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I'm Audrey Megan Holder, a senior Audio-Visual Technician and Event Technology Specialist based in Howick, KwaZulu-Natal. With over 30 years of experience across theatre, live events, touring, corporate AV, and venue installations, I excel at setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and managing professional audio, lighting, video, and stage systems in high-pressure environments. I bring strong technical leadership, a proactive problem-solving approach, and a track record of delivering complex live productions and theatre refurbishments from concept through execution. I’ve led international projects and major festivals, coached emerging professionals, and collaborated with artists, venues, and production teams to ensure seamless, safe, and high-quality outcomes.…I'm Audrey Megan Holder, a senior Audio-Visual Technician and Event Technology Specialist based in Howick, KwaZulu-Natal. With over 30 years of experience across theatre, live events, touring, corporate AV, and venue installations, I excel at setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and managing professional audio, lighting, video, and stage systems in high-pressure environments. I bring strong technical leadership, a proactive problem-solving approach, and a track record of delivering complex live productions and theatre refurbishments from concept through execution. I’ve led international projects and major festivals, coached emerging professionals, and collaborated with artists, venues, and production teams to ensure seamless, safe, and high-quality outcomes.

Audrey Megan Holder

Sound Technician, Audio Engineer, Lighting

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I'm Audrey Megan Holder, a senior Audio-Visual Technician and Event Technology Specialist based in Howick, KwaZulu-Natal. With over 30 years of experience across theatre, live events, touring, corporate AV, and venue installations, I excel at setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and managing professional audio, lighting, video, and stage systems in high-pressure environments. I bring strong technical leadership, a proactive problem-solving approach, and a track record of delivering complex live productions and theatre refurbishments from concept through execution. I’ve led international projects and major festivals, coached emerging professionals, and collaborated with artists, venues, and production teams to ensure seamless, safe, and high-quality outcomes.…I'm Audrey Megan Holder, a senior Audio-Visual Technician and Event Technology Specialist based in Howick, KwaZulu-Natal. With over 30 years of experience across theatre, live events, touring, corporate AV, and venue installations, I excel at setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and managing professional audio, lighting, video, and stage systems in high-pressure environments. I bring strong technical leadership, a proactive problem-solving approach, and a track record of delivering complex live productions and theatre refurbishments from concept through execution. I’ve led international projects and major festivals, coached emerging professionals, and collaborated with artists, venues, and production teams to ensure seamless, safe, and high-quality outcomes.

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I’m Audrey Megan Holder, a senior Audio-Visual Technician and Event Technology Specialist based in Howick, KwaZulu-Natal. With over 30 years of experience across theatre, live events, touring, corporate AV, and venue installations, I excel at setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and managing professional audio, lighting, video, and stage systems in high-pressure environments.

I bring strong technical leadership, a proactive problem-solving approach, and a track record of delivering complex live productions and theatre refurbishments from concept through execution. I’ve led international projects and major festivals, coached emerging professionals, and collaborated with artists, venues, and production teams to ensure seamless, safe, and high-quality outcomes.

Skills

Experience Level

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Afrikaans

Intermediate

Work Experience

Assistant Project Manager at Greyville Racecourse Sound System Upgrade

January 1, 2025 - Present

Managed local crews and technical logistics for a large-scale venue sound system upgrade. Oversaw speaker installation and long-distance cable infrastructure throughout the facility. Coordinated installation workflows to minimize disruption to venue operations.

AV & Technical Manager at St Anne’s Diocesan College

January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025

Managed all technical operations across theatre and performance venues. Oversaw audio, lighting, projection, staging, and live event systems. Coordinated productions, conferences, and large-scale school events. Managed technical maintenance schedules, budgeting, and infrastructure upgrades. Served as Health & Safety Officer for performance and technical environments. Co-developed and facilitated professional development programmes for emerging event audio professionals in South Africa. Delivered practical technical training in live sound workflows, troubleshooting, signal flow, and console operation.

Technical Consultant – Theatre Refurbishment Projects at KwaZulu-Natal – Theatre Refurbishment Projects

January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025

Planned and oversaw theatre refurbishment and upgrade projects. Managed flybar replacements, lighting infrastructure upgrades, and stage curtain systems. Ensured compliance with SANS regulations and venue safety standards.

Technical Consultant – New Theatre Development at Durban, KwaZulu-Natal – New Theatre Development

January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024

Led technical consultancy for the design and development of a new 300-seat theatre. Coordinated architectural, electrical, and acoustic planning requirements. Worked alongside acousticians and contractors to optimise performance functionality.

Technical Consultant & Live Events Technician at Self-employed / South Africa & International

January 1, 2010 - Present

Delivered integrated AV solutions for corporate events, theatre productions, festivals, and live entertainment environments. Managed technical coordination across audio, lighting, staging, and presentation systems to ensure seamless event delivery. Independently prepared and operated professional audio systems for concerts, live events, and theatre productions. Managed full technical setup including digital and analog consoles, microphone systems, cabling, and PA tuning. Coordinated directly with artists, production teams, and venue staff to adapt to changing production requirements. Led warehouse preparation and technical logistics to ensure efficient deployment and event execution.