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TEC TALKS DESCRIPTION

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WEDNESDAY APRIL 10

STUDIO 1

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Just-In-Time Learning and Knowledge Management Practices

How much time does your business spend looking for the most current workflows and practices? Where can your technicians go when they run into an issue? How do you write, curate, update, and distribute this information so it can be helpful when help is needed the most? This talk is a quick practical presentation about the concept of Just-In-Time Learning and how you can build a knowledge management repository that can be the most useful in the most challenging moments.
 
Presented by Bespoke Audio Visual

Language: English
Date & Time: Wednesday April 10, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Discipline: Business Solutions/Support

Presenter: Casey Inniss

Bio: Casey Inniss has nearly 20 years in the industry in Ottawa, with a brief 6 year side quest at Shopify. Over this time he has worn many different hats, from Technician to Support Lead to Google/365 Admin to Technical Manager and plenty more in between. He has honed his experience in knowledge management and support operations at scale, and brings this fresh perspective back to the industry.

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5 key steps towards the success of your project

When an original idea emerges in your mind, and you want to bring it to fruition, there are 5 key steps to take to achieve success. Come discover them!
 
After attending this presentation, attendees will be able to:
  • Identify the path to carrying out an innovative project;
  • Formulate the fundamental questions to ask;
  • Avoid very costly mistakes.
 
Presented by Unisson Structures

Language: French
Date & Time: Wednesday April 10, 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Discipline: Design and manufacturing

Presenters: Sonia Gadbois, Olivier Jobin and Maxim Philippe.

Bios

Sonia Gadbois, presenter: Endowed with infectious enthusiasm and a career spanning more than 25 years as an artist and producer, Sonia puts her love and experience for the stage, cinema and international touring at the service of business development and marketing at Unison.

Olivier Jobin, VP Business Development and Partner: Passionate about challenges and the search for simple and daring solutions, Olivier has worked in the industry for more than 20 years. He joined the Unison team in 2004, after an academic career in administration and international marketing.

Maxim Philippe, ing./P. Eng.: A member of the Order of Engineers of Quebec and a graduate in mechanical engineering from ÉTS, Maxim specializes in product development. Focused on standards and quality, he ensures that the aluminum structures created by Unison are both innovative and safe.

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Digital Marketing 101

Start or improve your digital marketing program with Jim Norris's how-to session on Digital Marketing.
Learn about:
  • Supercharging your website
  • Developing an effective email program
  • Social Media best practices
  • Online advertising

Presented by Entertainment Marketer


Language: English
Date & Time: Wednesday April 10, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Discipline: Business solutions, Marketing.

Presenter: Jim Norris, President of Entertainment Marketer.

Bio: Jim Norris is President of Entertainmenr Marketer and a marketing and business consultant. He has taught Entertainment Marketing and Entertainment Business courses and has been a speaker at trade shows and conferences in Canada and the United States and been the guest on several business webinars.

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Education Consultation Table - Theatre Technologies

This discussion table is an opportunity for the different teaching environments present at EXPO-SCÈNE 2024 to meet and discover the stakeholders in initial and continuing training associated with scenographic technologies in Quebec.

This networking activity will also be an opportunity to discover existing programs, to note the specificities of each and to better understand how they support the needs of the performing arts community.

At the end of this exchange, the CQICTS would like to produce a conceptual map of the different programs offered in Quebec which would allow employers to better understand the profile of graduates. Join the conversation!

Presented by CQICTS - Quebec Section of the Canadian Institute for Theatre Technology


Language:French
Date & Time: Wednesday April 10, 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Discipline: Education

Presenter: Sandra Matte, Centre d'études collégiales de Montmagny

Bio: Sandra Matte, graduate of Cégep de St-Hyacinthe and member of the CQICTS board for 7 years, is passionate about the world of production. First a stage manager and technical director in theater, she then acquired her expertise as a production coordinator in various major events in the Quebec region. A teacher at the Montmagny College Studies Center for 18 years, she recently had the chance to participate in the revision of the College Stage Production program. Her professional background and commitment offer her an interesting perspective on education that she likes to share. She firmly believes in the power of networking and the pooling of educational resources.

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STUDIO 2

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Do you really need insurance ?

Insurance, from an abstract concept to reality…

With the help of concrete examples of accidents, losses and lawsuits, you will be able to determine what types of insurance you should purchase so as not to jeopardize your financial health.

ASSURART Inc. is a Canadian insurance brokerage and financial services firm. Throughout the years we have developed the art of insuring businesses and professionals who work in the following sectors: information technology, life science, investment capital, environment, sharing economy, art, culture, and entertainment.

Presented by Assurart Inc.


