01AV technicians: when is this option right for an event?+
The right fit depends on matching operator skill and headcount to programme complexity. Weigh that against the room, audience and programme — not the equipment name alone.
02What should the quotation state?+
Ask for the equipment or functional specification, quantities, delivery, setup, teardown, technician hours, testing, backups, outputs, exclusions and assumptions.
03Should a technician be included?+
That depends on programme complexity, live cues, changes, failure risk and whether the venue team can operate the system safely.
04What should be tested before doors open?+
Test every input, output, connection, playback source, control, backup path and handover in programme order.