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A Year In Review
Haute Media 2022: A Year in Review
The year 2022 was definitely one year for the books, thanks to our talented team and amazing clients! Our Haute Media team had the opportunity to capture event photography and videography for some once-in-a-lifetime events and make incredible memories that we will cherish forever! Here is a look at our Haute Media 2022: A Year in Review, highlighting a few of our most memorable moments from this past year!
Ice-T at Raising Cane’s
In June, in honor of National Iced Tea Day, Raising Cane’s hosted a very special event. Ice-T, the legendary musician and “Law and Order: SVU” star, donned a Raising Cane’s uniform to interact with and serve customers as a fun surprise! Not only did Ice-T make and serve fresh Iced Tea, but guests were able to watch the Actor in action while he filmed a commercial for the popular fast-food company. Ice-T was also happy to take customer orders at the cash register and drive-thru window, and pose for many photo ops! It was an irreproducible moment for not only guests, but our Haute Media team as we got to witness the delight on all the customer’s faces. Not only are these moments special for us, but the photos are extremely valuable to Raising Cane’s as a brand who were able to utilize the images in marketing campaigns and publish on social media!
Elvis Movie Premiere – Harkins Hunka Burnin’ Love Party!
June was a busy month with our Haute Media Team also having the incredible opportunity to photograph a special screening party of the new Elvis movie at Harkins Theatres in Scottsdale, featuring a surprise appearance from the leading-man, Austin Butler, and director, Baz Luhrmann, themselves! As soon as Baz and Austin stepped into the theater, the crowd went wild and we could not wait to capture photos of these two and the ecstatic fans! We were pretty star-struck ourselves and we couldn’t help falling in love with these two.. We love looking back on these incredible images and remembering what an amazing day that was!
OBAP 2022 ReYOUnion Conference
In August, our Haute Media team captured photography and videography at the Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals (OBAP) 46th Annual ReYOUnion Conference. OBAP creates pathways to success through educating youth, communities, and professionals; with the vision of “shaping an aerospace industry as diverse as the people we serve.” The three-day conference was held here in Phoenix at the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass to recognize 46 years of OBAP history and salute those leading the way for the future! The event included a social mixer, gala, professional headshot station (set up and ran by yours truly), and a special guest appearance by the United States Secretary for the Department of Transportation, Pete Buttigieg. Our Haute Media team was honored to work with such an incredible organization!
Sub-Zero, Wolf and Cove 2019-2021 Kitchen Design Contest Summit & Gala
In October, we were fortunate enough to pack our bags and head to Nashville, Tennessee; where our Haute Media team captured photos for the Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove: 2019-2021 Kitchen Design Contest Summit and Gala. The Summit and Gala were held to highlight and honor the pioneering professionals, who with their outstanding creativity and dedication that have pushed the boundaries of kitchen design! The three-day event was a balance of both work and play with an awards dinner & gala plus excursions into the Heart of Music City! Our Haute Media team traveled alongside the Kitchen Design Contest finalists to the beautiful Cheekwood Estate and Gardens, the historic Belle Meade Planation, the iconic Graystone Quarry, and the world-famous Grand Ole Opry! Capturing these sights were definitely some of our top highlights of 2022!
STAFDA Annual Convention & Trade Show
In November, our Haute Media team also traveled to San Diego to capture photography for the Specialty Tools & Fasteners Distributors Association’s (STAFDA) 46th Annual Convention and Trade Show. STAFDA represents the best companies and leaders in the construction/industrial supply chain. Their 46th Annual Convention and Trade Show was a three-day event with highlights that included an opening party at the San Diego Zoo; educational workshops from seasoned economist, Alan Beaulieu; and wilderness adventurer, Bear Grylls, as the keynote speaker! Our Haute Media team loves to travel to capture photography and videography for events, and it was such a treat to see all of the memories they made during their travels. We have loved working with STAFDA for many years and can’t wait to see where they travel to next in 2023!
We could not have had such an incredible year without our talented Haute Media team and amazing partners!
Visit www.HautePhotoVideo.com to learn more about all of the photo, video, and digital services we offer.
We can’t wait to work with you in this new year and provide all your event photography and videography needs in 2023!
