The Smart Video Partner Technical Guide

Bridging the gap between technical AV complexity and event success with the latest industry trends and proven production techniques.

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FAQS

Do you provide the AV equipment, or do we need to rent it?

We don't own AV equipment — and that's intentional. We partner with vetted local rental houses and manage that entire relationship on your behalf: sourcing quotes, negotiating scope, and holding vendors accountable to spec. You get the right equipment for your event without carrying the overhead of an equipment-owning vendor's sales incentives.

What size and type of events do you handle?

Typically 50–1,000 attendees — summits, annual assemblies, product launches, and training seminars, often for associations and growth-stage companies running recurring events. If you're planning something outside that range, reach out and we'll tell you honestly whether it's a fit.

Can you help with live streaming and hybrid events?

Yes. We build and run dedicated streaming infrastructure for hybrid audiences — treated as its own production, not an afterthought bolted onto the in-room show, so remote attendees get a broadcast-quality experience.

How does your pricing work?

Pricing is scoped per event, based on which of our four services you need (consultation, show-calling, streaming, post-event deliverables) and the technical complexity of the production. Book a brainstorming session and we'll give you a clear scope and number before you commit to anything.

Why do we need a technical director if we already have an event planner?

Pricing is scoped per event, based on which of our four services you need (consultation, show-calling, streaming, post-event deliverables) and the technical complexity of the production. Book a brainstorming session and we'll give you a clear scope and number before you commit to anything.