AV1
AV1 is an Australian audio-visual production company providing AV production, LED design, creative content, virtual/hybrid event solutions, and event technology for corporate clients, associations, and premium venues across Sydney, Melbourne, and Gold Coast.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2004
- HeadquartersWaterloo, Australia
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What AV1 does
AV1 is an Australian audio-visual production company founded in 2004 by Keith Wootton, headquartered in Sydney with additional operations in Melbourne and Gold Coast. The company delivers end-to-end event production services spanning audio-visual production, LED design and installation, creative content (opening videos, motion graphics, live capture), virtual and hybrid event production, DEA&I (diversity, equity, accessibility, inclusivity) consulting, and event technology solutions delivered through its sister company Sprintr. AV1 serves corporate enterprises, conference and meeting planners, associations and not-for-profits, and premium venues across Australia's eastern seaboard, producing more than 1,000 events annually across 150+ venues, including flagship work such as the 2019 Rotary International Conference for 14,000+ delegates.
The company's technology stack centers on professional AV hardware and integrated production services rather than proprietary software. Core technical assets include high-resolution LED systems with curves, corners, and cube configurations, a L-Acoustics audio installation at MCA Australia's Foundation Hall, dynamic lighting with 60+ moving fixtures, and a digital Luminex infrastructure backbone with installed truss rigging for flexible rigging. AV1 holds the exclusive in-house AV production partnership with MCA Australia and venue partnerships with QT Sydney, Ace Hotel Sydney, State Library of NSW, The Calyx, and Flex by ISPT Collider. In January 2025, the company completed a major infrastructure upgrade at MCA Foundation Hall, and a new generation of high-resolution LED technology is scheduled for 2026. The company is the first B Corp certified AV company globally (since 2016) and has won 14 Meetings & Events Australia Awards including Hall of Fame induction.
Commercially, AV1 operates a B2B professional services model with quote-based project pricing, direct enterprise field sales, and a hybrid segmentation approach targeting corporate organizations, conference planners, associations, and premium venues. Revenue is generated through event-based fees for AV production, LED design, and creative content, with event technology revenue flowing through Sprintr on a partner-referral model. There are no external funding rounds disclosed, and ownership appears retained by founders and management. Nigel Mintern serves as Managing Director following a leadership transition from founder Keith Wootton, with Kealan Coleman serving as Business Development Director.
AV1 firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- AV1
- Legal name
- AV1 Pty Limited
- Website
- https://av1.com.au
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2004
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- AV1 is an Australian audio-visual production company providing AV production, LED design, creative content, virtual/hybrid event solutions, and event technology for corporate clients, associations, and premium venues across Sydney, Melbourne, and Gold Coast.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
AV1 industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Audio Visual Event Production
- akta.pro primary industry
- Corporate Event Production & AV Services (HSACADAB)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Audio-Visual (AV) Systems & Rentals (Audio, Video, Projection, LED Walls) (THAHAEAA), Hybrid/Virtual Meetings Production & AV Services (THACAFAM), Event Production & Technical Services (AV, Lighting, Staging) (BPAFAGAB)
Keywords
Where AV1 is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Waterloo
- HQ country
- Australia
- HQ region
- Oceania
Offices3 records
Markets served
AV1 business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others
Revenue model
- Audio Visual Production Services: Core service providing technical AV production for events including equipment rental, technical crew, and production management. Revenue generated through project-based fees for event delivery.
- Creative Content Production: Content creation services including opening videos, award stings, motion graphics, and live capture for events. Billed as part of comprehensive event packages or standalone.
- LED Design & Installation: Custom LED solution design, installation, and operation for events. Revenue from design fees and equipment/specialist usage.
- Event Technology (via Sprintr): Registration systems, event apps, and hybrid event platforms through sister company Sprintr. Partner-referral model.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | Pay-as-you-go | Pay What You Like January Events |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels7 records
Marketing channels7 records
AV1 product offering
Product offeringCore offering
AV1 designs and produces corporate events through six service lines: Audio Visual Production (technical crew and best-in-class equipment sourcing), LED Design & Solutions (high-resolution LED installations with curves, corners, and cubes), Creative Content (opening videos, award stings, motion graphics, live capture), Virtual & Hybrid Events (production solutions connecting in-person and online audiences), DEA&I Solutions (accessibility and inclusivity consulting), and Event Technology (registration, event apps, virtual platforms via partner Sprintr). The company operates as the exclusive in-house AV provider at MCA Australia and serves corporate, association, and not-for-profit clients across Sydney, Melbourne, and Gold Coast.
