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Identifying and developing new talent in the challenging industry of live events.

Let’s face it, among the current generation of millennials entering the workforce, there is most likely a very small percentage that dream of becoming an audiovisual technician. Working in dark ballrooms, unloading trucks, and pushing cases does not attract the younger generation to the live events business, as opposed to other more mainstream industries. Within a growing industry that depends on a large pool of talented technical people to drive the success of each event, it is critical to attract and invest in a new generation of human capital that will take the world of live events into the future. […]

Why is it worth investing in staff technicians?

In the live event industry, the typical buzz heard after a successful show is normally focused on the latest widget or innovative technical setup, and we often forget the real driving force that makes it all happen – the technician. The people behind the scenes pushing the buttons, wiring the systems, and setting, striking and testing each piece of gear hold the keys to the success of the event. Whether the gear is the latest innovation on the market, or the show concept is an industry first, the ultimate success lies in the hands of the technician. Technicians are on the frontlines of the show, and it is vital to arm them with the tools and training they require to perform at the highest level. […]

One phrase you rarely hear from young children is “I want to be a show technician when I grow up.” The future technicians of the world are in high school or college right now and dreaming of becoming a producer, director, musician, or even some unrelated profession, such as a doctor or lawyer. Yet, choosing to take a position as a technician is not that dissimilar to these aforementioned professions. It’s more than just choosing a career or job, it’s a lifestyle. The event staging industry provides opportunities that may seem glorified to some people, but the life of a technician is not without challenges. […]

Investing in Your Employees Ensures Success, Increases Your Bottom Line

As staging companies acquire or build the latest equipment – striving to deliver the most cutting edge techniques day in and day out – it’s easy to overlook the most valuable investment of all … your people. In today’s event staging industry, audio, video and lighting companies sometimes forget those on the front lines – the technicians who can make or a break a show with the flip of a switch. […]