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A background in publishing, fine arts and movie production may not be what one would expect on the resume of an information technology technician.
But with Romanian-native Anatol Bologan, few things are as they seem.
Bologan is the senior IT technician for the communication, visual and performing arts department in addition to the math and science department, a job of increasing importance in recent years.
"More industries are moving from a traditional medium to a computer platform," Bologan said.
This shift has increased Bologan's workload to include an increased number of computers and different softwares on both Macs and Windows.
Bologan is familiar with everything from the basic Microsoft Office to very specialized photography software for high-end printing.
He is responsible for supporting graphic designers and maintaining color calibration, font collections and web-based software. He also trouble shoots.
"I have to know enough to provide support for all of these softwares," Bologan said.
Bologan has spent almost four years at Cosumnes River College. Before maintaining the CVPA department and the math and science department, he worked in the business and computer science departments.
Before his career at CRC, Bologan spent approximately 11 years learning about computers and participating in the field.
Originally from a fine arts background, he gravitated towards computers upon realizing that they could be a "tool" in the expression of creativity.
"[Computers] are built to facilitate our creativity," said Bologan. "So it's important to not feel the barrier of communication."
Bologan received his Master's degree from Bucharest Academy of Arts.
Upon moving to the United States, Bologan took one and a half years worth of computer classes at CRC's sister college, American River College.
Bologan has worked for advertising companies using Intel, Microsoft, HP and Apple technology in the United States.
In Romania, he also worked for book and newspaper publishing houses and in movie production. He has worked with computer generated imagery on two films.
Outside of his work with computers, Bologan still paints.
Bologan's career in computer science contributes to his ongoing artistic endeavors. He encourages others participating in the arts to consider learning more about computers as tools.
"I think the creative fields should really embrace technology," Bologan said. "With the help of technology today, you can produce your own movie and enter it into an independent film festival."
Bologan's co-workers appreciate his professionalism and technical savvy.
Graphic Designer Amy Foreman said Bologan's particular knowledge of Macs is valuable in an IT group primarily versed in PCs.
"He's the Mac guru," said Foreman.
Colleagues also commented on Bologan's work ethic, accessibility and helpfulness.
"He's a good guy. He helps us do our job," Graphic Designer Tim Michels said.
Foreman especially appreciates Bologan's diligence.
"He gets things done," said Foreman. "He'll spend all day in here if he has to."
Bologan hopes to teach someday.
"I'd like to help people overcome fear of computers," Bologan said. "Computers can help creativity a lot."
Bologan also hopes to open students' eyes to how accessible computers are.
"As long as you're not intimidated by it, it's easy to use," Bologan said.
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