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People are seated in an event space with a screen showing: "6:15 PM Please take your seats. 6:30 PM Live broadcast begins." Colorful lights illuminate the wall. Looping slide shows and lighting cues are two actions to include in a Run of Show for you event.

Creating Your Best Run of Show

A well-crafted Run of Show (ROS) helps your entire team stay in sync and keeps your event running smoothly.

May 15, 2025

View from the AV tech table. The audio mixing console, computers and monitors are visible during a fundraising gala.

Bump Music: Small Touch with a Big Impact

Bump music for your presenters approaching the stage will make a big impact on the vibe and professionalism of your conferences and events.

May 12, 2025

Virtual Conference Technical Director Prepares a Guest to Go Live

Tech Tips for Remote Presenters

Follow these tech tips for remote presenters and you’ll be able to focus on your message when it’s time to go live.

March 20, 2025

Audience view of a virtual conference with three panelists speaking

Live Stream Your Virtual and Hybrid Conferences

We detail what to expect when you live stream your virtual conference with The AV Department.

October 7, 2024

Spotlight: 4D Recovery The Descent

As participants dared to rappel 15 stories our videographers suited up and clipped in to film 4D Recovery’s fundraising event.

July 24, 2024

The Governor Ballroom in the Sentinel Hotel in Portland Oregon is set for an event with uplighting, large screens, projection

Event Format Advice and Resources

Virtual, in-person and hybrid. How do you decide which event format is best for your event? We offer points to consider to aid your decision making.

July 22, 2024

Hybrid Events Now

The addition of a live stream to your live event creates a hybrid event. Beyond that definition, hybrid events vary greatly from event to event. We review ideas for hybrid events now, including types, locations, and terminology.

January 23, 2024

Colorful lighting spans the inside top of a large white event tent. White chairs are set up for guest seating.

Planning Tips for Unique Event Locations

Hosting events at unusual locations presents both challenges and excitement. Here are 5 essential tips when choosing unique event locations.

November 26, 2023

An event coordinator and an AV planner on meet for an event venue walkthrough

Event Venue Site Visit

An event venue walkthrough provides the opportunity to solve issues before they become problems and increases collaboration and communication among everyone involved.

November 24, 2023

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