Hands-On AV Workshops and Sound Design Programs
Interactive, real-world AV training programs designed for schools, theaters, and teams ready to level up their sound and technical skills.
AV Workshops That Build Confidence
Reid AV Services doesn’t just deliver audio-visual technology; we teach it. Our hands-on AV workshop programs are built to educate, empower, and elevate learners.
From schools and theaters to venues and in-house teams, our workshops offer in-depth, practical training that allows you to use your gear with confidence.
Centrally located between New York City and Philadelphia, we offer trainings across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York.
Hands-On AV Training for Real-World Use
Every program is interactive, tailored to your experience level, and designed around your actual equipment and space.
Workshop offerings include:
Live Sound Fundamentals
Signal flow, gain structure, EQ, dynamics, monitors, and feedback control.
Musical Theatre Audio
Mic placement, orchestra reinforcement, scene changes, and line-by-line mixing.
Sound Design for Theatre
Script analysis, cue building, playback systems, and collaboration with directors.
Console & Wireless Mastery
Digital console workflows, RF coordination, antenna setup, and best practices.
Video & Projection Basics
Projectors vs. LED, screen sizing, IMAG, playback, and content formatting.
Production Team Bootcamp
Roles, comms, cueing, safety protocols, and show-day checklists.
Custom On-Site Training
Programs built around your installed system and upcoming productions.
Participants leave with repeatable processes and the confidence to operate under pressure.
Why Teams Choose Reid AV Services for AV Workshops
Instructors with Live Experience: Working professionals who teach the way shows and presentations actually run.
Training on Your Gear: On-site sessions use your consoles, mics, speakers, and software for maximum transfer.
Small Groups: More hands-on. More questions answered. More retention.
Flexible Scheduling: After-school, weekend intensives, and production-week tune-ups.
Background-Checked, School-Ready: Vetted technicians prepared for campus environments.
Who We Train
Reid AV Services proudly partners with a diverse range of clients in Central New Jersey, including Windsor, NJ, and surrounding areas, from local schools to regional performance venues, to deliver targeted educational workshops. Our focus is on teaching AV principles in ways that are accessible and directly relevant to each group’s daily work.
Our training sessions benefit:
K–12 Schools and Districts: Drama programs, AV clubs, student operators, school staff.
Colleges & Universities: Theatre departments, student tech crews, music and film industry students
Theaters and Arts Groups: Community and regional theater, concert and festival technicians
Houses of Worship: Volunteer teams, broadcast techs, and weekly service system operators
Venue & Event Teams: In-house crews, end-users, and seasonal staff
Corporate & Nonprofits: Internal staff and volunteers
Whether you’re starting from scratch or refining existing skills, our AV workshops are crafted to fit your needs and your gear. These programs are designed to be repeatable and scalable, making them ideal for institutions seeking to grow their internal technical capabilities.
By training your team with focused instruction and live demonstrations, we help create long-term value that extends well beyond the duration of a single session.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are these workshops for?
Students, educators, volunteers, and professional staff. We tailor content to the room.
Do you train on our equipment?
Yes. On-site sessions are built around your installed system for maximum relevance.
How many participants per session?
We suggest 8–16 for hands-on time. Larger groups can be accommodated with breakouts.
What categories do you offer training in?
We offer training in Audio, Video, Stagehand, Lighting, Conferencing, and Musical Theater.
Can you combine training with system tuning or maintenance?
Absolutely. Many clients pair workshops with a service visit or pre-show optimization.
How do pricing and scheduling work?
Programs are scoped by duration, content, and travel. We’ll propose options that fit your calendar.
Partner With Reid AV Services
Training should be practical, clear, and immediately applicable. Reid AV Services delivers AV workshops that build real confidence in your gear, in your space, with your goals in mind.