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The AV industry is a great place to expand your career. But how do you get started or ahead? Listen to Jen Weaver interview AV professionals about their career path and how you can step up your career in audiovisual.
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Michael Corkery discusses his role in the federal court system, focusing on the integration of AV technology within courtrooms. He shares his unique background as a network engineer and the challenges of transitioning to AV management in a government setting. The conversation covers the importance of building a skilled team, innovative hiring practices, and the need for cross-department collaboration. He also addresses the challenges of standardization, procurement, and funding in the judiciary, as well as the significance of in-house installations and digital signage. The episode concludes with insights on the future of AV roles in the court system.The video version of this podcast can be found here.Host: Jennifer WeaverGuests:Michael Corkery – Pennsylvania Eastern District CourtSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
We talk to Jake Voss about his experiences in the AV industry and where he'd like his career journey to continue. We discuss how he got involved in the higher education space, the value of eSports for students and campuses, and more.The video version of this podcast can be found here.Host: Jennifer WeaverGuests:Jake Voss – Jake on LinkedInSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On today's episode we are joined by Erin Maher-Moran, host of our very own EDTech show but also the IT Manager for Classroom Technology at Johns Hopkins University. She has an interesting opportunity for those in higher education, and we discuss the greater higher ed landscape as it applies to AV. We look at retaining talent and the challenges within and what goes into building a solid team to support classrooms and campuses.The video version of this podcast can be found here.Host: Jennifer WeaverGuests:Erin Maher-Moran – Johns Hopkins UniversitySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this episode, we sit down with Sophia Negyesi, Global Events Manager for Korbyt. We discuss her journey into AV, adapting to the space, and her perspectives into the industry for young professionals. We also discuss the networking within the AV community, a space with a unique bond amongst integrators, manufacturers and dealers.The video version of this podcast can be found here.Host: Jennifer WeaverGuests:Sophia Negyesi – KorbytSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
NextLVL Learning brought three people to InfoComm to experience one of the biggest AV trade show for the first time. In our final piece of this segment, we sit down with Brandon Lynch, Georgia King and Elena Jastrzembski to talk about their experiences at the show. What was their biggest takeaways? Was there a career path they found worth pursuing? And most importantly, will they want to go again when we all go to Vegas in 2026? We answer all this and more on this episode.The video version of this podcast can be found here.Host: Jennifer WeaverGuests:Georgia King – Pace UniversityElena Jastrzembski – Fordham UniversityBrandon Lynch – UCFSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Now that we're out of trade show territory for at least a little bit, let's sit down and discuss the pressing issues of the AV industry. Where are we going to see the next generation of AV workers come from? On today's episode, Jennifer Weaver looks at the importance of apprenticeship and hands-on training, and what we can do as an industry to ensure a sustainable future for our workforce.The video version of this podcast can be found here.Host: Jennifer Weaver Links to sources:AVIXA – Workforce Development in AV IndustrySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
InfoComm is not just an amazing trade show for seeing the latest innovations in technology from the AV industry. It's also an opportunity to reach out and meet many different people in the same field and interests. Especially if you're looking for some kind of employment in the AV industry. The video version of this podcast can be found here.On this episode of AV Career Mastermind, we talk to Nathan Danek, who has had over a decade of exeperience in different parts of AV. We discuss what it means to talk to the AV community at a show like this, and the potential for a career fair-like during a show like InfoComm.Host: Jennifer WeaverGuests:Nathan Danek – Nathan on LinkedInSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
NextLVL Learning is sending three first-time attendees to InfoComm 2025, one of the biggest trade shows for the AV industry. We talk to Brandon Lynch about his start in AV, experiences at the University of Central Florida and expectations for the show in June.Host: Jennifer WeaverGuests:Brandon Lynch – UCFSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
If you've been following our series for the past few episodes, we have been talking about InfoComm 2025. But this time, in the lens of people making their way to one of the biggest AV trade shows for the first time. NextLVL Learning is bringing fresh talent from our space to the show to see what AV can offer. This episode we are joined by one of those attendees, Elena Jastrzembski from Fordham University, about what to expect from the show in June.Host: Jennifer WeaverGuests:Elena Jastrzembski – Fordham UniversitySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Last episode, we talked to NextLVL Learning about what they're doing to bring interested persons into InfoComm for the first time. So let's meet those people who are going to get their first impressions of the biggest trade show for the AV industry! Today we're joined by Georgia King from Pace University, and how she got involved in the AV industry.The video version of this podcast can be found here.Host: Jennifer WeaverGuests:Georgia King – Pace UniversitySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