Hidden Gems In Phoenix
Hidden Gems In Phoenix
As a premier, full service media production company, Haute Media has been fortunate to capture first-hand over hundreds of corporate and community events throughout the Phoenix Valley. With over 14 years of providing our expertise in event photography and videography to small and large businesses across Arizona, we know how to spot a true “hidden gem” of Phoenix. Haute Media was thrilled to collaborate with Redfin to participate in their featured article highlighting hidden gems in Phoenix, from local restaurants and cafes to vintage shops and unique attractions.
Thank you, Ryan Castillo with Redfin for the awesome opportunity to share one of our favorite hidden gems, the Phoenix Art Museum!
Known as the largest art museum in the southwestern United States, Phoenix Art Museum has featured world-class exhibitions for over 60 years. Our team at Haute Media has partnered with Phoenix Art Museum for over 10 years to capture their events and collections from around the world. Phoenix Art Museum is a cherished hidden gem here in the Valley and we love photographing their annual galas and community events.
Scroll down to read more about Phoenix Art Museum and some other treasured Phoenix gems in Redfin’s article, 17 Hidden Gems in Phoenix You Need to Check Out and visit www.HautePhotoVideo.com to learn more about our services and view our amazing event galleries!
Secrets Revealed: 17 Hidden Gems In Phoenix You Need To Check Out
July 20, 2022 by Ryan Castillo
There are many fun activities to do in Phoenix, AZ, from visiting the Musical Instrument Museum to watching an Arizona Cardinals game. It’s clear that living in Phoenix comes with many perks and unique activities. However, if you are looking for something that is more under-the-radar, figuring out what to do can be a challenge. That’s why we reached out to locals to give us their favorite hidden gems of Phoenix. Whether you’re renting an apartment downtown or just moved into a ranch style house in Camelback East, read on to see what secret spots you need to check out.
Hidden Gem Locations To Check Out While In Phoenix
1. Arizona Capitol Museum and Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza
The Arizona Capitol Museum showcases the history and culture of Arizona. There are many interactive educational exhibits that focus on the evolution of Arizona from a territory to a state. Across the way is the Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza which is an urban park and gathering space.
Spirit of Arizona Tours shares, “My favorite hidden gem in Phoenix would have to be the Arizona Capitol Museum and Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza across the street. It’s no longer the active State Capitol but is now a free museum. The exhibits inside are very unique to Arizona’s story. Right across the street, you have the Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza filled with all kinds of memorials from various wars and veterans to unique characters in Arizona history.”
2. Phoenix Art Museum
The Phoenix Art Museum houses a multitude of different art forms from the Renaissance to modern art.
“One of our favorite hidden gems in Phoenix is the Phoenix Art Museum,” remarks Haute Media. “This gem features unique public art of all kinds, and we love capturing photography and videography at their events.”
3. Rewind Vintage & Antique
Rewind Vintage & Antique is an awesome Melrose Neighborhood store that has wonderful retro and mid-century decor, vinyl, as well as their own fledgling record label.
“They support and sign local artists and sponsor neighborhood music festivals. The shop is right in the middle of the most colorful hidden gem in Phoenix – a vibrant art district full of murals, street art, funky shops, coffee houses, and restaurants. While most Instagram influencers are told to head to Roosevelt Row for its artistic vibes – Melrose has all that and more,” raves Anjeanette Photography.
4. Desert Botanical Gardens
The Desert Botanical Gardens is the perfect place for date night or a simple stroll due to its lush desert scenery and eclectic food and drink.
Thomas Shull remarks, “As an Arizona wedding photographer my favorite hidden gem is Desert Botanical Gardens. It’s centrally located, provides easy access to some of the most beautiful desert plants and landscapes in Arizona, and its restaurant Gertrude’s is a local favorite.”
Hidden Gem Hiking Trails In Phoenix You Need To Try
5. Hidden Valley Trail via Mormon Trail
Hidden Valley Trail via Mormon Trail offers unique tunnels, waterfalls, and breathtaking views.
“One of my favorite hikes is Mormon Trail to Hidden Valley in Phoenix South Mountain Park,” says AZ Wonders. “The moderate 3.4-mile hike features a cool rock tunnel, ancient petroglyphs, and great views of the city.”
6. The Sonoran Desert Nature Loop Trail
Regarded as a moderate trail, the Sonoran Desert Nature Loop Trail is perfect for those whole love to hike or bike. Make sure to give yourself a lot of time as it can take around 5 hours to complete.
