David Townsend ~ Freelance Audio Visual

Audio Visual Services & Event Roles

Support for corporate live, hybrid, and multi-room events.

⚙️ SERVICES SECTION

With over 15 years of experience across hundreds of events, I bring deep technical knowledge, global experience, and AI innovation to every production. Whether you need backstage leadership or flawless screen support, I have you covered.

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Global AV Experience (10+ Countries)

Nearly two passports filled supporting global events in Argentina, Japan, Czech Republic, Germany, Panama, and more.

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Technical Direction & Show Calling

Executive-level cue calling for high-stakes general sessions. Tight coordination of video rolls, walk-ons, mics, lighting cues, and show stops. Calm, clear, and precise under pressure.

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Video Playback & Media Server Operation

Playback for IMAG, bumpers, sizzles, and branded content. Media prep, format conversion, redundancy, and clean integration into live shows and broadcast workflows.

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Hybrid Event Execution

Seamless live + virtual delivery with synced audio/video, camera feeds, streaming platforms, and remote audience engagement.

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Corporate AV Technician

On-site AV support for corporate meetings, conferences, and executive events. Experienced working directly with producers, PMs, and client stakeholders in professional environments.

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General Session AV Support

Lead or support roles for large-scale general sessions including show calling, cue coordination, presenter transitions, and seamless integration of audio, video, lighting, and graphics.

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PowerPoint Operator for Live Events

Dedicated PowerPoint operator for live corporate events. Fast edits, version control, slide review, and executive presenter support without disrupting show flow.

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Live Event Video Technician

Support for live video systems including signal routing, playback feeds, camera integration, and troubleshooting during rehearsals and live shows.

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Hybrid Event Technician

Technical support for hybrid events combining in-room audiences with remote presenters and viewers. Focused on sync, latency management, and presenter confidence.

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Speaker Ready Room AV Support

Dedicated AV support for speaker ready rooms handling intake, deck review, formatting, last-minute changes, uploads, and presenter coordination across large programs.

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Event AV Troubleshooter

Brought in to diagnose and resolve AV issues quickly during rehearsals or live shows. Focused on root-cause fixes, backups, and minimizing client impact.

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Crew Chief & AV Team Lead

Hands-on leadership of large crews. Load-in/out coordination, gear tracking, and team efficiency.

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Graphics & Presentation Operator

PowerPoint, Keynote, Google Slides, and playback systems. Live edits, last-minute changes, version control, and executive presenter support without breaking the show.

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Webcasting & Virtual Meeting Production

Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Webex event production with video switching, overlays, lower thirds, remote speaker coordination, and platform troubleshooting.

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Speaker Ready Room Lead Tech

End-to-end speaker support. Presentation intake, deck version control, last-minute edits, uploads, and ensuring presenters are show-ready across dozens or hundreds of sessions.

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Freelance Technical Director (TD)

Freelance Technical Director for corporate general sessions, managing show flow, crew communication, cue execution, and real-time problem solving during live events.

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Conference AV Support (Multi-Room)

Support for conferences with multiple breakout rooms, speaker-ready rooms, and central general sessions. Experience scaling workflows across dozens of rooms and rotating presenters.

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Media Server Operator

Operation of media servers for live events including playback cueing, redundancy management, content formatting, and integration with switching and LED workflows.

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Camera Operator / Robotic Camera Operator

Operation of manned and robotic camera systems for IMAG, recording, and hybrid events. Framing, cue timing, and coordination with TD and video teams.

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Virtual Event Producer / Technician

End-to-end technical support for virtual meetings and webcasts including platform setup, speaker management, screen sharing, overlays, and live troubleshooting.

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AV Crew Chief

Crew Chief support managing AV teams, load-in/out schedules, gear flow, and communication between departments to keep events on time and on budget.

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Traveling AV Technician

Available for nationwide and international travel supporting corporate events, conferences, and high-profile productions.

My Availability

💵 Day Rates & Booking Info

Every event is unique — and so is the scope of support required.

Day Rates Vary by Scope, Location, and Role
Local & Nationwide Travel Available

 

Why Producers and Companies Call Me Back

• Calm under pressure — no panic, no drama
• Deep troubleshooting, not just button-pushing
• Client-facing and executive-safe
• Reliable, prepared, and self-directed
• Trusted with high-visibility general sessions


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