Sterling renews Safe Contractor Accreditation

Sterling Event Group are pleased to announce the renewal of their Safe Contractor accreditation.

This highly respected accreditation recognises that they are fully competent and operating to the highest of health & safety procedures which meet all industry standards. Something that is paramount more than ever now within the live events industry.

Contact the team today to see how they can help with Virtual Events.

Sterling expands new virtual studio spaces and offering

Sterling Event Group have expanded their virtual event space – Sterling Studio. Launched in March, the original Sterling Studio has proved popular with agencies and clients alike and due to client requirements their offering has now been expanded to include a number of new spaces and packages, which incorporate everything you would need from a venue for your event and a trustworthy AV setup.

  • STUDIO A

Purpose built studio facility, based around an impressive 11.5m wide curved high resolution LED screen as a digital backdrop, offering the ability to create bespoke settings for every event.

  • STUDIO B

A smaller yet highly flexible studio with a central LED screen digital backdrop, twin side screens and colour changeable set lighting, this facility offers a professional setting for a wide range of presentations.

  • STUDIO +

This solution is the hire of Studios A&B together. It allows for breakout space cuts or for different segments of an event such as a keynote address then a fireside chat.

  • STUDIO LITE

A smaller alternative, suited for a single person delivering content to camera. With a 2.5m x 2.5m digital LED backdrop for bespoke content, along with one 55inch screen set to the side. Basic AV setup included.

Not all events may require or be able to have presenters live from the Studio spaces, for example presenters based overseas or in locations with restrictions or limitations. This solution offers a more slick produced event than a simple zoom call. With the ability to overlay webcam feeds, and manipulate layouts, your virtual event can benefit from a professional look. Presenter kits can be sent out to increase quality where required.

 

The Studio spaces also house two purpose built dressing room spaces along with a waiting area with seating and refreshments, available for speakers and organisers to hire separately ahead of their studio time. Beyond the Studios, Sterling can also support with a variety of additional services such as live stream hosting, custom event website builds, registration platforms and audience engagement tools.

Contact the team today to discuss your next Virtual Event.

Manchester Cathedral Turns Blue for NHS Staff & Key Workers

Manchester Cathedral is teaming up with one of its long-standing event production partners, Sterling Event Group, to illuminate the façade of the magnificent building in a blue hue in a show of solidarity and support for NHS staff and Key Workers who are going above and beyond to support our communities at this difficult time.

Richard Bowden, Managing Director at Sterling said “We wanted to show our support as a company for the magnificent work our NHS and key workers are doing in the battle against Covid-19. We have a great partnership with Manchester Cathedral and its work in the community. As a stunning landmark in the heart of our city we are very privileged to be able to illuminate it.”

The Dean of Manchester, the Very Reverend Rogers Govender said “At this very difficult time for Greater Manchester, our nation and the world, we are pleased to show our support to our NHS our Emergency Services and all the key workers who are on the front line in this global emergency by illuminating the Cathedral in blue. This building has been at the heart of our city in good times and bad for hundreds of years in support of all in our communities. This place reminds us that God in Christ is present with us at all times and will not abandon humanity especially when there is so much pain and grief in our midst’

The switch-on will take place at 2000 (8pm) as we Clap for Our Carers on Thursday 16th April, 2020 at Manchester Cathedral, Victoria St, Manchester M3 1SX.