Language: French
Date & Time: Wednesday April 10, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Discipline: Insurance

Presenters: Colette Mendenhall, MBA, president / David Mollet, Damage Insurance Broker, Partner / Stella Kalogerakis, Damage Insurance Broker, Partner / Pascale Rondeau, Damage Insurance Broker, Partner

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Safe and Sound LIVE! - Your Event Safety Round Table

Hosted by Jason Gordon and Janet Sellery, Event Safety Alliance Canada will lead a LIVE version of this popular online monthly meetup. This is your chance to connect with colleagues and talk about safety questions, concerns, and current events. After attending this presentation, attendees will be able to share challenges, solutions, knowledge, resources and reasonable practices with each other, leading to greater confidence in their capacity to address health and safety concerns.

Presented by Event Safety Alliance Canada


Language: English
Date & Time: Wednesday April 10, 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Discipline: Health & Safety

Presenters: Jason Gordon and Janet Sellery. 

Bios:

Jason is a former Inspector and Inspectorate Peer Trainer for the Ministry of Labour. and, In 2011, after investigating a serious incident he became a leader in Occupational Safety in the Event Sector. Today, as the Director of Operations and Event Sector Lead for Cobalt Safety, Jason focuses on growing the Safety Culture for this sector. He is proud to be involved as a Board Member of the Event Safety Alliance Canada as well as the Scott Johnson Working Group.

Janet Sellery (CRSP, CHSC) is a former theatre stage manager. She is the Board Chair for Event Safety Alliance Canada and a board member for Event Safety Alliance (U.S.). Her work as a Health & Safety Consultant, with Sellery Health + Safety, focuses on customizing programs, training, and resources to reflect the constantly evolving and unique demands of the theatre environment. Janet is committed to “setting the stage for people to create their best work".

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Assistive Listening Devices Today & Tomorrow

An overview of the assistive listening technologies currently available, what the future holds, and how to select the right technology for the venue and/or event. After attending this presentation, attendees will be able to get a better understanding of the various assistive listening technologies, why are they so important for a large portion of the population, and how to present these technologies to your partners and venue.

Presented by Erikson Commercial


Language: English
Date & Time: Wednesday April 10, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Discipline: AV integration; Pro audio; Assistive Listening.

Presenter: Tim Franke of Williams AV

Bio: Tim Franke is the Regional Sales Manager, Eastern US and Canada for Williams AV. Tim has been working with AV products for the last 15 years as a Channel Manager for a couple of major education technology companies. Tim spends his time outside of work with his family traveling, hiking, and fishing.

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Outdoor Stages: Behind the Scenes of Safety

Heavy winds and extreme weather conditions pose consistent challenges for outdoor event organizers. Join a group of specialists from the outdoor event industry as they share their experience and best practices to ensure your events are executed with the utmost safety for crowds, employees, and artists.

Presented by Stageline


Language: English + French
Date & Time: Wednesday April 10, 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Discipline: Staging

Presenter: Pierre-Luc Rompré / Operations Director at Stageline and Jonathan Doucet / Engineering & Quality Director at Stageline.

Bios:

Pierre-Luc Rompré possesses a comprehensive understanding of event staging, encompassing both technical and administrative aspects. His collaboration with top North American producers has resulted in spectacular events that prioritize audience engagement and the safety of all involved.

Jonathan Doucet has led the engineering department at Stageline for over 15 years. His expertise in structural engineering and safe operations has made him a respected industry leader. He is recognized for his in-depth knowledge of safety regulations and his ability to design and implement innovative solutions.

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THURSDAY APRIL 11

STUDIO 1

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DMX512: Best Practices in Everyday Use

DMX512 is used everywhere. Learn about best practices in DMX distribution to make your installations and shows more robust and problem free. You don't have to be an electrical engineer to know how to make your DMX distribution network robust and problem free. Learn basic rules for cabling and connections. Understand the importance of the correct use of DMX opto-splitters, daisy chaining and DMX terminators. Designed for both casual and power users of DMX512.

Presented by Terrier Marketing Inc.


Language: English
Date & Time: Thursday April 11, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Discipline: AV integration; Lighting

Presenter: Graham Likeness

Bio: Graham Likeness has been a lighting industry professional for more than 40 years. A past technical director, he applied his knowledge of theatre operation to roles as Director of Sales at Strand Lighting and VP Sales and Marketing at Pathway. He is currently a principal at Terrier Marketing Inc., a marketing consultancy and manufacturers' representative. Terrier Marketing recently became the representative for SWISSON in Canada.

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Event Logistics

This presentation covers event logistics, carnets, and the multiple modes of transportation getting your show on the road! We discuss the role of a freight forwarder, the pitfalls of shipping, and how to prepare your tour for touring. Our goal is to educate shippers, artists, and tour and production managers on the logistics of moving a show, from one box to multi-truck tours.

After attending this presentation, attendees will have a better understanding of event logistics and the role of a knowledgeable freight forwarder as a partner.