Product overview
AV1 is an audio-visual and digital media production company specializing in conferences and events. The company offers six core service areas: Audio Visual Production (technical event production), LED Design & Solutions (high-resolution LED installations), Creative Content (videos, motion graphics, live capture), Virtual and Hybrid Events (seamless hybrid production), DEA&I Solutions (accessibility services), and Event Technology (via partner Sprintr). Sprintr by AV1 is a subsidiary brand providing registration, event apps, and attendee management solutions including virtual event platforms and online exhibitions.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Audio Visual Production Technical event production service sourcing best-in-class audio-visual equipment and matching it with skilled technical and creative professionals for conferences, gala dinners, award ceremonies, product launches, AGMs, and leadership forums. Targeted at corporate clients, event planners, and associations.
- LED Design & Solutions High-resolution LED solution design, installation, and operation for event spaces, featuring curves, corners, and cube configurations that create sweeping backdrops and dynamic LED structures. Targeted at corporate clients seeking immersive, high-impact visual staging.
- Creative Content Content creation service producing opening videos, award stings, motion graphics, and live capture to enhance storytelling and audience engagement at events. Targeted at corporate event organizers and conference planners.
- Virtual & Hybrid Events Production solution ensuring seamless connections between in-person and online audiences, combining expert production with interactive tools to create polished hybrid experiences. Targeted at corporate clients and associations running conferences, AGMs, and annual meetings.
- DEA&I Solutions Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusivity consulting and solutions helping event planners design events that work for all attendees, including accessibility features and inclusive design guidance. Targeted at event organizers and associations prioritizing inclusive experiences.
- Sprintr by AV1 (Event Technology) Sister-company event technology platform providing contactless registration, badge printing kiosks, lead capture, session tracking, event apps, virtual event platforms, and online exhibitions, with sustainable badge options and on-demand printing to reduce waste. Targeted at event organizers needing end-to-end attendee management and virtual event infrastructure.
Quantifiable outcome
- Produced over 1,000 events per year in 150+ venues
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use AV1
Customer profileNamed customers15 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
AV1 technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
AI capability2 records
Feature6 records
AV1 partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.
- OzHarvestcoreAV1 signed as 'Awesome Partner' and Creative Production Partner for OzHarvest's CEO CookOff across nine locations in Australia. AV1 provides technical and creative expertise to help OzHarvest raise awareness and funds to fight food waste and hunger, targeting 200,000 meals.
- B LabcoreAV1 partners with B Lab to deliver the Assembly Conference for the B Corp community in Glenworth Valley. Aligns with AV1's purpose-driven credentials as a certified B Corp.
- Redfern Youth ConnectcoreCommunity partnership through AV1's Pay What You Like drive. AV1 donates 20% of January event revenue to support RYC, an Aboriginal-led youth service established in 2014. Raised $10,340.13 in 2024. AV1 also provides equipment, leadership workshops, and video production support.
- MCA AustraliaflagshipAV1 operates as the exclusive in-house AV provider for Museum of Contemporary Art Australia, managing production for Foundation Hall (344-seat auditorium), Harbourside Room, Quayside Room, Sculpture Terrace, Ambassador Lounge, and Lecture Theatre. Installed permanent AV infrastructure including L-Acoustics audio, projection, and lighting.
- Sprintr by AV1coreSprintr is AV1's sister company providing event technology solutions including registration systems, badge printing kiosks, lead capture, session tracking, event apps, virtual event platforms, and online exhibitions. AV1 refers clients to Sprintr for event technology needs.
- SMA ProductionsminorEntertainment production partner providing musical acts and performers for events. Collaborated on AV1's Long Summer Lunch with performers including Miss Bird, The Players Band, The Diamonds, Opera By Disguise, and String Diva.
- Inspire SpeakersminorSpeaker bureau partnership for providing keynote and motivational speakers for corporate events.