“The Sonoran Desert Nature Loop Trail is a must-do, family-friendly outdoor activity in Phoenix Arizona. The easy-to-traverse paths weave through breathtaking cacti that are as enormous as they are beautiful. As you explore the Sonoran Desert Nature Loop trail, educational placards help give context and interesting information about the amazing botanical sculptures of the desert. This easy and accessible hike is a great chance to learn about the flora and fauna of a diverse and beautiful region,” raves Carefree Covered RV Storage.
7. Dobbins Lookout at South Mountain
Dobbins Lookout provides breathtaking views of the city. It’s an easy hike for those who don’t want to walk much while still providing stunning scenery.
“One of my favorite hidden gems is Dobbins Lookout at South Mountain,” shares Fearless Elopement. “As a phoenix wedding photographer, I’m always looking for beautiful places I can take my couples to. The lookout closes at 7 pm, but the exit gate won’t close until 11 pm so you can stay up there later and watch the beautiful cityscape and all the cool lights.”
8. Phon D Sutton Recreation Area
Phon D Sutton Recreation area is the perfect place to find a number of different hiking trails that are sure to excite you. You can get everything from river views by checking out the Lower Salt River Nature Trail to stunning hillsides by hiking the Phon D Sutton Loop.
“Since we are photographers, we’re always searching for beautiful outdoor locations that are unique. One of our favorites is Phon D Sutton Recreation Area, right on the Salt River. It has amazing views, towering cacti, easy hiking trails, and wild horses,” boasts Joy and Ben Photography.
9. Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area
Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area hosts a number of hiking trails, different cacti species, and numerous animals. There is a small entry fee, however, locals are eligible for an annual pass.
“We stumbled across Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area in Cave Creek,” notes Blair Ballin Realtor. “Much to our surprise, there are multiple trails there. One of which has a beautiful stream going through it called the Jewel of the Desert and also The Metate Trail where you can find a metate. Both are amazing, and we always look forward to visiting Spur Cross.”
Hidden Gem Eats You Need To Try In And Around Phoenix
10. Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery is a popular breakfast chain restaurant that aims to make the breakfast experience into a party. The chain has restaurants across different states like Georgia, California, Colorado, and Arizona, among others.
“Snooze, an A.M. Eatery is the perfect place to grab weekend brunch with friends and family,” raves Kelly Dodge, Co-Founder of Home & Jet. “This Denver-based breakfast spot has locations scattered across Arizona such as Scottsdale and Tempe, but no location is cooler than the historical Circles Records Building in Downtown Phoenix.”
If you are looking for something sweet, Kelly recommends trying the OMG! French Toast or Signature Pancake Flight which consists of pineapple upside down, blueberry danish, and sweet potato pancakes. If your palette prefers something savory, she recommends the Barbacoa Chile Verde Benny or the Snooze Breakfast Burrito.
11. Old Town Tavern
Located in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale, Old Town Tavern offers great live entertainment, a stellar bar, and outdoor patio space.
“My favorite hidden gem in Scottsdale for live music is Old Town Tavern, or as us locals call it OTT, remarks Margie Van Zee of Bella Palazzo. “It is a small, neighborhood-friendly establishment that has live bands every day. They also have misters in the summer to help beat the heat.”
12. Virtù Honest Craft
Led by Chef Gio Osso, Virtù Honest Craft offers Mediterranean-style food that rotates weekly giving frequent patrons a unique experience every time they dine.
“My hidden gem is the restaurant Virtù Honest Craft in Scottsdale,” shares The Jet Set Life. “Virtù Honest Craft is an exquisite hidden gem of a restaurant nestled in the Bespoke Inn Scottsdale Bed and Breakfast. It’s an intimate, white-tablecloth Mediterranean restaurant with outdoor seating underneath twinkling candles and string lights. Fire and water features make the courtyard feel magical. Not only is the setting spectacular, but the food is incredible, serving a prix fixe award-winning menu that often changes daily.”
13. Valentine
“The hidden gem that stands out to me the most is Valentine, a charming, New-American, Southwestern restaurant that offers delicious brunch and dinner, and has a sultry speakeasy bar attached. There’s a relaxed outdoor patio if you’re craving warmth from the sun while drinking an iced oat honey latte, but if you’re looking for something moodier, check out the chic, dimly lit speakeasy bar with creative concoctions,” says ChiVeg.
