Interview: AV Technology For Your Virtual Event

The worldwide outbreak of COVID-19 has dramatically shaken the events industry as event planners are faced with the challenge of reimagining their live events through a virtual medium. The sudden shift has left many event planners feeling overwhelmed as they navigate this new territory of transforming their live events into virtual events.

Panavid’s National Sales Manager, Rob Allen, sat down with Annette Naif, CEO of Naif Productions, to discuss the benefits of utilizing an experienced AV production company when planning and executing your virtual events.

Key Takeaways:

1. Every event, including a virtual event, begins with a clear vision of your end result and desired outcome.

2. Why not just use Zoom for your virtual events? You still can! However, using an AV company (like Panavid) will give you more control over your and your attendees’ Zoom experience, and will turn your regular Zoom meeting into a professional-looking webcast.

3. Streaming platforms are not a one-size-fits-all for every event. By partnering with an AV company that has experience in virtual events, we’ll help you find the right platform that fits the vision and needs of your event.

4. How long should a virtual event be? The key is to make sure your virtual events are interactive and engaging. Include things like games, polls, chats, and live Q&A. If you’re planning an event that exceeds a few hours, include breaks or even break it up into multiple days.

5. Consider doing a hybrid event for an even more professional final product. Hybrid events feature your main host(s) in a studio or controlled environment with external video feeds for remote presenters.

6. Technology for virtual events is different than live events. Having a team of experts with experience in broadcasting or webcasting is vital to the success of your virtual event.

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Panavid Acquires New City Video & Staging

We’re excited to announce that New City Video & Staging has been acquired by Panavid, Inc.  Panavid has purchased the assets of New City which will be performing business under the name Panavid, Inc. The expanded business will provide additional benefits to existing New City clients along with increased offering for Panavid clients. We believe in providing the best audio visual experience possible and believe this acquisition will help us do just that.

Based in New York City, NCVS has been in business since 1999 specializing in projection and video production for Corporate Events, ​Gallery & Museum Installation, Live Broadcasts, Fashion Shows, and Theatre. As the company began to grow they expanded their services to include a full list of event production services.

Panavid is a full-scale audio visual production and integration company with nearly 40 years of experience in the industry. We’re based in Pompton Plains, New Jersey; Dallas, Texas; and now, Manhattan, NY. Our production services include, Broadcast, Corporate Multimedia, Non-Profit Events, and Concert & Staging Support. Our integration services include, Broadcast, Corporate, House of Worship, and Education. Over the years Panavid has expanded its footprint with the execution of production and integration projects all over the country and internationally.

Here at Panavid, our goal is to continually expand the possibilities for what can be accomplished for our clients. Why waste time seeking specific services from multiple vendors when you can hire one vendor that handles them all proficiently?  By joining forces with New City, we’ll be able to expand your possibilities and take the audio and visual components of your events and installs to the next level.

“Panavid is a great fit for the future of New City as our approach to business is very closely aligned. Both companies set the same high standards for all projects, large and small. I’m confident that the care and service New City has been providing our customers over the years will continue on well into the future under Panavid’s leadership.” 

– Jack Young | Founder & CEO, New City Video & Staging

“In looking at ways to expand Panavid’s offering we found a perfect opportunity with New City. From the gear, to the clients, and most importantly the employees with the years of experience. From all of us on the Panavid team we look forward to serving you with great resources and greater experience from expanded locations.” 

– Rob Loehr | CEO, Panavid, Inc.

We look forward to creating unique experiences and better serving all of our clients, both new and longstanding, with the addition of New City.