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SWITCHING TO VECTORWORKS FOR LIVE EVENTS

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SWITCHING TO VECTORWORKS FOR LIVE EVENTS

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Brian Wajda has an impressive 20-plus years in the live events industry, working as a producer, technical director, stage manager, show caller, and more. In 2020 Wajda started his own production company, Ambitious Events, and switched to Vectorworks after years of using AutoCAD and progeCAD. In this webinar, Wajda will share why he switched to Vectorworks, the value of his onboarding process, and a walkthrough of some of his recent projects.

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Entertainment
33m
Beginner

Learning Objectives

  1. The importance of Vectorworks’ onboarding process.
  2. The value of 3D modeling and rendering.
  3. The importance of drawing with detail-rich objects.

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VECTORWORKS 2022: THE NEW FEATURES OF SERVICE PACK 3

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1h 11m
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VECTORWORKS 2022: THE NEW FEATURES OF SERVICE PACK 3

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Join UK Architect, Author and Educator, Jonathan Reeves, and Vectorworks Industry Specialist, Kesoon Chance, to explore what's included in the release of the upcoming Vectorworks Service Pack 3. The latest Service Pack will provide must-have updates and new features that enhance both performance and productivity, and you will learn how these new features can benefit your projects though real world examples.

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All Industries
1h 11m
Beginner

Learning Objectives

  1. Learn about the exciting new Vectorworks 2022 Service Pack 3
  2. See how the new features can be used on your projects through real world examples
  3. Develop your skills and knowledge of Vectorworks new features

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LASER DESIGNS | VECTORWORKS, VISION, & BEYOND

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1h 4m
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LASER DESIGNS | VECTORWORKS, VISION, & BEYOND

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Laser designs are sure to take your live event up to a whole new level. When creating such designs, previsualization is essential in ensuring efficient delivery and safety for attendees and staff members alike. In this webinar, Lyra Letourneau, creative director for Pangolin Laser Systems, and Jim Woodward, Vectorworks’ senior entertainment product specialist, will provide you with a walkthrough of laser design in this free webinar. Learn best practices when setting up lasers in your Vectorworks design and how to successfully add lasers to your Vision model. Letourneau and Woodward will also discuss efficiently linking your Vision model to Pangolin’s BEYOND control software.

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Entertainment
1h 4m
Intermediate

Learning Objectives

  1. Determine proper locations, angles, and safety clearances for laser fixtures.
  2. Learn how to link a Vision design to BEYOND control software.
  3. Understand the processes of zoning and programming a show.

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WHAT'S NEW IN VECTORWORKS ENTERTAINMENT 2022

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WHAT'S NEW IN VECTORWORKS ENTERTAINMENT 2022

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Get a sneak peak into what's new in Vectorworks 2022 for the entertainment industry.

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Entertainment
16m
Beginner

Learning Objectives

  1. Learn about new features in Vectorworks Spotlight 2022.

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VISUALIZE YOUR VECTORWORKS MODELS WITH 3D PRINTING

Intermediate
52m
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VISUALIZE YOUR VECTORWORKS MODELS WITH 3D PRINTING

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Join David Farley, theatre and live event set designer as he shows us how he uses Vectorworks 3D models to create 3D prints to help visualise his projects. He will take us through some of his work, including 1:25 lights, furniture, full scale prop and costume elements.

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All Industries
52m
Intermediate

Learning Objectives

  1. Pick up techniques to model efficient 3D prints.
  2. Discover how to export 3D printing software.
  3. Explore how to prep your print file with tips and tricks.
  4. Learn how to print the model using desktop FDM as well as other options.

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LIGHTING PRODUCTION FOR ITV'S NEW GAME SHOW

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LIGHTING PRODUCTION FOR ITV'S NEW GAME SHOW

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Max Conwell from Naked Eye Ltd., will take you behind the scenes of The Void — ITV’s new Saturday night game show. The webinar will demonstrate how Vectorworks Spotlight and ConnectCAD’s clear and concise networking and data layouts were used for the lighting design. When collaborating with the various design departments on the show, multiple file formats were produced. And, in this webinar, Conwell will show how these formats integrated seamlessly into the master Vectorworks file. Today, face-to-face meetings are few and far between, so the clarity of communication in design documentation is vital to a successful production.

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Entertainment
40m
Beginner

Learning Objectives

  1. Discover how easy it is to import and integrate various file formats for project collaboration, including the use of MVR.
  2. Learn about ConnectCAD for clarity of control layouts.
  3. Learn about best practice for using worksheets and data visualization.
  4. Explore third party plug-ins that work seamlessly with Vectorworks.

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EVOLVING THE HOUSE OF WORSHIP MARKET

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45m
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EVOLVING THE HOUSE OF WORSHIP MARKET

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As each generation has changed, so has the experience of Sunday church service. In some churches, services have become more technical involving a stage, lighting designs and programming for special events. Join Andy Bentley, Central Production Director at Elevation Church, as he shares his journey as a lighting designer navigating a difficult industry. See Bentley’s tips and tricks on rendering, organization on files and sheet layers, and collaborating with internal teams.

