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LEVEL UP WITH US!
Train with AVE. Experience Orlando.
We handpicked a few local stays and spots to help you recharge, connect, and enjoy the city we love.
Nov
14
to Nov 15
Intro to Audio
BUILD REAL-WORLD CONFIDENCE BEHIND THE CONSOLE WITH THIS HANDS-ON COURSE DESIGNED FOR LIVE CORPORATE EVENTS. LEARN ROUTING, EQ, DYNAMICS, PLAYBACK, PATCHING, AND WORKFLOW FUNDAMENTALS USED ON ACTUAL SHOW SITES—SO YOU CAN OPERATE UNDER PRESSURE AND SUPPORT GENERAL SESSIONS, BREAKOUT ROOMS, AND LIVE PRODUCTIONS WITH CLARITY AND CONFIDENCE.
Nov
21
to Nov 22
Video Switcher Training
Live switching is one of the most demanding real-time jobs in production. The person on the switcher makes decisions every few seconds, and those decisions are immediately visible on screen. this course covers the fundamentals of live camera switching for corporate and live event environments: M/E architecture, bus management, Keyers, DVE, Transitions, Macros, and the discipline of building a switch plan before the show starts. the focus is on operating with intention and confidence, not reacting in a panic. participants leave with a structured approach to switching that translates across systems.
Dec
5
to Dec 6
Intro to Lighting: Fundamentals for live events
This hands-on training is built for AV professionals who want to understand the fundamentals of lighting for corporate and live events. If you’re looking to get into lighting, want to better understand what the lighting department is doing on show site, or want to start taking on more lighting roles on your next show, this class is for you.
Dec
14
to Dec 17
Barco Training (Bundle option!)
ELEVATE YOUR EXPERTISE WITH OUR COMPREHENSIVE TRAINING SESSION. THIS CLASS GOES BEYOND THE BASICS OF THE E2 and E3 EVENT MASTER AND DELVES INTO MASTERING THE VIDEO PROCESSING UNIT (VPU). THROUGH PRACTICAL DRILLS, YOU'LL PUSH THE LIMITS OF A SINGLE BOX, GAINING HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE THAT WILL TRANSFORM YOUR SKILLS.
Dec
19
to Dec 22
Millumin Certification
FINISH OFF 2026 BY BECOMING A CERTIFIED MILLUMIN OPERATOR IN THIS HANDS-ON, MANUFACTURER-BACKED TRAINING LED BY CHRISTOPHER “BODDIE” BROWN. LEARN REAL-WORLD WORKFLOWS USED IN CORPORATE EVENTS, THEATER, INSTALLATIONS, AND LIVE SHOWS, AND GAIN THE CONFIDENCE TO DESIGN AND RUN RELIABLE, PROFESSIONAL MILLUMIN SYSTEMS. LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE — REGISTER NOW!
Jan
9
to Jan 10
PTZ 101 and 102: PAN TILT ZOOM CAMERAS. Corporate PTZ deep dive
This two-day, hands-on training is built for AV professionals who want real, show-ready fundamentals in PTZ camera operation for corporate and live events. You’ll trade the tripod for a joystick and learn how to frame, move, and manage PTZ cameras with purpose—so your shots feel smooth, intentional, and consistent. AV Educate partners with Instructor Jason Liermann and Digerati Productions to EQUIP beginner-to-intermediate students with practical PTZ skills you can use immediately on gigs.
Oct
17
VECTORWORKS TRAINING
Vectorworks training designed for AV professionals who want to design smarter, communicate more clearly, and build workflows that hold up in the real world. Led by industry professional Ryan Wade, this one-day class introduces the tools and techniques used to create professional drawings, organize project information, and bring event concepts to life from design through delivery.
Sep
6
Master Electrician Paperwork
Master Electrician paperwork is the backbone of organized lighting production and safe power distribution. Whether you are managing a circuit plot, generating a patch sheet, or tracking power loads for a large-scale event, the ability to create and manage professional paperwork is an essential skill for any Master Electrician. This course introduces the essential tools and workflows used by working professionals, focusing on accurate documentation, power management, and organizational habits that ensure a smooth load-in and show.
Aug
26
to Aug 27
GENERAL LED TRAINING
LED WALLS HAVE BECOME THE CENTERPIECE OF LIVE EVENTS, FROM CONCERTS AND CORPORATE MEETINGS TO BROADCAST STUDIOS AND IMMERSIVE INSTALLATIONS. BUT BEHIND THE STUNNING VISUALS IS A COMPLEX SYSTEM THAT REQUIRES KNOWLEDGE, PRECISION, AND TEAMWORK TO GET RIGHT. THIS TWO-DAY, HANDS-ON TRAINING LED BY OMAR COLOM WILL GUIDE YOU THROUGH THE COMPLETE PROCESS OF WORKING WITH LED SYSTEMS
Aug
22
to Aug 23
Barco Training
ELEVATE YOUR EXPERTISE WITH OUR COMPREHENSIVE TRAINING SESSION. THIS CLASS GOES BEYOND THE BASICS OF THE E2 EVENT MASTER AND DELVES INTO MASTERING THE VIDEO PROCESSING UNIT (VPU). THROUGH PRACTICAL DRILLS, YOU'LL PUSH THE LIMITS OF A SINGLE BOX, GAINING HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE THAT WILL TRANSFORM YOUR SKILLS.
