Audiovisual and Media Blog | The AV Department

Spotlight: Boys and Girls Clubs of SW Washington Hybrid Gala

The Boys and Girls Clubs of SW Washington’s hybrid gala welcomed guests as celebrities walking the red carpet.

June 29, 2022

Person planning an event looks at a calendar on a laptop and writes notes on a paper

Planning An Event? Discuss AV Early

Audiovisual can make or break an event. Here are five reasons to include AV in your event planning discussions from the beginning.

March 31, 2022

A person sits at a desk in a production studio and talks to a camera. A videographer kneels behind the camera. How to prepare for an interview is one of the top video production FAQs.

Video Production FAQs

Our video production FAQs address timelines, length of videos, location selection, preparing for interviews, b-roll, social media, and more.

March 30, 2022

The AV Department event production team livestreams a fundraising gala. Tips to improve your hybrid event include creating separate experiences for both audiences.

5 Tips to Improve Your Hybrid Event

A successful hybrid event requires additional planning and scripting the details. Imporove your event with these five tips for hybrid events.

March 18, 2022

Green screens and LED Video Walls add impact to virtual events

Create Visual Impact with Green Screens and LED Video Walls

Want to create a big visual impact – even on a small computer screen? LED video walls can be used for dramatic effect while a green screen can transport your virtual host to any locale.

October 24, 2021

A scene from a Network for Good virtual event shows a behind the scenes photo from the view of the virtual event host

Understanding Tech Needs for Virtual and Hybrid Events

Hosting a virtual or hybrid event can be a lot like packing for a trip – you need to make sure you have everything in your suitcase before you get going.

September 28, 2021

Virtual Conference Technical Director Prepares a Guest to Go Live

Tech Tips for Virtual Conference Panelists

As a virtual conference panelist, you play an important role in the technical execution of the live stream. Follow these tech tips and you’ll be able to focus on your message when it’s time to go live.

September 4, 2021