We’re a few months into 2024 and the event season is kicking off! We’re personally expecting a rockstar year and […] The post Audio Visual Trends To Use This Year first appeared on Image AV ..read more

1. What Is Projection Mapping? Video projection mapping is an exciting technique that allows us to turn almost any surface into a […] The post Everything You Need to Know About Projection Mapping first appeared on Image AV ..read more

When's the last time you updated your AV RFP? Have you given a good look at the questions and requirements, […] The post 3 Things Your AV RFP Is Missing first appeared on ImageAV ..read more

Conferences and events typically have one major thing in common – the need to convey information, education, and ideas to […] The post (Screen) Size Does Matter! first appeared on ImageAV ..read more

Monitors have the power to add so much to your event. They can be used for information, branding, and entertainment in an engaging way. They’re extremely versatile; content can change constantly. And they can be placed in almost any location that has access to a power outlet. They won’t add greatly to your AV budget, so you’ll get a lot of value. Here’s five ways you can incorporate monitors into your events. 1. Integrate Monitors Into Your Set Design Don’t be afraid to put a monitor on stage! Have sections of your scenic backdrop reveal monitors and place presenter, sponsor, and branding ..read more

TVs have the power to add so much to your event. They can be used for information, branding, and entertainment in an engaging way. They’re extremely versatile; content can change constantly. And they can be placed in almost any location that has access to a power outlet. They won’t add greatly to your AV budget, so you’ll get a lot of value. Here’s five ways you can incorporate TVs into your events. 1. Integrate TVs Into Your Set Design Don’t be afraid to put a TV on stage! Have sections of your scenic backdrop reveal TVs and place presenter, sponsor, and branding graphics on them. Here’s ..read more

The most important part of the production planning process is ensuring your AV budget can match all your event goals. Here's seven small and big ways you can maximize your AV budget through saving money and using those dollars to increase attendee value. 1. Negotiate Out Frivolous Fees The most frustrating way to spend your AV budget is on unwarranted penalty fees for using your preferred AV provider. But how do you avoid the $15,000 internet charges that would have been free if you'd just chosen the in-house company? The reality is you - the customer - have rights during contract nego ..read more

CROI Welcomes Back In-Person Attendees for the First Time Since 2019 The Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections (CROI) met in February at the Seattle Convention Center. It’s the premier forum for the latest research on some of today’s toughest viral challenges like HIV, monkeypox, and COVID-19. Given their global audience, this year's conference was held in a hybrid format. CROI needed a partner who could handle the live event production onsite, had both live streaming and recording capabilities, and could run the online portion through a customized virtual platform.   ..read more

We love writing about upcoming trends based on what we've seen, and this year is no different! Our 2023 event trends are the latest in live production and technology that will influence a year of set design and production services. Take a look at the top four things we expect to make a big impact. 1. Solve For Industry-Wide Staffing Shortages It felt like a perfect storm of variables came together to create the staffing shortages we’re seeing across the event industry. According to the American Hotel & Lodging Association, 9 out of 10 hotels are reporting short-staffed numbers. But it’s ..read more

Events have many moving parts, and there are countless ways to handle planning for all of them. But seasoned planners know that starting to plan with the AV team early is the way to go. Production touches so many other parts of the event; there’s a lot more that goes into AV event planning than just understanding audio, video, and lighting requirements. Ultimately, your audio visual company should feel like a consultative partner, being an open book of ideas and solutions to set your event up for success. 1. Start Strong With A Thorough Kick Off Meeting Once a contract is signed, the prod ..read more