She also notes that she was blown away by their dinner menu which consisted of al pastor mushrooms with mole, a Sonoran pretzel, and their house-made tagliarini with elote-style corn.
14. Frashers Tavern
Arizona Boating & Watersports boasts, “Frashers Tavern is indeed a hidden gem. This local favorite is reminiscent of vintage steak houses, including wood and leather decor, decorative memorabilia, stellar service, and great steaks. The bar, main dining room, and outside dining area are supervised daily by the owner George Frasher. The personal touches here elicit an ‘I-belong-here’ atmosphere.”
The restaurant offers an expansive meat menu including filet mignon, ribeye steak, prime rib, and rack of lamb.
15. Lom Wong
Having just opened a few months ago in downtown Phoenix, Lom Wong has burst onto the foodie scene with its outstanding Thai food and hospitality.
TEXAZTASTE shares that “Co-owner Alex Martin spent several years living in Thailand, where he met his wife, Yotaka, and together they are churning out some of the best food Phoenix has to offer. Many of the dishes have been in Yotaka’s family for generations, and a few not to miss include the Yam Mamuang Boran (green mango salad with torn shrimp) and the Kaeng Phet Charinda (beef shank with curry paste).”
16. Rokerij and Richardson’s
Rokerij is housed in a beautiful stone house and offers an intimate setting complete with dim lighting, a fireplace, booths, and a copper-topped bar. Richardson’s offers a unique atmosphere with cozy booths, tiles, and southwestern art.
“One of my favorite local dining spots that always comes to mind is Rokerij and Richardson’s in North Central Phoenix,” notes Living in Phoenix AZ. “Rokerij and Richardson’s are sister restaurants located in the same location and specialize in New Mexican fare. Some of my favorite go-to’s are the Carne Adovada, Bacon Wrapped Grilled Shrimp, New Mexico Enchiladas, and the Surf and Turf.”
17. Flower Child
Flower Child makes made-from-scratch food as well as customizable bowls, wraps, and salads.
“My favorite hidden gem in Phoenix is the Flower Child restaurant. Not only is the food amazing, but it is also a healthy and organic restaurant. My favorite meals there are the Organic Kale Salad with Shrimp and Forbidden Rice with Chicken,” boasts James Templeton, founder of The Templeton List, an interactive guide to the healthiest restaurants in America.
Best Event Photography in Phoenix
Best Event Photography in Phoenix
Best Event Photography in Phoenix – Haute Media is a highly experienced team of professionals providing media production services across Arizona and worldwide!
From smaller gatherings to large-scale productions, we provide award-winning event photography!
Our team of professional event photographers are based in Phoenix, AZ and travel worldwide to capture various corporate and community events. We specialize in corporate events including Conventions, Conferences, Trade Shows, Award Ceremonies, Team Building and Networking events, you name it! As well as community events including Groundbreakings, Grand Openings and Ribbon Cutting Events, Fundraisers, Galas, and more.
At Haute Media, our mission is to provide the best event photography in Phoenix, delivering an outstanding product and exceptional customer service at every event!
Below are three recent community events Team Haute has photographed around the Valley. You can view the full event galleries and more of our recent events at HautePhotoGallery.com.
Senna House Grand Opening
Senna House is the first hotel to open in Old Town Scottsdale’s Entertainment District in 13 years, since the opening of W Scottsdale in 2008. Senna House, a Curio Collection by Hilton located at 75th Street and Camelback Road, celebrated their grand opening on Tuesday, Dec. 15th. City of Scottsdale Mayor David Ortega celebrated the ribbon cutting with attendees including Senna House and Hilton Curio representatives, Experience Scottsdale representatives and members of the Scottsdale City Council.
Old Town Scottsdale is a favorite spot of ours and we were honored to photograph the event! Check out Senna House and book your next staycation at TheSennaHouse.com.
CitySkate Grand Opening
CitySkate is Phoenix’s real outdoor ice skating rink located at Patriot’s Park inside CityScape in Downtown Phoenix. CitySkate opened for the season and commenced the first skating session with a grand opening celebration the Friday after Thanksgiving on November 26th.
The grand opening celebration featured all kinds of entertainment from Stilt Walkers to Cirque Performers and Rink Performers plus special remarks from Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego & Councilwoman Yassamin Ansari. VIP guests enjoyed an exclusive first skating session before it opened to the public. Ice skating under the stars was a beautiful way to celebrate the season and brought lots of holiday magic to Phoenix for the New Year!
