AV Career Mastermind

We're crossing over once more for an extended conversation! We join Erica Carroll from the Women in AV Podcast to talk to Jasmine Coble. This time, we're looking at her AV career journey and the opportunities within digital signage. We look from the outside in and how we can get more of an understanding of just what we do in the AV industry. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Hos...

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 collaborat...

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 Weaver Guests:Jake Voss – Jake on LinkedIn See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy a...

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 sup...

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:  J...

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...

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 vid...

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 Nat...

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 Weaver Guests: Brandon Lynch – UCF See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ht...

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 Uni...

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 h...

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...

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...

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 care...

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 candi...

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...

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/privac...

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 wo...

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 ta...

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:&n...

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 Weaver Guests: Frank Pisano – Bluefin See Privacy Policy...

Many people "fall into" AV, but there are many interesting avenues for one to pursue their AV career. In light of November 11th being Veterans Day, we talk to Brandie Lane, Audio Engineer and Technical Team Leader for the West Point Band. She discusses how her AV experience reflected her military service and the opportunities within these roles. We also talk to veteran Gary Albaugh from MicroTheor...

Back at InfoComm 2024, Jennifer Weaver was starting her journey in finding out what it takes to be an AV Career Mastermind. She sat down with Chris Neto from Starin and Joé Lloyd from AVIXA to talk about establishing an identity. Not necessarily a brand for you, but ways to stand out and make an impact within the AV community. AV Career Masterminds is dedicated to looking at the trajectory of an a...

Britt Yenser, Higher Ed AV Professional of the Year of 2023, joins us to talk about her career in higher education and the AV industry. She shares her experience in switching jobs and when it's time to find that new path in your career's journey. We look at the opportunities to challenge yourself and grow within your field. AV Career Masterminds is dedicated to looking at the trajectory of an audi...

What should you be looking for when finding new employment in the AV industry? We are joined by Brandon Harp to discuss the best criterias for a job in AV. We also talk about the importance of personal branding and networking in the job search process. Many anecdotes about the audiovisual industry is that people 'fall into' their positions. But how does one actively seek out a career in AV? We joi...