International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney has activated its AV Graduate Program for the fifth time with seven recruits, the highest ever number of AV professionals joining the venue’s ranks following completion of their tertiary education courses.

The program provides unparalleled vocational training and development opportunities for emerging technical professionals and access to industry-leading equipment following the venue’s continuous investment and inventory upgrades.

“In step with trending attendee expectations for human-centric event technology outlined in our RESPECT: Shaping Events for Success report, ICC Sydney is committed to creating innovative events that connect with audiences of today and into the future,” ICC Sydney chief executive officer and ASM Global (APAC) group director – convention centres Geoff Donaghy says.

“Our AV graduates play a pivotal role in this, they gain invaluable experience delivering exciting events to best practice and grow their careers as they are mentored by seasoned AV professionals while helping us to future proof events of tomorrow.”

Through the year-long initiative, the graduates are exposed to hundreds of international, national and local business and entertainment events, from conventions, exhibitions, banquets to concerts, working across all areas of ICC Sydney’s leading AV and production services spanning audio, lighting, vision, rigging, staging and digital event solutions.

As an employer of choice, ICC Sydney invests in the professional development of its team members who can participate in more than 3,000 courses delivered through ASM Global’s Academy of Extraordinary and in conjunction with external providers such as the Australian Institute of Management, International Association of Convention Centres, American Chamber of Commerce Global Leadership Academy and the Venue Management Association.