Jonathan de Lara

Jonathan De Lara is an accomplished Audio Systems Engineer and IT Support Specialist at NPR since October 2019, where responsibilities include resolving advanced support issues, developing automation scripts, and maintaining audio production systems. De Lara has played a pivotal role in configurations and upgrades, receiving NPR's 2020 "One NPR" award for contributions to organizational unity. Prior experience includes serving as an IT Support Analyst at Riot Games, managing support for thousands of users, creating a Slack bot for enhanced IT communication, and achieving significant cost savings through service audits. Earlier roles encompassed diverse support and care positions in various organizations, complemented by a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona, with a minor in Criminal Justice.