I’ve been having to do video a lot lately with my AV work. Multi ins and outs, it’s pretty cool. I still have a lot to learn about resolution, EDID, and bandwidth protocols. But so far so good, I’m loving it. Sometimes the videos these doctors are playing aren’t really what I want to see at 7am in the morning…. But hey, it’s work! Wondering if you do a lot of video in your work, and what was the most helpful thing for you in acquiring video skills?

Heyo. I shared this on instagram, but since I was hyping it up over here I’ll show you guys too. Really wild experience. We ended up using 7 speakers for the mains. In a super live room like this, the key is get as much speaker coverage as you can (while being cautious of placement to avoid comb filtering). I ended up getting a really good sound; The audience heard every word. I attribute that somewhat to proper gain staging and EQ, but the most important factor was the amount of speakers used, and the placement of the speakers. Hope you find this interesting!

Dudes, I’m in Toronto right now on a gig, and you won’t believe the sound of the main ballroom. I wanted to get a video to show you guys, but we ran late with setup and had to leave right after. Tomorrow before the event, I’ll take a video and show you how insane this room is. (Cool, but not cool for sound guys!!!!) I’ll love to hear your opinions on what you’d do with a room that’s as live as this one. I’ve never worked in such a sonic mess before. It’s like a big dome, everything slaps back and there’s phase cancelation everywhere (with no speakers!). This is wild. I’ll share more tomorrow morning!

Hi everyone!!! Quick question for those working with streaming setups I’ve been experimenting with multi-platform streaming using vMix, mostly with remote participants rather than people in the same physical set… things like Zoom calls, remote microphones, and guests joining from their own setups As the number of audio sources grows (more than 8 channels), I’m trying to figure out the best way to keep the workflow organized and manageable during a live stream For those who work with similar remote setups, how do you usually handle routing and audio management? Do you rely on external mixers, interfaces, Dante, or mostly handle it inside vMix? Would love to hear how you approach it and what’s worked best in your experience (:

Hello sound folks! My name is Anna (they/she), I am a sound tech, engineer and designer currently based in Toronto. I grew up playing piano and since then have developed a passion and love for a variety of instruments, music has always been a key part of my life! I have been immersed in the field of A/V since I was 13 volunteering to run the 4 channel mixer for assemblies in school. When I realized it could be a job my life was changed! From there I went to university for theatrical design and production specializing in audio and performance technologies, during that time I made so many amazing connections and had some amazing mentors that truly helped me maximize my curiosity in the field. Since graduating I have been working at a variety of venues across Toronto including the opportunity to work mentoring students in educational settings. I mainly work in theatre as an A1 and designer but also pick up the odd corporate gig (to pay the bills lol), concerts, dance, workshops and residencies. It's been a few years since I have done any studio work but I do also sometimes work in podcasting and create my own music as a hobby on the side. I am currently awaiting results on my Masters applications for Sound Design, as I hope to further my education to pursue work as a professor sharing my love of sound with students in the future! I'm deeply passionate about empowering people (especially women) to pursue the field as it can feel quite hostile and unwelcoming for us more feminine presenting folks at times, my rage at the rampant misogyny sometimes present in this industry fuels my passion to make an impact in it even further. So excited to be a part of a community full of folks who love sound as much as I do!!!