Independent Projects & Collaborations
I work with businesses, non-profits, and individuals on focused, high-impact technical projects — from intelligent systems using shelf digital platforms to bespoke programs and tailored work.
I am selective about projects and prioritise work that creates long-term value, sustainable growth, and compounding digital assets rather than short-term contracting. Engagements are structured, scoped, and outcome-driven.
Background/What I Work On
Microsoft 365 Administration
Exchange Online & Exchange Server
Entra ID & Windows Deployment
SharePoint & OneDrive Troubleshooting
Proxmox Virtualisation
Linux Server Administration
3D Modelling
UniFi Networking
Client Communication
Technical Leadership
Business IT Strategy
Process Improvement
Professional Experience
Banx Systems — Service Engineer
2024 - Present
- Oversaw large scale deployments of hardware and software to industry
- Primary point of contact for 15 branches of an Auckland-wide veterinary clinic chain
- MSP (managed service provider) standard activities
- Responsible for invoicing over $1m in annual sales
News Lead & Wire Producer
2022 - 2024
- Conducted interviews with experts on current affairs and analysis topics.
Allsafe Security — Security Technician
2021 - 2022
- Implemented security best practices to ensure electronic security.
Voluntary Work
95bFM — Radio Host
March 2023 – Present · Auckland, New Zealand
- Host of The Ear, a specialist music and culture programme.
- Operation of live broadcast systems and studio infrastructure.
95bFM — News Lead & Wire Producer
October 2022 – November 2023 · Auckland, New Zealand
- Led daily news production pipelines for live broadcast environments.
- Interviewed experts across science, technology, and policy domains.
- Produced structured research and editorial outputs for high-frequency publishing cycles.
Selected Engineering Projects
- LPWAN-based GPS asset tracker with custom PCB design and bespoke enclosure.
- Raspberry Pi secure access control system using QR-based one-time password authentication.
- Custom embedded security device platforms for physical access control systems.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (Electronics & Computer Engineering)
Massey University, Auckland · 2018
- Advanced Micro & Nano Technology
- Digital Signal Processing
- Embedded Systems Design
- Advanced Electronic Circuits
- Advanced Computer Engineering
- Advanced Communication Engineering
- Control Engineering
Secondary Education
Rangitoto College · NCEA Level 3 (Excellence) · 2013
Qualifications
- Draytek Router Networking Credential (2025)
- Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics — University of Auckland (2024)
- Ministry of Justice Certificate of Approval (2021)
- VMware VSP & VTSP Virtualisation Certifications (2015)
Social
Acting
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Ever since Arno was young, he has been fascinated by film and film culture. He is open to acting roles of both brief and extended formats. Please contact him directly below and he will respond with travel prices, and price per line of dialog.
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