Sam loves bringing technology to life in unique and challenging ways. His career in AV and automation started in 2004, working on marine entertainment and lighting control systems for a leading superyacht manufacturer. His expertise in this field took him across Europe, Asia and America and he has designed and run some of the largest marine automation projects this country has seen.

Over the last twenty-plus years Sam has been an Installer, Project Manager, System Designer and Programmer for projects on and off the water.

Outside of work, Sam is an avid Warriors supporter.

Darian started in the audio industry as a teenager, following his passion for audio and electronics. After working for some of New Zealand’s largest sound companies he headed overseas on his OE, spending seven years in London as a freelance AV and Project Manager. It was here that he got exposure to large-scale automation, live Sound and DSP Programming.

Returning to NZ in 2005, Darian re-entered the local AV industry, joining one of New Zealand’s most acclaimed AV companies where he met Sam. Working as a team, they designed and delivered several globally recognised projects prior to starting Avid.

Outside of work, Darian enjoys making art out of electronics and carpentry.