Team Haute was on site for multiple sessions to capture photography, videography and aerial drone footage at CitySakte. Check out this awesome drone highlight video we created from the grand opening event!
Desert Botanical Garden Chihuly Celebration
Desert Botanical Garden celebrated the opening of the Garden’s exhibit “Chihuly in the Desert” by renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. Installations are featured along the Garden’s trails and in Dorrance Hall’s indoor gallery.
The Chihuly Celebration raised funds for Desert Botanical Garden‘s Hazel Hare Center for Plant Science. The event featured entertainment by Pink Martini featuring China Forbes, He Said She Said, Tony Duncan & Urban Electra. Guests enjoyed the concert performances at Sunset Plaza and dancing under the stars.
Leslie Chihuly, wife of Dale Chihuly is pictured below (bottom left) with the Garden’s Executive Director, Ken Schutz.
You have to see this incredible art for yourself! Visit DBG.org to get tickets for the exhibit and view more event photos at HautePhotoVideo.com.
Best Event Photography in Phoenix
Your beautiful events deserve to be documented! For the best event photography in Phoenix, contact Haute Media when you’re planning your next event and we’ll make every detail shine in photos that will last a lifetime!
Impact Coyotes Hockey Team
Impact Coyotes Hockey Team at Peoria SportsPlex in Peoria, AZ
Team Haute recently had the awesome opportunity to work with Arizona’s Premier Roller Hockey Club, AZ Impact Coyotes to capture their team photo, individual headshots, and team apparel at the Peoria SportsPlex arena!
Impact Coyotes Hockey Team
The 2021-2022 AZ Impact Coyotes Hockey Team
Impact Coyotes Hockey Team Official 21-22 Jersey Lineup
The Impact Coyotes Hockey Team has an awesome lineup of 4 different jersey colors/styles for the 2021-2022 season and we can’t decide which is our favorite!
Impact Coyotes Hockey Team – Good Roller Company
While capturing the Impact Coyotes Hockey Team, we worked with Good Roller Co to photograph their latest products! Good Roller Clothing Company makes the highest quality roller hockey based apparel in the world. Check out their latest products, collections, and collaborations at goodroller.co.
Peoria SportsPlex – Home of Arizona Inline Hockey
Peoria SportsPlex is a multi sport indoor arena and the new home of Arizona Inline Hockey. Their full size indoor rink is used for inline hockey, roller derby and roller skating and this arena is also perfect for box lacrosse, futsal and indoor soccer! They also have a multi purpose court used for group fitness, zumba, badminton, pickle ball, basketball, and dodge ball. If you’re interested in using this facility for your practice or events, you can check out all of the facility features at peoriasportsplex.com.
Why Should You Hire A Professional for your Action and Sports Photography
When it comes to representing your sports team or association, you only want the best! To capture the action of any sports team and deliver high quality images that can be used for promotional materials and content to represent your organization, hiring a professional photographer is the only way to go!
Professional high quality images of your team can be used for several marketing purposes including:
- Promote upcoming season, team home and away games
- Highlight your team photo and players on your website homepage
- Share updates and promotional images on social media channels
- Stay connected with your online audience and grow your following
- Use high quality images for print materials, banners, ads, etc.
There are numerous benefits to having professional high quality images of your team and in order to ensure you are getting high quality images, you have to rely on the pros!
Below are three reasons why you should hire Haute Media to capture all your sports photography needs!
1. Reliability
In oder to ensure a stress-free experience for everyone involved, our team of experienced professionals will take care of all the details involved with capturing your sports team photography.
We understand how busy your season schedules are and how important practice time is so we can provide rotating photo stations for convenience and time efficiency. We will create a detailed production schedule with specified time slots for each team member and can provide multiple rotating photo stations if needed.
You can count on us to work closely with you before, during, and after the photoshoot to ensure our final product is exactly what we plan together!
2. Knowledge and Experience
When you hire Haute Media, you are hiring a team of professionals who are experienced with people. Our experienced photographers know how to help subjects feel comfortable in front of the camera and take great pictures.
Getting a group organized for a team photo is never easy and our professional photographers will guide each person in the group to ensure everyone is orgnaized looks their best!
