Technical Production Skills are Needed More Than Ever!

Maggie Talucci // Maggie@foxaudiovisual.com

11/14/2020

Hybrid events are nothing new, but they are the direct path to our next normal! These events prove to be sustainable, inclusive, and a profitable option as we continue to move forward.

A hybrid event is an experience that combines in-person elements with digital, online components. It is a great way to give event attendees the option to participate in person OR from the comfort of their own home.

The virtual aspect of the hybrid event also allows you to reach a much larger audience which is absolutely amazing! The challenge for event planners has now become making virtual side as engaging as the in-person event. Virtual event platforms allow a professional audio visual production team to create an interactive space which will host numerous engagement opportunities!

This is why hiring a professional audio visual production team is paramount moving forward… Gone are the days of hiring A/V for only lighting and sound! We have a lot more work to be done, after all the success of your event depends on it.

Socially Distanced Event Ideas

If you are attempting to come up with event ideas during this era of social distancing then this is the blog for you! Just be sure that prior to moving forward with any of the following ideas, you are doing your due diligence to ensure the health and safety of your guests, volunteers, vendors, and staff!

Outdoor concerts

The music doesn’t need to stop just because of social distancing! Think about what kind of musical talent you have locally and invite a select few to entertain your mini crowd! More than ever, people are looking to support local, and you can too. Consider inviting various food trucks offering food from around the world to spice the night up a bit.

Fireworks

Add some sparkle to the evening sky, even though it’s not 4th of July! As long as you don’t have a fire ban in place, why not offer a fun evening of fireworks? Link up with a radio station in your community to offer a fun and funky playlist to enjoy for the night too. Don’t forget to advertise on social media as well.

Drive-In

2020 is the year of the Drive-in movie night for sure! It’s a perfect way to get out of the house and still practice social distancing. So many different places to choose from (local fairgrounds, community centers, golf resorts, and outdoor concert venues.) You may wish to invite a local gourmet popcorn company, dessert trucks and a have a cocktail bar too!

For each of these events, having the proper tech support is paramount to the events success! Be sure to reach out to a local AV Production company today!

Digital Event Management

In this day and age we all must embrace our adaptability especially because there is an unquenchable thirst for virtual event management and production! Most folks don’t like changes but in keeping with our company’s positive outlook, let’s quickly look at the pros for our industry instead of focusing on the cons.

Virtual events are cost effective, flexible and variable, easily measurable, and they are also an easy way to keep you and your stakeholders safe during this unprecedented time of global pandemic. This type of event can be executed quickly and efficiently which allows for greater participation too!

While the interest in virtual events has certainly spiked since COVID, web based event solutions can be utilized in the world of meetings/events long after the travel bans and gathering restrictions are lifted. If you are totally new to this concept, consider simply adding a virtual component to an in-person event and take if from there. You’re bound to discover a new & easy way to expand and reach your audience.

At Fox, we have extensive event management and production experience. We can help you create the best virtual strategy AND execute it in a way that is seamless, cost-effective, appropriate for your business goals and super engaging!