MUHAMMAD IRFAN ANWAR

E-Mail: irfananwar4@hotmail.com
Irfananwar4@gmail.com
LinkedIn: https://pk.linkedin.com/in/muhammad-irfan-anwar-50a01122
Skype ID: irfananwar41
Cell Phone :( +92)3005058282

OBJECTIVE
To work in a challenging and competitive environment that promotes my professional growth and gives
me an opportunity to optimally utilize my abilities in the organization.

SUMMARY
Master of Science & Bachelors of Engineering in IT having successful experience from February 2008
till date in satellite communication, IT and broadcasting. Hands on experience on various indoor &
outdoor satellite communication, IT & broadcasting systems which includes VSAT sites, Drive away,
Flyaway & suitcase DSNG antennas , MPEG-2 & 4 Encoders , Integrated Receiver Decoder (IRD) ,
Low Noise Block Down Converters (LNBs) , Block Up Converters (BUCs) and Solid State Power
Amplifiers (SSPAs),Audio Mixers and Video switchers, IT servers and other broadcasting equipment .
Involved in installation, maintenance and configuration of PCR ,MCR, C-band and Ku band VSAT links
of sizes 1.2m,1.8m,3.8m,4.5m also installing & commissioning FM radio sites .Good operational
management & technical skills which includes organizational interpersonal communication, leadership
qualities, team leadership, problem solving, decision making, creative, adaptive and motivated with
excellent HR skills.

PROFESSIONAL EXPIERENCE)
 Associate Manager Technical & Operations
Jaag Broadcasting Systems (PVT) Limited (SAMAA TV) (Feb 2015 to Continue)
Responsibilities
 Supervision of round the clock operations for surveillance and fault management of the IT and
broadcast system.
 Escalation of prolonged issues to higher management followed by regular updates.
 Team management, scheduling duties to maintain adequate people on job.
 Lead Team for execution of Engineering, Maintenance and other tasks
 Overseeing equipment repair progress and following up with vendors.
 Execute all Technical, Administrative and Logistics operations.
 Senior Satellite Engineer :
Jaag Broadcasting Systems (PVT) Limited (SAMAA TV) (Sep 2012 to Jan 2015)
Responsibilities
 Execution of routine satellite operations, configuring and troubleshooting TX & Rx equipment
and monitoring satellites uplink, downlink traffic and audio video quality.
 Commissioning of new VSAT remote sites, earth station links and perform RF optimization.
 Report and repair faults regarding audio video where technically qualified to do so, and take
necessary measures to restore in the fastest possible way.
 Responsible for all VSAT, DSNG and MCR operations including commissioning, maintenance
and troubleshooting.
 Assist and provide support to team members to aid in the achievement of team targets.
  Work with vendors for management of the all broadcast technical equipment.
 Besides all this, the routine work it to manage and troubleshoot the problems occurring in the
following departments:
Transmission Department, OB Vans, ENG Department, Audio Department, Maintenance.
 Performing the administrative & logistic tasks related to engineering works.
 Satellite Engineer :
Jaag Broadcasting Systems (PVT) Limited (SAMAA TV) (Aug 2010 to Sep 2012)
Responsibilities
 Team leader & responsible for prep works for covering important events includes planning,
organizing, leading & controlling of subordinate staff.
 Responsible of smooth satellite and audio video operations of Samaa TV looking after
managing, planning, troubleshooting and implement operations of 24 hours of DSNG, Fix
satellite Link & also covered many important events including bomb blasts, VIP addresses &
rally via DSNG Van & fix link.
 Works in MCR for audio video accuracy and takes major steps to enhance quality.
 Also performs duty as a Field Producer.
 Jr. Communication Engineer:
National Communication Services (PVT) Limited Islamabad (DUNYA TV) (Oct 2008 to Aug2010)
Responsibilities
 Responsible of satellite operations of DUNYA TV including fix link and DSNG fault fixing and
troubleshooting.
 Responsible of establishing and maintaining live events from DSNG van & fix link.
 Transmitting live events, feeds programs & receiving feeds from different stations including
signal quality check and processing.
 Also performs duty as a Field Producer.
 Intern-ship :
Huawei Technologies Faisalabad (Feb 2008 to Oct 2008)
Responsibilities
 Follow up the trouble tickets regarding alarms in the network and write reports of the entire fault
faced by the engineers in the field.
 Verification of sectors through compass, Performing ping test & responsible for site labelling.
 Involve in different hot & cold swapping projects.

EDUCATIONAL PROFILE
 MS(Information Technology): Government College University Faisalabad, 2014-2016
 B.E (Information Technology): Hamdard University Karachi, 2001-2005
 H.S.S.C (Pre Engineering): Government College Faisalabad, 1998-2000
 S.S.C (Science): Little Angels School System Faisalabad, 1996- 1998

EXPERTISE
 Satellite Earth Stations, Satellite News Gathering, IT & broadcast Communication, Computer &
Wireless Networks, Project Management, Team Building, Fault Management.

RESEARCH THESIS

 Impact of Rain on C-Band & Ku-Band Satellite Signals in Pakistan

TECHNICAL SKILLS
 Hands on experience of Advent driveway system including 1.2m,1.8m antenna (New swift drive
away antenna), Antenna control unit (ACU 5000,4000), HPA controller (AHC 3051), Advent
Video Exciter but not limited to.
 Hands on experience on iNetVu (5000) System, SWE-Dish System (DVB Suitcase Satellite
System), and Local made drive away antennas also handle TVU & Teradek bond devices.
 Hands on experience of audio video equipment including Tandberg (E5714,E5740), Advent (DVE
4000,5000), Harmonic(Ellipse 3000), Dexin(NDS3543) Encoder Modulator & Tandberg IRD
(TT1260),Harmonic IRD Proview7100, Data Video Switcher (SE-5000),MX 70,MX
100,Panasonic Audio Mixer, Behringer Audio Mixer, PROEL Audio Mixer, Symmetric Voice
Processor, Decimator Convertors but not limited to.
 Good knowledge of all broadcast systems in MCR including VTR’s, Camera, switchers, mixers,
audio video troubleshooting, tripod/camera maintenance and CCTV installation.
 Basic knowledge of Final Cut Pro and Adobe Premier Pro for (Non Linear Editing), FTP
software’s.
 Hands on experience of operation and basic maintenance for Generators, UPS.
 Thorough knowledge of GSM based communication systems 2G, 3G & 4G.
 Installation & Configuration of FTP Server, Installation & Maintenance of Network Printer also
tackle user level computer hardware and software problem.
 Installation & Trouble shooting of desktop machines & LAN, procurement regarding basic IT, broadcast &
satellite equipment.

PERSONAL SKILLS
 Confident and result-oriented, possess excellent organizational interpersonal communication and
negotiation skills.
 Able to work with and maintain relation with staff on all level &Compatibility of working in groups.
 Excellent team worker and taking initiatives and timely decisions as appropriate.
 Creative, adaptive and motivated with excellent human relation skills.
 High level of self-discipline, reliability, personal motivation skills.

PERSONAL PROFILE
 Date of birth is 17/03/1983.
 Permanent Address is P-148, Chak # 7 JB Nalka Kohala Sargodha Road Faisalabad, Pakistan.

KEY STRENGTHS
 I am a good Precision Processor; exceptionally good at discovering quick solution to Problems.
 I have good Management Skills, Pressure Handler & have flexibility and proactive in approach
 I am resourceful and can take independent decisions. I can adjust myself in different situations.
 Exceptionally hard working and friendly, who can achieve more in less time.

REFERENCES
 Reference letters from multiple sources can be made available for information and use once
desired.