Aug
15
to Aug 16
Show Graphics: One weekend, Two classes!
OVER TWO DAYS, YOU'LL BUILD THE FULL GRAPHICS CHAIN, FROM RUNNING A GENERAL SESSION IN POWERPOINT TO DRIVING PROFESSIONAL PLAYBACK IN MITTI. SATURDAY, ALYSSA FREIRE TAKES YOU THROUGH CONFIGURING POWERPOINT FOR AV, MULTI-SCREEN, AND DUAL-OUTPUT SETUPS, AND BUILDING CLEAN MASTER DECKS FROM MESSY CLIENT FILES. SUNDAY, OMAR COLOM MOVES YOU INTO MITTI FOR RELIABLE LIVE PLAYBACK, CUE BUILDING, AND STREAM DECK CONTROL. BOTH DAYS SHARE THE SAME BACKBONE: CONFIGURING YOUR MACHINE FOR LIVE, MANAGING FILES AND MEDIA ON BIGGER SHOWS, AND THE OPERATOR HABITS THAT KEEP A GENERAL SESSION RUNNING CLEAN.
Aug
8
to Aug 9
Wireless Workbench RF coordination
MASTER RF COORDINATION WITH OUR WIRELESS WORKBENCH DEEP DIVE, LED BY ERCEL ABBOTT. LEARN SPECTRUM PLANNING, FREQUENCY COORDINATION, INTERMODULATION MANAGEMENT, AND LIVE TROUBLESHOOTING. PERFECT FOR AV PROS AIMING TO DELIVER FLAWLESS WIRELESS PERFORMANCE IN HIGH-STAKES EVENTS.
Jul
25
to Jul 26
GENERAL LED TRAINING
LED WALLS HAVE BECOME THE CENTERPIECE OF LIVE EVENTS, FROM CONCERTS AND CORPORATE MEETINGS TO BROADCAST STUDIOS AND IMMERSIVE INSTALLATIONS. BUT BEHIND THE STUNNING VISUALS IS A COMPLEX SYSTEM THAT REQUIRES KNOWLEDGE, PRECISION, AND TEAMWORK TO GET RIGHT. THIS TWO-DAY, HANDS-ON TRAINING LED BY MICHAEL CORREA WILL GUIDE YOU THROUGH THE COMPLETE PROCESS OF WORKING WITH LED SYSTEMS
Jul
22
to Jul 23
Pixelhue Certification
JOIN AV EDUCATE AND PIXELHUE ONCE AGAIN FOR AN IMMERSIVE, HANDS-ON TRAINING EXPERIENCE DESIGNED TO GIVE AV PROFESSIONALS THE SKILLS AND CONFIDENCE TO OPERATE PIXELHUE POWERFUL SCREEN SWITCHING SYSTEMS. THIS COMPREHENSIVE CLASS IS YOUR LAUNCHPAD INTO ADVANCED LIVE EVENT WORKFLOWS PERFECT FOR VIDEO ENGINEERS, LED TECHNICIANS, PROJECTIONISTS, AND FREELANCERS LOOKING TO EXPAND THEIR EXPERTISE AND STAND OUT IN TODAY’S COMPETITIVE PRODUCTION LANDSCAPE.
Jul
20
to Jul 21
Camera Shading Class
THIS ONE-DAY HANDS-ON TRAINING IS DESIGNED FOR AV PROFESSIONALS LOOKING TO DEVELOP A SOLID FOUNDATION IN CAMERA SHADING. STUDENTS WILL LEARN HOW TO PROPERLY SET UP A CAMERA, READ AND INTERPRET WAVEFORM MONITORS, AND BALANCE MULTIPLE CAMERAS USING PROFESSIONAL SHADING TECHNIQUES.
Jul
18
FAMILY GAME NIGHT (FREE!)
