Illuminating Excellence
Boston College High School

Illuminating Excellence

For BC High’s Illuminating Excellence campaign kickoff, our live production team was tasked with creating a stunning finale to leave donors inspired and energized. This culminated in a dramatic lighting display that illuminated the school’s main building on cue with a film playing at the event across the street, symbolizing the campaign’s vision of excellence and growth. Through careful planning, cutting-edge equipment, and flawless execution, we transformed the campaign’s theme into a breathtaking live moment.

Objective

The event’s key goal was to create a memorable and symbolic moment to capstone the campaign kickoff. Our role was to:

  1. Design and Execute a Live Lighting Display: Illuminate the facade of BC High’s main building to visually embody the campaign theme.
  2. Ensure Seamless Integration with Event Flow: Coordinate the lighting activation with the president’s gesture in the film during the event, ensuring perfect timing and impact.

Approach

1. Equipment and Setup:
To achieve the brilliance and precision required for the display, we deployed six 1200-watt LED lighting fixtures, each carefully positioned to evenly illuminate the building’s facade. These were powered by two primary generators, with additional backup generators on hand to ensure uninterrupted performance. The equipment was tested and calibrated for maximum visual impact, with attention to the school’s architectural details.

2. Real-Time Monitoring:
To synchronize the lighting with the event taking place across the street, we utilized Teradek wireless video technology, providing our team with a live feed of the event space. This allowed us to coordinate precisely with the film, ensuring the lighting display activated at the exact right moment.

3. Execution:
As the president gestured toward the building, our team flawlessly activated the lighting display. The facade of BC High’s main building was instantly illuminated in a stunning wash of light, symbolizing the campaign’s theme, “Illuminating Excellence.” The seamless integration of technical expertise and creative vision ensured the moment was as awe-inspiring as it was meaningful.

Results

1. Captivating the Audience:
The lighting display became the highlight of the event, leaving attendees in awe and amplifying the emotional impact of the campaign.

2. Supporting Fundraising Success:
The unforgettable finale played a key role in inspiring donors, contributing to one of BC High’s most successful fundraising efforts.

3. Demonstrating Expertise:
This project showcased our live production team’s ability to execute high-stakes, technically complex events with precision and creativity.

The Illuminating Excellence project exemplifies the power of live production to elevate an event. By combining technical innovation, careful planning, and creative execution, we helped BC High create a moment that symbolized its future and inspired unparalleled generosity. Our team’s ability to integrate seamlessly with the event’s flow ensured a flawless and impactful experience.

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