Hi, my name is

Victor Starzec.

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Student. Freelancer. Volunteer.

I always strive for perfection in whatever I find myself doing.

About Me

I am a thrid year Electrical and Electronic Engineering student at Imperial College London. I have a strong background in mathematics, electronics and computer science. I also have a strong interest in the entertainment industry, leading backstage teams and designing systems for shows. I am currently working in R&D at Carallon Ltd. in London, UK.

I am currently working on Brompton’s Tessera video proccessing lineup, calling on skills in software and FPGA development.

Here are a few technologies I've been working with recently:
  • Python
  • C++
  • SystemVerilog
  • Verdi
  • VCS
  • TCL
  • QT
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • JavaScript

Experience

Software and FPGA developer - Carallon Ltd
April 2022 - present
I am currently working as a software and FPGA developer at Carallon Ltd. in London, UK. I am currently working on a project that will significantly improve the usability of the Brompton Tessera video porccessing system in future firmware releases.
Sound Lighting and Video Design - Sole Trader
2018 - Present

I offer sound, lighting, and video design services for the live events industry, working at all levels - including PM (overseeing all technical aspects of a show).

Previous clients include:

  • Soho Garden Dubai
  • The London Cabaret Club
  • Corporate
  • University Societies
  • Schools
  • IC SilFest
  • IC Summer Ball
Amateur Drama Technician - Volunteer
2013 - Present
I have been working with amateur drama and prodution groups for many years. I have frequently taken positions of responsibility, such as sound director, and technical director.
Electronics Repair - Device Repair
2014 - present
I offer board level electronic device repair. This often involves precise surface mount soldering and reverse engineering products where support documentation is not available
Tutoring GCSE - Tuition
2017 - 2019
Assisted in the preparation of students for GCSE exams.

Subjects:
- Sciences
- Mathematics
- Electronics
Swimming instructor - ESS
2017 - 2019
Taught children of all ages to swim independently
Software developer - Metaswitch
2016
Worked with a software development team to write code to interface with SQL databases, reformat database files and ease the process of sending technical emails to customers.

Education

2012 - 2017
General Certificates of Secondary Education
Southgate School

I have completed 11 GCSEs achieveing high grades in all subjects, whether it was a humanity or science.

Extracurricular Activities:

  • Participated in the Enigma Challenge.
  • Participated in The Children’s University programme.
  • Attended and helped lead after school clubs and support groups
2007 - 2019
A-Levels
Dame Alice Owen's School

My time spent studying a smaller selection of subjects ignited my passion for engineering A-Levels chosen:

  • Mathematics
  • Further Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Polish

Extracurricular Activities:

  • Computing society - Creating a room timetabling system, integrating with the existing commercial system used by the school.
  • Mathematics support sessions - Supporting and mentoring younger students in the school
2019 - Present
University
Imperial College London

I study Electrical and Electronic Engineering, covering everything from power transmission, to the structure of semiconductors.

Extracurricular Activities:

Projects

Multimodal Capture in a Smart Room
Multimodal Motion Capture
EE Rover
Autonomous rover project
Analog Synth
First year analog synth project
Robotic arm
A software controlled 3D printed robotic arm, with G-code capabilities

Achievements

G&T
Enrolled on the Gifted and Talented register
Outstanding Contribution to School Life
Recieved the award at the end of year ceremony (A-Levels)
Overall year award
Received the "Head of Transition Award" (year 7-9)"

Get In Touch

Whether you have a question or just want to say hi, I’ll try my best to get back to you quickly!