At Haute Media, our top priority is to make your athletes feel comfortable and natural in front of the camera. Our team of professional photographers will help your subjects find their best angles and help make their personality shine in their photos!
3. Quality
We use top-of-the line photography equipment to produce the highest quality images that you will be able to use for print or digital marketing materials. Our professional photographers take their time to make sure each subject is properly lit and posed to look their absolute best!
Following the photoshoot, your athletes will be able to view and select their favorite photos and we can provide additional detailed editing as needed. There is no doubt about it, hiring a professional is worth every penny!
Check out all of the Impact Coyotes Hockey Team photography along with our commercial photography portfolio at www.HautePhotoVideo.com and contact us when you’re ready to schedule your next photoshoot!
Professional Event Photography In Phoenix
Haute Media is the company to call for all of your professional event photography in Phoenix!
Phoenix, Arizona is a prime destination for events and entertainment. Home to some of the largest venues and top attractions in the state, Phoenix is known for successfully hosting major events including conventions, trade shows, festivals and more!
Currently the Phoenix Suns Arena in Downtown Phoenix is hosting the 2021 NBA Championship Finals, now that the Suns have locked in their spot in the series!
At Haute Media, our team of professional photographers specialize in live events and have captured countless corporate, community, and charity events in Phoenix including:
- Groundbreakings and Grand Openings
- Conferences
- Galas and Fundraisers
- Concerts and Festivals
- Conventions and Trade Shows
- Award Ceremonies
- Team Building Activities
- Product Launches
- Brand Activations
- Experiential Events
No matter the occasion, when it comes to live events, hiring a professional event photographer is no question! Here are three benefits you’re guaranteed when you invest in professional event photography in Phoenix.
Experience
Professional event photographers have the experience and necessary skills to know how to best capture your events using optimum lighting techniques and unique angles from every direction.
As professional event photographers, we know how to be unobtrusive while capturing every important photo op! We understand the amount of work that goes into planning your events and our goal is to help you document every detail so you can show it off for years to come!
Equipment
Our highly trained team of professional photographers come prepared for any lighting situation and are always armed with backup equipment. Utilizing professional grade equipment and full frame DSLR cameras, we’ll provide incomparably high-quality images of your event.
Specializing in events and corporate photography, we understand the important shots, how to interact with attendees and where we need to be! With our artistic eye and top-of-the-line equipment, we will capture your events using various techniques, angles, and lenses.
Not to mention, having a professional photographer cover your event will ensure no one is left out of your images!
Quality
There is no comparison when it comes to professional photography. Professional event photography will ensure you stand out from your competition with high-quality visually appealing images that can be used again and again for marketing materials.
People remember visual content. Sharing high-quality event images will generate word of mouth and create more buzz for your business. Plus, professional event photography helps you promote your brand and make you more memorable, building trust and credibility among your audience by showing them who you are and what you have to offer.
Hiring Haute Media for your next event will ensure you are getting a professional experienced photographer with top-of-the-line equipment to capture high-quality images documenting your event. Contact us today at HautePhotoVideo.com and let’s start creating!
Super Bowl Arizona Events – Photography & Videography
Get ready Phoenix, the Super Bowl is coming back to Arizona February 2023!
The NFL and Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee announced that Super Bowl LVII is scheduled to take place on Sunday, February 12, 2023 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. We are just a year and a half away which means it’s time to start planning for 2023 Super Bowl Arizona Events!
Home of the Arizona Cardinals, State Farm Stadium hosted Super Bowl XLII in 2008 (New York Giants v. New England Patriots) and Super Bowl XLIX in 2015 (New England Patriots v. Seattle Seahawks). Super Bowl LVII will be the third Super Bowl held at State Farm Stadium (previously University of Phoenix Stadium), and the fourth Super Bowl to take place in Arizona. Super Bowl XXX was held at Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe in 1996.
Haute Media was selected to participate as event photographers in the 2015 Arizona Super Bowl Business Connect Resource Guide and were featured on the Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee website. We had the incredible opportunity to photograph several amazing events during Super Bowl Week, from celebrity and athlete appearances, to fashion shows, culinary events, concerts and even a few top secret events! Check out these highlights from Super Bowl Week 2015 events in Phoenix and you can view more event photography at hautephotovideo.com.
