Audio Visual Industry News and Trends

Monterey Car Week 2026 Interactive Event Map
Monterey Car Week 2026 Interactive Event Map
Explore the 2026 Monterey Car Week interactive event map with dates, venues, auctions, car shows, rallies, and Monterey Bay production labor planning support from Mindwarp. Read more...
What Are the Five Types of Events?
What Are the Five Types of Events?
What are the five types of events? From corporate conferences and trade shows to weddings, fundraisers, festivals, and educational seminars, each event category has distinct production and AV requirements. Here’s... Read more...
Should Santa Cruz Have Its Own “Car Week” Like Monterey?
Should Santa Cruz Have Its Own “Car Week” Like Monterey?
Should Santa Cruz create its own version of Monterey Car Week? A coastal-driven automotive festival built around EV innovation, curated showcases, scenic drives, and community events could generate tourism while... Read more...
Monterey Car Week 2026: Payroll, Crew and A/V Staff for Hire
Monterey Car Week 2026: Payroll, Crew and A/V Staff for Hire
Monterey Car Week 2026 (Aug 7–16) will push local labor and production demand to new highs—especially Aug 14–16. If you need experienced AV techs, rigging/install crews, stagehands, and AB5-compliant payroll... Read more...
Sequoias at Night Roaring Camp Felton: A Magical Light Art Experience in Nature
Sequoias at Night Roaring Camp Felton: A Magical Light Art Experience in Nature
We’re excited to unveil Sequoias at Night, our newest light art installation at Roaring Camp in Felton. Opening September 2025, this immersive experience transforms the majestic redwood forest into a... Read more...
Super Bowl LX San Jose: Union Labor, Staffing Plans & Local Economic Impact
Super Bowl LX San Jose: Union Labor, Staffing Plans & Local Economic Impact
Super Bowl LX at Levi’s® Stadium in Santa Clara will bring major staffing demands to San Jose, from union stagehands and riggers to audio, video, and lighting crews. The surge... Read more...
Video Walls Rental Santa Cruz Monterey Technicians
Video Walls vs Projection: Choosing the Right Visual Solution for Live Events
In the live event industry, visual delivery is everything. Whether it’s a corporate keynote at the Monterey Conference Center, an outdoor film activation during California Car Week in Carmel Valley,... Read more...
Filming in Santa Cruz and Monterey County California
Why Hiring Local Union Stagehands for Film is a Win for Local Economies
Hiring local stagehands during film productions directly channels industry dollars into the community, creating jobs, strengthening the local economy, and supporting long-term workforce development. Read more...
Behind the Curtains: The History of IATSE International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees
Behind the Curtains: The History of IATSE International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees
Since 1893, the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) has shaped North America's entertainment industry, supporting workers in theater, film, and TV. This post explores IATSE’s history, growth, and... Read more...
Riggers, the Unsung Heroes Behind the Scenes in the Events and Entertainment Industry
Riggers, the Unsung Heroes Behind the Scenes in the Events and Entertainment Industry
Riggers play a crucial role in the setup and safety of various events, theaters, and concert productions. Their skillset spans multiple disciplines, enabling them to work efficiently across diverse venues.... Read more...
Monterey Car Week 2025: Payroll Services, Labor Brokers, and Vendors
From prestigious car auctions to glamorous showcases and exhilarating races, this week-long event in California's scenic Monterey Peninsula is a must-visit for anyone passionate about cars and where is car week 2025? Get answers to all of your questions in this post. Read more...