InfoComm Offers New AV Class for IATSE Stage Hands
InfoComm International and the International Alliance of Theatrical and Stage Employees (IATSE) have jointly developed a new course, Audiovisual Fundamentals for Stage Hands.
This class is especially designed to train IATSE members in the basics of the ever-expanding audiovisual field. The primarily "hands-on" course is in the areas of audio, projection, networked AV, presentation platforms. It also features hospitality training. Read more.
InfoComm Releases March 2014 InfoComm Economic Snapshot
The latest InfoComm International Economic Snapshot Survey indicates that the marketplace for both AV providers and end users is sound and stable. While the InfoComm Performance and Demand Indices are not showing significant expansion, no additional ground is being lost. Learn more.
Integrated Broadcast-Broadband Systems: From WebTV to Hybrid TV
In the wake of instant gratification provided by social media journalism, apps and streamed content, Hybrid TV seems like a natural next step in the ongoing symbiosis between broadcasting and broadband systems. Combining technologies simply makes sense when you factor in bandwidth expansion and the sheer practicality of reducing the number of devices you've been using simultaneously. Now you will be able to see a show and tweet about it from your TV. But that's just the tip of the iceberg. Read more.
Show What You Know With InfoComm's Free AV Certificate
If you're looking for a way to prove your industry knowledge but you're not quite ready to earn your CTS, the InfoComm-recognized AV Technologist Certificate Program could be the perfect first step. Plus, if your company or organization is an InfoComm member, every employee can train for and take the certificate test for free. Find out how the certificate fits into your career plan and your organization's talent development program.
Roll With the Changes at Upcoming Roundtables
At our upcoming series of InfoComm Roundtables in Boston (April 17) and Fort Lauderdale (May 15), hear from change management expert James Feldman, who will be presenting "Shift Happens: If You Fail to Plan, You Plan to Fail." Then we'll dive into a discussion on changes occurring in the industry and the InfoComm programs developed to address them. Visit the roundtables page for more information.
Upcoming Webinars
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The Future of Videoconferencing and Collaboration
Wed., March 26
1 p.m. (New York), 6 p.m. (London)
Videoconferencing technology has evolved dramatically over the years. This webinar explains how virtualization is affecting videoconferencing strategies, what pervasive video is bringing to the industry and how Microsoft Lync will change the way we think about videoconferencing.
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Manufacturers' Training: Digital Projection — Solid State Illumination and Its Effect on Color Display
Thu., March 27
1 p.m. (New York), 6 p.m. (London)
This webinar covers the evolution of projection light sources, the newer Solid State Illumination and the importance of color accuracy.
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