Portfolio: Event Staging

Case Study: Drexel University

Event: Open House

Location: Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA

Drexel University, Open House
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An impactful event to drive student enrollment and retention – students as well as parents come together for an exciting and lasting first impression of Drexel University.

Client Needs

  • Highlight Drexel University as the premier “Modern Urban University” for global engagement, research and experiential learning
  • Loud, high-energy music that appeals to students
  • Eye-catching lighting and grandiose sound effects
  • Fast-paced, engaging video integration
  • Image magnification, PowerPoint, DVD and music playback, voice support and presentation editing as necessary
  • Clear sight lines for all attendees
  • Quick transition between sessions

The IMS Solution

  • Three screen set for image magnification and presentation support
  • Draping, upright truss with spandex wrap for set design
  • Three Christie 10k DLP Projectors: Rear projection set to maximize usable floor space
  • JBL Line Array hung for total audio coverage and optimal sound reinforcement
  • Two Subwoofers for full low end coverage
  • Shure UHF wireless microphones for zero interference audio
  • 360 Systems InstantReplay Device for sound effect playback
  • Grass Valley Turbo Video Switcher for on the fly content swapping and editing
  • LED uplighting to for added atmosphere
  • Podium and hard wired microphone set for presenters

Result

  • Event set design, lighting, audio and seamless video coverage electrified students and parents
  • Event reinforced students choosing of Drexel University to further their education and excited them for classes to begin
  • Reassured parents that they were making a strong investment in their son or daughter’s future by sending them to Drexel University