When you look at the current generation of show technicians, they are a very different breed. Twenty years ago, we dealt with things such as slide projectors, overhead projectors, composite video, canned air, and white gloves. Technology was always a component, but it was a simpler time in some ways. A technician in the past could fit into a more generic category of video, audio, and lighting, and today we see that roles have shifted to technical specialties such as video projectionist, LED tech, FOH A1, and Spyder/E2 graphics operator. While the core fundamentals of delivering shows remains the same, technology has gone into hyper speed. The technician of today is now challenged to stay current with the sheer volume of new technology available that can come into the production of an event. The technician's role has evolved into a new paradigm, and embracing current technology and skills has become critical in order to be successful.
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