Even though Tallen is on-site or behind the scenes at thousands of events worldwide every day, we know we’re only as good as our last interaction. That’s why we put so much stock into hiring, training, and retaining the best AV technicians in the industry. But what makes AV technicians great? At Tallen, we believe it all boils down to technical skills, attitude, and problem-solving skills.
What Do AV Technicians Do?
Audiovisual technicians (often shortened to AV technicians or AV techs) set up, operate, and maintain the audiovisual equipment that makes all live, hybrid, and virtual events engaging. This includes everything from live events’ sound and lighting to video conferencing and broadcasting setups.
As hybrid and virtual events become more popular, skilled AV technicians are in higher demand than ever before. After all, with more reliance on technology, there’s a greater need for skilled technicians to help when problems arise.
So what makes a great AV technician? These are the three things we look for when building our team.
Technical Proficiency
No matter what AV equipment you need at your event, the equipment is only as good as the people operating it. At Tallen, we maintain industry-leading standards regarding our AV technicians and their level of technical proficiency. Additionally, we ensure each of our technicians has a high level of skill with every piece of technology they utilize. This is especially true of Tallen’s dedicated Virtual Meetings Department. The AV technicians in this department are at the forefront of virtual events technology, trends, and possibilities.
A Proactive & Flexible Attitude
The events industry is fast-paced and high-stakes. In this environment, techs must be able to think on their feet and react quickly to challenges while maintaining their professionalism. Our on-site teams are also a direct reflection of Tallen. We believe that the best AV technicians in the industry are service-focused, solutions-oriented, and always proactively looking for ways to make your event even better.
Even when an event or meeting has been executed successfully so often that it feels routine, our AV technicians look at every element with a critical eye. They understand that your professional reputation is only as good as your last event. That’s why we empower our techs to proactively use their leadership, technical proficiency, and communication skills to address challenges head-on and ensure your events run smoothly.
Troubleshooting & Problem-Solving Skills
AV downtime is measured not in hours or minutes but in seconds. That’s why we place such an emphasis on hiring only the most experienced AV technicians. In addition, we’ve put quality control standards in place that every event setup must adhere to. Finally, Tallen’s on-site AV technicians are trained to quickly diagnose and solve problems so that any technical issue is mitigated long before your guests notice.
A Great Environment Attracts Great AV Technicians
At Tallen, we recognize that our people are our greatest strength. As an events production company with over two decades of experience, we’ve learned that when we take care of our people, they’re better able to execute events that exceed our client’s expectations.
This starts with the pre-production planning, where we ensure that our AV techs have all the details they need well ahead of go-time. As a result, we can anticipate your every need, regardless of event size or complexity. From there, we build contingency plans so that even if challenges arise, we can head them off before they’re problems.
Start Planning Your Next Live, Hybrid, or Virtual Event with Tallen!
Every event is different, and some are more complex than others. At Tallen, we ensure that we have the right equipment and on-site personnel, regardless of the event’s shape or size. Interested in more information? Contact Tallen today.