JOIN US FOR A FREE AVE COMMUNITY GAME NIGHT, A FAMILY-STYLE OPEN HOUSE BUILT AROUND FUN, CONNECTION, AND AV-THEMED GAMES YOU WILL NOT FIND ANYWHERE ELSE. WE WILL HAVE GAMES LIKE TECHS AGAINST INSANITY, HUES & CUES, NOT FOR BROADCAST, ROLL & CUES, AND OUR CUSTOM AVE MINI FORKLIFT CHALLENGE, PLAYED WITH REMOTE-CONTROLLED FORKLIFTS AND BUILT ONLY FOR THIS EVENT. GUESTS WHO SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE THE MINI FORKLIFT CHALLENGE WILL EVEN EARN A MINI FORKLIFT CERTIFICATE FROM AVE. DRINKS ARE ALLOWED AND THIS EVENT IS BYOB, BUT PLEASE DRINK RESPONSIBLY; KIDS ARE WELCOME, THOUGH SOME GAMES MAY NOT BE KID-FRIENDLY.
Jul
18
to Jul 19
Intro to Audio
BUILD REAL-WORLD CONFIDENCE BEHIND THE CONSOLE WITH THIS HANDS-ON COURSE DESIGNED FOR LIVE CORPORATE EVENTS. LEARN ROUTING, EQ, DYNAMICS, PLAYBACK, PATCHING, AND WORKFLOW FUNDAMENTALS USED ON ACTUAL SHOW SITES—SO YOU CAN OPERATE UNDER PRESSURE AND SUPPORT GENERAL SESSIONS, BREAKOUT ROOMS, AND LIVE PRODUCTIONS WITH CLARITY AND CONFIDENCE.
Jun
27
to Jun 28
Millumin Certification
KICK OFF 2026 BY BECOMING A CERTIFIED MILLUMIN OPERATOR IN THIS HANDS-ON, MANUFACTURER-BACKED TRAINING LED BY CHRISTOPHER “BODDIE” BROWN. LEARN REAL-WORLD WORKFLOWS USED IN CORPORATE EVENTS, THEATER, INSTALLATIONS, AND LIVE SHOWS, AND GAIN THE CONFIDENCE TO DESIGN AND RUN RELIABLE, PROFESSIONAL MILLUMIN SYSTEMS. LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE — REGISTER NOW!
Jun
13
to Jun 14
Pixelhue Certification
Join AV Educate and Pixelhue once again for an immersive, hands-on training experience designed to give AV professionals the skills and confidence to operate Pixelhue powerful screen switching systems.
This comprehensive class is your launchpad into advanced live event workflows perfect for video engineers, LED technicians, projectionists, and freelancers looking to expand their expertise and stand out in today’s competitive production landscape.
May
30
to May 31
Show Calling: Basic to Advanced
Take the headset. Take the lead, This in-person training is built for those stepping into show calling or ready to take their cue calling skills to the next level. Whether you’re working breakouts, general sessions, or high-pressure main events, this class will give you the structure, language, and confidence to run the comms like a pro. Led by show caller Alyssa Freire, this session dives into real-world workflows, headset etiquette, cue sequencing, and team leadership
May
23
PTZ 101: INTRO TO PAN TILT ZOOM CAMERAS
This one-day, hands-on training is built for AV professionals who want real, show-ready fundamentals in PTZ camera operation for corporate and live events. You’ll trade the tripod for a joystick and learn how to frame, move, and manage PTZ cameras with purpose—so your shots feel smooth, intentional, and consistent. AV Educate partners with Instructor Jason Liermann and AFPC Productions to EQUIP beginner-to-intermediate students with practical PTZ skills you can use immediately on gigs.
Apr
17
VECTORWORKS TRAINING
Vectorworks training designed for AV professionals who want to design smarter, communicate more clearly, and build workflows that hold up in the real world. Led by industry professional Ryan Wade, this one-day class introduces the tools and techniques used to create professional drawings, organize project information, and bring event concepts to life from design through delivery.
Apr
11
Camera Shading Class
This one-day hands-on training is designed for AV professionals looking to develop a solid foundation in camera shading. Students will learn how to properly set up a camera, read and interpret waveform monitors, and balance multiple cameras using professional shading techniques.
Apr
4
to Apr 5
Powerpoint Deep Dive
Step up your game with our “PowerPoint DEEP DIVE for Corporate AV', an in-person class designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge to BE A GENERAL SESSION OPERATOR. This course focuses on key PowerPoint techniques, including proper configuration for AV, mastering slide design and GUI workflows, and leveraging PC architecture to streamline your projects.
Mar
28
Intro to Audio
Build real-world confidence behind the console with this hands-on course designed for live corporate events. Learn routing, EQ, dynamics, playback, patching, and workflow fundamentals used on actual show sites—so you can operate under pressure and support general sessions, breakout rooms, and live productions with clarity and confidence.
Mar
7
to Mar 8
Millumin Certification
Kick off 2026 by becoming a Certified Millumin Operator in this hands-on, manufacturer-backed training led by Christopher “Boddie” Brown. Learn real-world workflows used in corporate events, theater, installations, and live shows, and gain the confidence to design and run reliable, professional Millumin systems. Limited seats available — register now!
