Graduation ceremony stage with a PA speaker system and overhead rigging on a school field

Graduation AV Production for Schools and Districts

Professional school graduation AV production with sound reinforcement, wireless microphones, and lighting for indoor and outdoor commencement ceremonies. Based in Corona, California, we serve schools and districts throughout Southern California.

Graduation Sound, Lighting & Production

With 13 years of experience in audiovisual rental and event production, we plan graduation setups for athletic fields, auditoriums, gymnasiums, and other campus venues. Equipment selection and system design depend on audience size, venue layout, ceremony requirements, and confirmed availability.

Three QSC speakers for graduation ceremony sound

Graduation Sound Systems

Speech reinforcement planned for clear coverage of remarks, graduate name announcements, and musical cues during indoor ceremonies in gymnasiums or auditoriums, and outdoor ceremonies on athletic fields and quads.

Shure wireless microphones, bodypack transmitters and receiver rack

Wireless & Podium Microphones

Shure wireless microphones, with additional podium and handheld microphone options arranged according to your ceremony requirements. Microphone selection and sound check timing are confirmed during production planning.

Stage with overhead purple lighting fixtures and an LED backdrop in a ballroom

Stage & Ceremony Lighting

Moving-head lighting and additional stage lighting options planned to support podium visibility, ceremony presentations, and the overall event environment.

Additional trussing or specialized staging setups available subject to project requirements and availability.

Two projection screens and a stage set up in a ballroom with round banquet tables

Video Displays & Projection

Video displays and projection options can help attendees follow stage presentations and graduate recognition. Equipment and placement are determined by venue requirements and confirmed availability.

Available subject to project requirements and availability.

Livestream control booth with cameras, audio mixer, video switcher and laptop facing a stage

Live Streaming

Camera setup and live stream coordination for remote family members, overflow seating, and online viewers unable to attend commencement in person.

Available subject to project requirements; availability confirmed in your quote.

Graduation stage with podium and rows of white folding chairs on a football field

Staging & Ceremony Coordination

Coordination with school staff and administrators to align audio cues, microphones, and program transitions. Staging options are arranged per project.

Available subject to project requirements and availability.

Looking specifically for county-specific commencement logistics? Review our regional graduation production for Riverside & the Inland Empire.

Prefer self-managed hardware? Inquire about our equipment-only rentals.

Designed Around Your Ceremony

A commencement ceremony centers on spoken remarks, student name announcements, and ceremony cues. Production planning focuses on clear sound reinforcement and organized transitions for every stage of your program.

Graduate in cap and gown speaking at an indoor ceremony podium.

Graduate Announcements

Reading hundreds or thousands of graduate names requires clean speech articulation. We set up vocal microphones and audio levels to support clear graduate name announcements for faculty and families.

Speeches & Addresses

Keynote addresses, superintendent remarks, and valedictory speeches must reach audience seating clearly. We review stage placement and microphone options in consultation to support spoken presentations.

Musical Performances

School bands, choirs, string ensembles, and processional music require appropriate microphone and sound reinforcement. We review performance requirements and confirm appropriate microphone and sound reinforcement options in your project quote.

Audience Coverage

We plan speaker placement around your venue layout and expected audience size so remarks reach attendees comfortably. Coverage options are discussed during consultation and confirmed in your production plan.

Ceremony Transitions

Commencement ceremonies run on scheduled timelines. On-site technical operation, when included, coordinates audio cues between processional music, podium remarks, diploma presentations, and the recessional march as outlined in your program.

School Event Production Beyond Graduation

In addition to commencement ceremonies, we provide audiovisual and lighting production for academic programs, celebrations, and district gatherings across Southern California.

School Assemblies

Vocal sound reinforcement and wireless microphones tailored for gymnasiums and multi-purpose rooms so student bodies hear every speaker.

Award Ceremonies & Banquets

Podium illumination, wireless microphone systems, and balanced playback audio for scholastic, athletic, and faculty recognition evenings.

School Dances & Rallies

QSC speakers and subwoofers, along with moving-head lighting, planned for school dances and rallies in campus gymnasiums and outdoor courtyards.

District & Board Meetings

Microphone tabletop or podium audio setups planned for clear speech capture, intelligibility, and organized technical execution.

Planning a School Event or Meeting?

Tell us about your venue, expected attendance, and audio or lighting needs. Equipment and setup are confirmed in your project quote.

Our Graduation Production Process

A structured five-step workflow designed to support school administration and ensure clear planning for commencement day.

Consultation

We meet with school coordinators to review venue schematics, schedule constraints, expected graduate counts, and speech locations.

Production Plan

We provide an itemized audio and lighting plan covering equipment selection, placement, power needs, and schedule timing based on your venue and ceremony requirements.

Equipment Preparation & Setup

Audio and lighting equipment is prepared, tested, and set up according to the schedule confirmed in your production plan, with planned cable management and sound checks.

Ceremony Operation

When on-site technical operation is included, audio levels, microphone changes, and announcements are monitored and coordinated according to your ceremony schedule.

Breakdown

Following the ceremony, equipment and cable runs are packed down according to the schedule and venue requirements in your production plan.

* Note: On-site technical operation and console management depend on the specific production package selected and confirmed in your quote.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common commencement coordinator questions regarding sound coverage, microphone planning, and booking timelines.

Need more information about regional services? View our guide for regional graduation production for Riverside & the Inland Empire.

Yes. Outdoor ceremonies can be supported subject to venue conditions and weather. Speaker placement, power requirements, and equipment setup are planned for your site during consultation and confirmed in your quote.

Request a Graduation Quote

Share your commencement date, estimated attendance, and venue layout. We will prepare an audio, lighting, and production quote tailored to your school program.

Service Area

Serving Southern California, including Riverside County, the Inland Empire, Orange County, and Los Angeles County.

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