About AV500
A community of AV professionals sharing knowledge, tools, and opportunities.
Our Mission
AV500 exists to bring audiovisual professionals together. Whether you're a seasoned system designer, a field tech, a programmer, or just getting started in the industry — this is your community.
We believe the AV industry thrives when people share what they know. That means open discussions about design challenges, honest reviews of the tools we use every day, and resources that make our work better.
AV500.io is the practical side of that mission — a growing collection of calculators, references, and utilities built specifically for AV designers that save you time on real projects.
About the Founder
Rupert Brown
Founder, AV500
Rupert is an AV industry professional with deep experience in system design, integration, and the technology that drives modern audiovisual installations. He founded AV500 to create the kind of community and resource hub he wished existed when he was coming up in the industry.
His goal is simple: make it easier for AV professionals to do great work. That means building tools that solve real problems, fostering honest conversations about the industry, and creating a space where people at every level can learn and grow.