The Power Behind Your Next Event

HDAV is a creative technical audio-visual company, run by industry-understanding New Zealand management and highly experienced audio-visual technicians. We provide a full audio-visual service, offering state-of-the-art Audio-Visual equipment. We will deliver an AV system that surpasses your expectations.  

Give your event the X Factor

We’ve all been to an event that was mediocre, where the audience fidgets or yawns and can’t wait to leave. And we’ve all been to an event that was such an amazing experience it compelled us to give it our full attention. Sure, you can carefully plan your event so it runs without a hitch. But to make it truly amazing, you need an X factor… which is the difference HDAV makes.

 

Surprise and delight your audience

We make events rewarding for the audience. We add in the anticipation, surprise and delight… and we add in the fun. We’ll give your audience an engaging experience they will talk about weeks, months, even years later. You see, we sell magic. And we have some for you. That’s why, we want to be ‘the power behind your next event’.

 

Meet our Core Team

The HDAV team is a group of experienced, enthusiastic Audio Visual professionals who love what they do. Meet our core team members.

MAT MORGAN

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CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Born and raised in New Zealand, Mat has been working in the Audio Visual industry for more than 20 years. Mat is passionate about new and emerging technology and delivering exciting, flawless events for clients that wow audiences. “This is my passion,” says Mat. Event technology is what I love doing – it runs through my veins”.

As Creative Director, Mat works alongside clients to create their vision, and then deliver it to the highest standard.

When Mat is not working, he spends time with his wife and young daughter and occasionally gets out for a fish.

STU FINCH

SENIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER

Stu Finch is an accomplished audio-visual technician with over 25 years of experience in the industry. He is widely recognized for his expertise in live sound and video production and has worked on countless projects ranging from small-scale events to large concerts and festivals.

Stu's career began in the late 1990s when he landed his first job as a Video-Wall technician for Auckland Based Monaco Corporation. Within 2 years Stu and a partner had created their own video-wall company (Vision Cubed Ltd) and had begun running their first successful events business. It’s this business that allowed Stu to not only hone his skills in live events operation but also in client relations and the running of a business.

After selling Vision Cubed in 2004 Stu took some time off to travel and explore new opportunities. But his passion for audio-visual technology and live production soon led him back to NZ and the industry he loved. After a few years as an independent Contractor working for many of the leading companies in NZ he founded his second business, Elixir Events Ltd (2009-2023).

Elixir Events was an Audio visual hire and Event production company that produced high-end events for clients nationwide.

Elixir has designed and implemented everything from product activations and corporate conferences to large-scale awards shows for over a thousand people, Street festivals and small concerts were also a staple.

When HDAV acquired Elixir Events in early 2023 Stu Became a senior account manager and is looking forward to fostering relationships with all of our existing clients and is just as eager to create new ones.

DANIEL COSTELLO

TECHNICIAN

Daniel Costello is a highly skilled live events technician with a specialisation in sound technology. With over fifteen years of experience in the industry, he has worked on countless events, from small private functions to large-scale concerts and festivals. Daniel's expertise in sound technology has made him a sought-after professional in the field, and he has a reputation for exceeding clients' expectations.

In addition to his work as a live events technician, Daniel is also an accomplished guitarist. His love of music and music technology has driven him to pursue a deep understanding of sound, both in live settings and in the studio. His passion for music has led him to explore new ways to incorporate his technical and creative expertise into live events.

Daniel has a keen eye for design and an intuitive understanding of how to use technology to create compelling audio-visual experiences.

Daniel Costello is a consummate professional who is committed to excellence. With a diverse range of skills and unwavering dedication to the craft, Daniel is a trusted addition to any event where clients demand only the best.

NATHANAEL BROWN

Nethaniel HDAV

TECHNICIAN

Nathanael’s diverse skill set and extensive experience in event lighting, sound, and rigging make him a valuable asset to the HDAV team. Nathanael’s passion for the industry and long-standing commitment to developing his expertise and strong work ethic shows his dedication to delivering high-quality results

Knowledge:

Expertise in event lighting design and operation using advanced software platforms such as MA2, MA3, and Onyx.

Experience in live sound mixing for bands and theatre productions, including complex digital patching.

Strong rigging skills ranging from basic to complex truss designs and structures.

Extensive knowledge of theatre and live band production, demonstrating versatility in different types of events.

Experience:

Over 10 years of volunteer experience in the events industry, starting at the age of 13.

Began working in the industry professionally at the age of 17 with a paid casual job.

Has worked on a range of events, including music festivals, corporate events, theatre productions, and concerts.

Has experience working with a variety of equipment, from conventional lighting to moving heads and LED fixtures, as well as various sound systems and rigging equipment.

AIDAN SHARPE

Aidan Sharpe HDAV

TECHNICIAN

Aidan Sharpe is an experienced audio-visual technician with a focus on live streaming and live video production. He has been working in the industry for five years, and during that time has honed his skills in setting up and managing live streams, ensuring the quality of live video productions, and providing high-quality audio-visual solutions to a number of high-profile clients.

Aidan's strong work ethic and attention to detail have made him a sought-after technician for live events. He strives for perfection in every project he works on, ensuring that the audio and visual elements are of the highest quality. With his deep understanding of the technology and equipment required to produce seamless and engaging live content, Aidan is a valuable asset to any team seeking to deliver high-quality live events."