There's no better place to showcase the power of the AV industry than a trade show. It highlights all the advancements in our space and the opportunities for a career working in AV. The only problem is how do we get interested people to the show? NextLVL Learning has an answer for that! They have sponsored three people interested in a career in AV to attend the show. We sit down with George Chacko, Gary Albaugh and Bradford Terry of NextLVL Learning to discuss how this came about and what it means to grow the industry by showing off experiences like this. The video version of this podcast can be found here.Host: Jennifer WeaverGuests:Bradford Terry – Bradford on LinkedInGary Albaugh - Gary on LinkedInGeorge Chacko – George on LinkedInSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Whether it's your first job or a new chapter in your life, getting a foothold in the AV industry can be a challenging feat. On this episode, we are joined by Neil Fluester who's had nearly three decades of experience in AV. From video editing to product management and more, we discuss his roles in the industry and evolving landscape of AV. We look at how job opportunities present themselves in an ever-changing industry like this one.The video version of this podcast can be found here.Host: Jennifer WeaverGuests:Neil Fluester – Neil on LinkedInSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The video version of this podcast can be found here.The AV industry loves letters. Not just your AVoIP, VGA, TCP and other technical terms, it's letters like CTS, CTS-D, CTS-I and so on. On today's episode, we are joined by Joshua Bloom. He shares his experiences in the AV industry and the value of certifications for the AV industry. We also discuss the challenges in searching for an AV career path, how to educate yourself in a constantly evolving space like tech and much more.Host: Jennifer WeaverGuests:Joshua Bloom – Joshua on LinkedInSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Usually we discuss one side of the table when it comes to pursuing a career in the AV industry. This episode we are flipping the tables by talking to Heidi Garrison from RGR Partners. Her job as Chief Talent Officer means she is responsible for talent acquisition. We get into the intricacies of recruitment and understanding clients for more than just their resume. We also talk about ensuring candidate success, building trust in recruitment relationships and more.Host: Jennifer WeaverGuests:Heidi Garrison – RGR PartnersSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A resume is meant to easily convey and showcase your benefits to a company. But humans are complicated things, and what makes us capable individuals sometimes don't fit neatly into a word document. On this episode we are joined by Patrick Shore to talk about his journey in the AV industry. We also discuss the challenges of job searching for the tech space, highlighting creative pursuits, personal pursuits and more.Host: Jennifer WeaverGuests:Patrick Shore – Patrick on LinkedInSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
New year, new opportunities! If you're looking for a career in the AV industry, it's important to know what you should be asking during the interview process. Host Jennifer Weaver breaks down some of the do's and don't for interview questions, including how employment laws vary state by state.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this episode we are joined by Chance Turner, the Director of Recruiting at AVI Systems. He breaks down the process that they go through when it's time to find someone for the right job. What matters in a resume? What could make you stand out from other applicants? How important is AV knowledge to get a foothold in an AV career? We answer all that and more to learn how the recruitment process works in our industry.Host: Jennifer WeaverGuests:Chance Turner – AVI SystemsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this AV Career Mastermind, we sit down with Lisle Waldron, Multimedia & AV Manager for the University of Trinidad & Tobago. He illustrates his journey through the AV industry and higher education space, and the complexities surrounding the hiring process. We look at the difference between corporate and educational environments and what employers are looking for when finding the right talent for the right job.Host: Jennifer WeaverGuests:Lisle Waldron – University of Trinidad & TobagoSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this episode, we sit down with Murphy Daley, author and AV veteran in the industry. We talk about her journey into AV and the experiences in project management across her career. We discuss the value project management within AV and the expertise to provide a smooth experience for all parties. We also discuss the importance of training and resources to get a foothold in the AV industry.Host: Jennifer WeaverGuests:Murphy Daley – Murphy on LinkedInSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
We are flipping the script with this episode- We're live and on location to talk to Frank Pisano, Bluefin's CEO. While normally we're looking at cultivating a successful career in AV through getting hired, we look at the other side of the hiring process. What is a company doing when looking to expand their employee base?Host: Jennifer WeaverGuests:Frank Pisano – BluefinSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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