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Austin James Smith is a seasoned entrepreneur and technologist with extensive experience in the entertainment industry. As the Founder of Future Grade Technologies since June 2021, Austin has been instrumental in developing advanced live content studios and remote production tools, notably the 4K-enabled Pat McAfee Thunderdome for ESPN. Austin also serves as the CEO and Founder of L.A. Drones, showcasing expertise in creative direction and innovation. Previous roles include Director at Cheetah Lounge Mediaworks, VP of Marketing at BringIt.com, Marketing Specialist at Platform One Entertainment, and Production Intern at Comma Music. Austin holds an undergraduate degree in Communication and Writing from the University of Colorado Boulder.