Derek Shantz
About Derek Shantz
Derek Shantz is a Business Analyst and Telecommunications Technician at TELUS in British Columbia, Canada, with a diverse background in account management, videography, and audio engineering.
Current Position at TELUS
Derek Shantz is currently employed at TELUS in British Columbia, Canada, where he holds the role of Business Analyst. In addition to his responsibilities as a Business Analyst, Derek also operates as a Telecommunications Technician at TELUS. One of his key roles includes facilitating the field readiness of New Product & Service Introduction (NPSI) projects, demonstrating his capability in managing crucial technology implementations.
Previous Experience at Open Connection
Derek Shantz served as a Client Account Manager at Open Connection for six months between 2015 and 2016. His tenure at this company was based in Courtenay, BC. In this role, Derek was responsible for managing client relationships and ensuring satisfaction, laying a solid foundation for his subsequent roles in business analysis and telecommunications.
Role at Vistek
Derek's career at Vistek spanned multiple roles over several years in Toronto. From 2007 to 2013, he worked as a Pro Video Retail Sales Rep. After that, he transitioned to the role of Account Manager Commercial Video (PVSG), where he served from 2013 to 2015. These positions allowed Derek to gain extensive experience in commercial video sales and client management, skills that have been highly beneficial in his later career.
Freelance Videographer and Social Media Coordinator
Between 2008 and 2013, Derek worked as a freelance Videographer and Social Media Coordinator in Toronto. During this period, he developed significant expertise in video production and social media management, honing his technical skills and expanding his professional network in the media industry.
Educational Background
Derek Shantz's educational journey includes studying Neuroscience at Brock University for two years from 1996 to 1998. He later attended The Harris Institute for the Arts, where he completed a Certificate Program in Audio Engineering and Music Production between 2001 and 2002. This diverse educational background has given Derek a unique blend of technical and analytical skills, enhancing his capabilities in both business analysis and telecommunications.