- Forever GroovesminorMelbourne-based DJ service run by Remy Brooks, providing vinyl DJ performances for corporate events. Specializes in soul, funk, disco, Balearic, Afrobeat, house, and hip-hop.
- L&A Productions (Latukefu & Associates)minorEntertainment production partner representing emerging Australian artists including Mina-Siale for live performances.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves8 records
Expansion highlights5 records
AV1 competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Encore Event Technologies: Global event technology and AV production company (formerly PSAV) and the largest direct competitor in the Australian market following its acquisition of Staging Connections. Encore offers nearly identical corporate event AV, staging, and hybrid production services at scale.
- Staging Connections: Long-standing Australian event production and AV services firm (now part of Encore). Historically AV1's closest ANZ competitor for corporate conferences, gala dinners, and awards nights with overlapping venue partnerships and enterprise customer base.
- The P.A. People: Australian event production and AV services company with deep expertise in live events, conferences, and broadcast. Comparable service scope, similar customer mix (corporate, association, government), and active in the same Sydney/Melbourne markets as AV1.
- Wizard Productions: Sydney-based event production company specializing in audio visual production, lighting, and staging for corporate events. Comparable in scale and service mix to AV1, focused on the same Sydney corporate and association customer base.
- Microhire: Australian event technology and AV hire company providing audio, vision, lighting, and staging to corporate conferences, gala dinners, and product launches. Direct competitor on equipment rental and event production with overlapping eastern-seaboard footprint.
- Scene Change: Australian event production and AV hire company serving corporate conferences, awards nights, and product launches. Operates in the same Australian markets as AV1 with a similar integrated AV-plus-staging service offering.
Broad incumbents
- PRG (Production Resource Group): Global leader in event production and entertainment technology offering AV, lighting, rigging, and video services. Operates broadly across concerts, corporate events, and broadcast — competing with AV1 on premium corporate mandates where PRG has scale advantages.
Emerging players
- AGB Events: Sydney-based event management and production company handling corporate conferences, gala dinners, and award ceremonies. Comparable in customer profile and event types but with a more event-management-led model rather than AV-specialist positioning.
- Hartley Events: Australian event production and AV services provider serving corporate clients. Smaller scale than AV1 but operates in overlapping venues and competes for similar mid-market corporate event mandates.
Others
- Sprintr (event technology platform by AV1's sister brand): Event technology platform offering registration, badge printing, event apps, and virtual event platforms. Listed for ecosystem context as a sister company of AV1; competes with platforms like EventsAIR, Bizzabo, and Eventbrite in the event-tech layer adjacent to AV1's core services.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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AV1 leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles3 records
AV1 funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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AV1 M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about AV1
What does AV1 do?
AV1 designs and produces corporate events through six service lines: Audio Visual Production (technical crew and best-in-class equipment sourcing), LED Design & Solutions (high-resolution LED installations with curves, corners, and cubes), Creative Content (opening videos, award stings, motion graphics, live capture), Virtual & Hybrid Events (production solutions connecting in-person and online audiences), DEA&I Solutions (accessibility and inclusivity consulting), and Event Technology (registration, event apps, virtual platforms via partner Sprintr). The company operates as the exclusive in-house AV provider at MCA Australia and serves corporate, association, and not-for-profit clients across Sydney, Melbourne, and Gold Coast.
Is AV1 a public or private company?
AV1 is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was AV1 founded?
AV1 was founded in 2004. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is AV1 based?
AV1 is headquartered in Waterloo, Australia, in the Oceania region.
How does AV1 make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Audio Visual Production Services are the primary driver. The others are creative Content Production, LED Design & Installation and event Technology (via Sprintr).
Who are AV1's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Encore Event Technologies, Staging Connections, The P.A. People, Wizard Productions, Microhire and Scene Change. PRG (Production Resource Group) is listed as a broad incumbent. Emerging players are AGB Events and Hartley Events. Sprintr (event technology platform by AV1's sister brand) is listed as an others.
Does AV1 have an API?
No public API is recorded for AV1.
What industry is AV1 in?
AV1's product category is Audio Visual Event Production. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HSACADAB, Corporate Event Production & AV Services, with a secondary code of THAHAEAA, Audio-Visual (AV) Systems & Rentals (Audio, Video, Projection, LED Walls).