked at SMT (SportsMEDIA Technology Corp) as a 1st & 10 Lead Operator Utility and Matte Operator. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, he has accumulated nine years of experience in sports media technology, contributing to the production and delivery of live sports broadcasts.
Education and Expertise
Chad Bystrom studied at West Seattle High School from 2002 to 2006. He furthered his education at The Art Institute of Seattle, where he focused on Video Production and earned an Associate of Applied Arts Degree from 2007 to 2009. This educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary for his various technical roles in media production.
Experience at Big Rock Productions
Chad Bystrom has been a Technical Director, Engineer, and Tech Operator at Big Rock Productions since 2017. Located in Woodinville, Washington, he has contributed to the technical execution of various projects for seven years, leveraging his expertise in media technology.
Roles at Pac-12 Networks
At Pac-12 Networks, Chad Bystrom has worked as a Camera Operator and Technical Director since 2016. Over the course of eight years, he has played a key role in the production of sports programming, utilizing his technical skills to enhance broadcast quality.