Guide to audio visual event production options
Audio visual production brings together many elements of an event; everything from lighting, to audio, to the sharing of content, and much more. For this to work seamlessly, it’s important to partner with an AV production partner you can trust.
What to look for from your AV event production partner
The key is in the word “partner”. The AV company supporting your event should provide support from when you start to conceptualise what the event will look like. From discussing the best AV options with you, everything from show-stopping LED videowalls, through to smaller screens, to discussing the type of content you may need, whether there will be a livestreaming element, and the audio and lighting requirements.
Many AV event production partners will already have in-built knowledge of venues such as hotels, or can accompany you on site visits pre-event to ensure that all elements have been considered.
If you have a vision, it’s often the AV production partner who “brings this to life”, so don’t feel as though you have to have an exact shopping list, as this is something we can support you with.
Audio visual event production ideas
At VAST we’re experts in audio visual production for events of all types and sizes. Recently we’ve helped clients with live press events, launches, outdoor activations and internal presentations. Here, we thought we’d share a few event productions to showcase ideas for your next event, using the latest audio visual technology.
Disruptive fragrance press event
Our client Escentric Molecules is a unique and disruptive fragrance brand who we’ve been supporting at various brand events. At a recent press event, held at the The NoMad Hotel in London, we provided the full AV and lighting solution. This included some of the latest technology available, using Robe LEDBeam 150s, Robe MegaPointes and 4KW RGB MFL Lasers through which they could display key brand messaging and logos across the walls and ceiling.
A 2.5m x 1.5m 2.6mm LED wall provided a highly visual display of content for the press audience and we also supplied Escentric Molecules’ speakers with Shure wireless microphones.
Lastly, we provided full power distribution across the event and the D&B audio system. This is an example of how full AV support can be used to make an impact with an audience, while staying within the event budget.
Full AV event production
VAST were awarded the official AV supplier status for Mines & Money, a conference and exhibition bringing exhibitors and visitors from all over the world. This included full AV production services including AV, lighting, set and staging, draping and event design.
For the main conference (seen above) we built a custom set, stage, surrounds, camera deck, two 2.6mm LED screens and the full supporting AV setup. This included wireless microphones for speakers and a specialist VMix PC to bring in callers who could not attend just to last minute restrictions. We then supported the green room which had an area for Powerpoint drop-offs, a camera feed to allow speakers to watch the current event and a micing up area.
VAST also supported breakout rooms and 10+ stands in the exhibition area where screens, ranging from 28”- 65”, helped exhibitors to play content and engage visitors. Our team of 24 supported the build, with half of this crew remaining onsite to support during the entirety of the show.
High-end fashion brand presentation with enhanced lighting
VAST regularly works with the team at Parfums Christian Dior, to deliver both customer-facing Dior installations, and internal presentation events.
The above high-profile event was delivered inside Harvey Nichols in Knightsbridge. Here, we were able to supply a full presentation set up inside the store, including video, audio and lighting. The VAST team remained on-hand throughout the event to ensure seamless AV throughout each presentation.
Outdoor event AV production
Particularly in the current climate, outdoor events can be a great option for your event production. As seen above, we supported Broadwick Studios on an outdoor brand activation for ASOS x Forum across two locations in East London. VAST provided power distribution, D&B speakers and a DJ setup, all of which created seamless event AV.
If you need support with any upcoming event production needs, speak to the team at VAST today.