Feb
27
to Feb 28
Pixelhue Certification
Join AV Educate and Pixelhue once again for an immersive, hands-on training experience designed to give AV professionals the skills and confidence to operate Pixelhue powerful screen switching systems.
This comprehensive class is your launchpad into advanced live event workflows perfect for video engineers, LED technicians, projectionists, and freelancers looking to expand their expertise and stand out in today’s competitive production landscape.
Feb
15
Mitti Operations and troubleshooting class
Step up your game with our Mitti Software Deep Dive, an in-person class designed to give you the skills and confidence to operate Mitti in professional live-event environments. This course focuses on proper system setup and configuration, efficient media preparation and playback workflows, cue management, and best practices for using Mitti as a reliable playback solution in corporate and live production settings. Bring Macbook (if possible)
Jan
12
to Jan 15
Aquilon Certification
This class is an Analog Way approved certification class, instructed by Analog Way certified Instructor, Omar Colom. All aspects of this class follow Analog Way’s officially recognized requirements to certify students in LivePremier Level 1 & 2
Dec
22
DANTE: TROUBLESHOOTING & PRACTICAL WORKFLOWS
Take your Dante skills to the next level with this full-day, hands-on class led by Ed Willock. Learn how to identify, diagnose, and fix real-world Dante issues while building practical workflows used in live events and broadcast environments. Gain the confidence to design and troubleshoot systems under pressure—and walk away ready to handle any Dante challenge.
Dec
21
DANTE Level 2 (3rd Edition)
Already certified in Dante Level 1? It’s time to level up. Join Ed Willock for an advanced, hands-on course that dives deeper into routing, clocking, and managing complex Dante networks used in live, corporate, and broadcast environments. Earn your official Dante Level 2 Certification and gain the skills to confidently design and troubleshoot larger systems.
Dec
20
DANTE Level 1 (3rd Edition)
You asked — we delivered. Join Ed Willock for a hands-on, manufacturer-backed training and earn your official Dante Level 1 Certification in just one day. Build your confidence in networked audio as you learn to design, configure, and troubleshoot Dante systems used in live events, corporate AV, and installed environments.
Dec
20
to Dec 21
Millumin Certification
Become a Certified Millumin Operator with official training built in partnership with Millumin. This hands-on course goes beyond the basics—teaching real-world workflows for timelines, layers, and media playback. Earn a manufacturer-backed certification that proves your skills and sets you apart on any show site.
Dec
18
DANTE: TROUBLESHOOTING & PRACTICAL WORKFLOWS
Take your Dante skills to the next level with this full-day, hands-on class led by Ed Willock. Learn how to identify, diagnose, and fix real-world Dante issues while building practical workflows used in live events and broadcast environments. Gain the confidence to design and troubleshoot systems under pressure—and walk away ready to handle any Dante challenge.
Dec
17
DANTE Level 2 (3rd Edition)
Already certified in Dante Level 1? It’s time to level up. Join Ed Willock for an advanced, hands-on course that dives deeper into routing, clocking, and managing complex Dante networks used in live, corporate, and broadcast environments. Earn your official Dante Level 2 Certification and gain the skills to confidently design and troubleshoot larger systems.
Dec
16
DANTE Level 1 (3rd Edition)
You asked — we delivered. Join Ed Willock for a hands-on, manufacturer-backed training and earn your official Dante Level 1 Certification in just one day. Build your confidence in networked audio as you learn to design, configure, and troubleshoot Dante systems used in live events, corporate AV, and installed environments.
CUSTOM CLASSES
Don’t see the class you want on the schedule? Start with the AVE Course Catalog and build one around your team. Custom Classes let companies, crews, or groups of freelancers choose the training they need and work with AV Educate to coordinate the instructor, gear, facility, and timing.
this makes it possible for a company to train an entire crew or for a group of colleagues to split the cost and create their own class. Choose what you want to learn, bring the people, and let AVE coordinate the rest.
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AVE Class Pass
Unlock Your AV Potential with the AVE Class Pass from AV Educate! Whether you’re starting out or sharpening your skills, the AVE Class Pass gives you flexible, value-packed learning options.
Choose Your Pass:
• Pay $500, enough for about 2 classes.
• Pay $1,000, enough for about 4 classes.
• Pay $1,500, enough for up to 6 classes.
How It Works:
The AVE Class Pass is a credit system that can be applied to any course. With most classes priced at $250 per day, it’s easy to calculate how many classes you can take with your pass. Plus, your credits never expire, so you can use them whenever you’re ready.
Hands-On Learning from Experts:
All classes are led by industry professionals, providing you with practical, real-world skills to grow in the AV industry.
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