Presented by Event Freight Logistics


Language: English
Date & Time: Thursday April 11, 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Discipline: Logistics

Presenter: David Cohen, President of Event Freight Logistics Inc.

Bio: David started his logistics journey out of high school driving a delivery truck, before working as a freight forwarder in the events industry. He has over 30 years of logistics experience, has been on numerous tours, and humorously shares his knowledge!

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Can Wireless Audio Be as Good as Wired?

A look at best practices for wireless mics and IEMs, to make the RF connection between transmitter and receiver as solid as possible. After attending this presentation, participants will have learned to evaluate the technical challenges related to the location where the event or performances will be held. They will then be able to confidently select, deploy and adjust wireless microphones and IEM equipment.

Presented by Erikson Audio


Language: English
Date & Time: Thursday April 11, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Discipline: Pro audio

Presenter: Bob Lee

Bio: Bob Lee is an application engineer and trainer at RF Venue, Inc., having worked in pro audio and broadcasting for more than four decades. Bob started doing live theatre sound in 1980 with analog boards and area miking, because only the biggest theatre companies had wireless back then. He designed and serviced wireless mic systems of all sizes and wrote the TURBO-RF frequency coordination program for Sennheiser, spent 27 years in various technical marketing and support roles at QSC, and was lead audio engineer at the Ivoryton Playhouse in Essex, Connecticut. He is an amateur radio operator (call sign KN6PXS), a member of USITT, and a Fellow in the Audio Engineering Society.

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STUDIO 2

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Vectorworks 2024: Your all-in-one Software Solution for Event Design

Join Vectorworks Senior Entertainment Product Specialist, Jim Woodward, as he demonstrates what’s new in Vectorworks, Vision, and Braceworks 2024. Using sample files, Woodward will show enhancements that make for a seamless workflow when planning productions of any size.

  • Learn how using Vectorworks for Entertainment software can greatly improve any production’s workflow.
  • Explore the Software’s Tools and Commands tailored for each task at hand.
  • See how you can manage your project’s data and report directly from the design.
  • Look at how designs can be developed through Project Sharing with all parties involved.
  • Get an inside look at GDTF and MVR, the open file formats that allow you to send your designs between CAD, Console and Visualizer.
  • See an overview of the recent features added for Vectorworks 2024.

Presented by Vectorworks Canada


Language: English
Date & Time: Thursday April 11, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Discipline: AV integration; Lighting; Staging; Pro audio; Video mapping; Virtual reality; Rigging; Scenic design, Exhibition design.

Presenter: Jim Woodward

Bio: With over 45 years in the entertainment industry, Jim Woodward has worked around the world on everything from extensive concert touring to designing and producing large-scale corporate events. Woodward also worked as a trainer and consultant to the Vectorworks community, as well as presenting and guest lecturing to the industry in general.

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Enhance your understanding of Vectorworks, the industry leader

Vectorworks is above all a powerful design, modeling and planning software. It has become the reference in the audiovisual industry and will support you throughout your project. This presentation provides an overview of best practices for understanding the relationship between classes, Design Layers, Sheet Layers, and data, allowing you to design, document, and present your project. After attending this presentation, participants will have a better understanding of the Vectorworks workflow.

Presented by Vectorworks Canada


Language: French
Date & Time: Thursday April 11, 12:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Discipline: AV integration; Lighting; Staging; Business solutions; Rigging; Technical Manager.

Presenter: Dominique Rivard

Bio: Dominique Rivard provides French-speaking representation and training services for Vectorworks Canada. Coming from the audiovisual field as a technical director, he has dual technical training in audiovisual and architecture. His company 'avanTou' specializes in 3D surveying using high-density laser scanning and offers services for professionals working in construction and events. The company also aims to promote the influence of Vectorworks software.

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3D Printing for the Performing Arts

An overview of large format 3D printing applications for the performing arts, both technically and artistically. Although 3D printing is not a new medium, it is still a poorly understood manufacturing technique. The objective is to offer an overview of the different possibilities that 3D printing offers and to understand the universe of possibilities that comes with this technology. (e.g. Transparency, integration of lighting, structural materials, stage sets) After attending this presentation, attendees will have a better understanding of large format 3D printing and its applications and to have this method in mind for their future projects.

Presented by Studio Artefact


Language: French
Date & Time: Thursday April 11, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Discipline: 3D Printing

Presenters: Guillaume Jacques and Louis-Philippe D-Thibaudeau.

Bios:

Guillaume Jacques, Co-Owner - Marketing Director: Graduate of HEC in Entrepreneurship & Innovation, he manages Studio Artefact's communications strategies and is involved daily in innovation activities, especially with regard to very large 3D printing format.

Louis-Philippe D-Thibaudeau, Co-Owner - Director Design & Innovation: With more than 20 years of experience in the design and manufacturing of thematic decors, he supervises everything related to innovation and research and development at Studio Artefact in addition to managing the 3D Printing department since 2017.

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