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Entertainment
45m
Intermediate

Learning Objectives

  1. Learn how to overcome common challenges in the house of worship industry.
  2. Discover tips and tricks to collaborate with internal teams.
  3. Dive into why plotting software is important to share a clear vision.
  4. See why Vectorworks was chosen as the leading software.

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VISION BRINGS MARC ANTHONY'S "UNA NOCHE" TO LIFE

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VISION BRINGS MARC ANTHONY'S "UNA NOCHE" TO LIFE

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Curious about how the production team behind Marc Anthony’s Una Noche livestream brought their ideas to life? Join Andres Albornoz, production manager at Garba Music Corp. and project manager for Marc Anthony and Sebastian Yatra, along with Lighting Designer, Andrés Campos, in this case study style webinar about how their migrations from AutoCAD, Sketchup and WYSIWYG to Vectorworks Spotlight and Vision powered this concert. Discover the challenges they faced with live streaming and how they were overcome, project sharing tips and tricks, and how to streamline your workflow to work faster and smarter.

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Entertainment
1h 13m
Beginner

Learning Objectives

  1. Discover how switching to an all-in-one software program allowed Albornoz’s team to save time and money.
  2. Learn about the creative process behind Marc Anthony’s “Una Noche” livestream.
  3. Familiarize yourself with the differences between lighting and producing for livestream concerts as opposed to live events.
  4. Understand the importance of project sharing and why it’s an essential tool in the entertainment industry.

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POWERING VECTORWORKS' 3D MODELING WITH PARASOLID

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POWERING VECTORWORKS' 3D MODELING WITH PARASOLID

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Ever wonder about 3D modeling and the benefits it can provide for designers? Join Peter Kerwin, Parasolid product manager, and Mark Doubleday, stage lighting designer, in the latest webinar on 3D modeling through Vectorworks software. Kerwin will begin by discussing the importance of 3D modeling and the technology integrated into the Vectorworks 3D modeling engine. Doubleday will follow by describing some of the 3D modeling processes he used on a recent production of “Macbeth,” and how it helped him control reflected light from the glass and steel set.

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Entertainment
48m
Intermediate

Learning Objectives

  1. Understand what 3D modeling is, why it’s important, and what makes Parasolid an industry leader.
  2. Examine how Vectorworks utilizes 3D modeling and how Parasolid serves as an asset to our 3D modeling engine.
  3. Learn how Mark Doubleday designed the lighting for a production of “Macbeth” in the UK.
  4. Learn how to convert a set from 2D to 3D as well as subdivision modeling.

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MODELING TO SCHEMATICS: A FULL AV DESIGN WORKFLOW

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MODELING TO SCHEMATICS: A FULL AV DESIGN WORKFLOW

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If your workflow is in need of a lift, you won’t want to miss this! Join Tom White, industry specialist and training consultant at Vectorworks, for a webinar that will discuss common challenges and his innovative ways to overcome them. White will take you through a complete AV design workflow — from modeled elements in Vectorworks to schematics in ConnectCAD.

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Entertainment
55m
Beginner

Learning Objectives

  1. Learn to layout a new video playback and PA system in an existing venue.
  2. Plan out camera placement within a singular and comprehensive software package.
  3. Create rack layouts from devices, circuits, and equipment items that have corresponding schematic items.

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POWERING BILLIE EILISH’S WORLD TOUR WITH GDTF/MVR

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So, you’ve heard of MVR and GDTF, but what exactly can they do for your workflow? Join Tony Caporale, lighting designer at Infinitus Vox, to see how MVR and GDTF helped him create the award-winning lighting design for Billie Eilish’s Where Do We Go World Tour. Discover how using a combination of MVR and GDTF allowed Caporale to create a more unified workflow while keeping his focus on his design, not the tedious task of adapting new fixtures and devices in the lighting industry.

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Entertainment
25 Minutes
Beginner

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

  1. Discover ways to use MVR in lighting design workflows.
  2. See how MVR import/export capabilities can help you save time and reduce errors.
  3. Understand the importance of GDTF and its integration with MVR.

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THE ANCIENT SPIRIT OF AL BASTA: AN ARCHEO-TAINMENT STRATEGY

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30m
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THE ANCIENT SPIRIT OF AL BASTA: AN ARCHEO-TAINMENT STRATEGY

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What better way to awaken the ancient spirit of Arabian civilization in Al Basta than creative lighting design? Join Walter Lutzu and Patrizia De Masi, lighting designers of PHOTONIKA to see how they designed the lighting to breathe new life into the cradle of modern knowledge and uncover the cultural significance of ancient heritage buildings, nocturnal lighting for daily Islamic prayers, and the basta, the common spaces of the ancient community. Unearth the significance of pre-visualization tools and parameter controls to ensure an accurate and realistic outcome.

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Entertainment
30 Minutes
Intermediate

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

  1. Find useful tools for managing fixtures.
  2. Learn class organization tips for easy referencing.
  3. Optimize your 2D and 3D workflows with tips for rendering.
  4. Share your projects with MVR export capabilities.

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