09/29/2025
The California chapter of USITT, in collaboration with Disney Live Entertainment, hosted Exploring Career Paths in Live & Themed Entertainment at Cal State Fullerton, drawing over 300 attendees. We had an incredible panel session, Sound Decisions: Building Systems and Careers in Theatre and Themed Entertainment, in which we dived into the world of audio design—from immersive theme park experiences to traditional theatre setups. Our panelists shared not only technical insights on system design but also candid advice on navigating the industry, leveraging transferable skills, and applying for roles outside one’s comfort zone.
Huge thanks to our moderator, Robyn Bykofsky, Training & Education Manager, Meyer Sound and our amazing panelists, Richard Bugg, Digital Products Solutions Architect, Meyer Sound, Brian Hsieh, Principal Sound Designer, DnB Design, Michael Ho**er, Sound Design Professor, UC Irvine, and JD Damacion, Audio System Designer, Disney Live Entertainment for sharing their expertise and experience with future live sound industry professionals.