NFL Off the Field Player’s Wives Association Welcome Reception at SAKS Fifth Avenue – Event Photography
SAKS Fifth Avenue in Biltmore Fashion Park kicked off Arizona Super Bowl Week with the NFL Off the Field Player’s Wives Association during a meet and greet brunch and Super Bowl fashion show!
NFL Business Leadership Forum – Event Photography
It was so great to celebrate with all of the local businesses of the AZ Super Bowl Business Connect Program during Super Bowl Week!
Super Bowl Fan Fest – Event Photography
Every year, ESPN hosts a full week of live events leading up to Super Bowl Sunday. More than 70 events took place during Fan Fest Scottsdale including team appearances, celebrity appearances, concerts, fashion events and much more!
PepsiCo Super Bowl Arizona Events – Event Photography
As the official sponsor of the Super Bowl XLIX Halftime Show (featuring Katy Perry and Lenny Kravitz), Pepsi brought the hype to Phoenix and hosted a number of events during Super Bowl Week including:
- Pepsi “Hyped for Halftime Stage” at Verizon Super Bowl Central including performances by Snoop Dogg and Zac Brown Band
- PepsiCo Party at the Phoenix Art Museum including the “Rookie of the Year” Award Presentation
- Super Bowl Central presentation ceremony to the San Francisco Host Committee for Super Bowl 50
Big Game, Big Give – Event Photography
The Big Game, Big Give is an annual fundraising event held in the Super Bowl host city each year. Presented by The Giving Back Fund and celebrity host, Mark Wahlberg, the 2015 Big Game, Big Give event was held at a private estate in Paradise Valley, AZ
In addition, Team Haute photographed the Global Events Celebrity Flag Football Game, the Super Bowl Central Media Party, Macy’s Super Bowl Events and Tanger Outlets Events during Super Bowl Week. It was an unforgettable experience for Team Haute and we can’t wait to see what’s in store for Super Bowl LVII in 2023! Contact us when you’re ready to start planning your Super Bowl Arizona Events and subscribe at HautePhotoVideo.com to receive more updates!
Virtual Event Video Production: 3 Secrets to Success
Virtual event video production has become increasingly popular over the past year. For event planners, corporate professionals, and business owners, it is important to understand how to utilize professional video production to enhance your overall event experience.
At Haute Media, we recently had the amazing opportunity to work with The Scottsdale Charros to produce the 2021 Scottsdale Charros Virtual Education Awards. The Scottsdale Charros are a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting students, teachers and schools within the Scottsdale Unified School District. The Scottsdale Charros believe that “education is the cornerstone of any community and proudly celebrate Scottsdale’s best and brightest during the Scottsdale Charros Education Awards.“
Every year, The Scottsdale Charros recognize one specially selected teacher from each SUSD school as Outstanding Educators of the Year. Additionally, an Outstanding Male and Outstanding Female Student of the Year are recognized from the Class of 2021 at each school, as well as SUSD School Nurses and High School Athletes of the Year.
It was an honor to work with The Scottsdale Charros to produce their first ever virtual event! You can view the full virtual event live stream recording at the link below. Continue reading to learn our 3 secrets to successful virtual event video production and how we incorporated these techniques in the Scottsdale Charros Virtual Event.
Every event is different. When it comes to virtual events especially, a little extra planning and production can transform your ordinary virtual meeting into a unique online event experience! The production quality of your virtual event will reflect the professionalism of your business and importance of your event. Poor audio/visual components can negatively impact the energy of your event. Successful event planners hire professional videographers to handle their virtual event video production to ensure a seamless production process and a polished presentation for the final event. Here are three ways professionals utilize video production to enhance virtual events…
Virtual Event Video Production: Secret to Success #1 – Get Creative With Pre-Recorded Video!
Exciting content and inspiring speakers are key to a successful virtual event. Pre-recorded video production provides endless creativity when it comes to content and delivery. Utilizing pre-recorded video offers flexibility in scheduling multiple speakers to participate in your virtual event, either remotely or in-person. It also gives you the ability to record high-quality video of your speakers in multiple locations, which provides even more exciting visual content to keep your audience engaged!
Combining exciting locations and inspiring guest speakers such as community leaders or local athletes is guaranteed to keep your audience engaged. For The Scottsdale Charros Virtual Event, we pre-recorded several speaker segments in various locations that reflected the theme of the event. We filmed at three relevant locations including Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, Grand Canyon University, and Gateway Trailhead at McDowell Sonoran Preserve in North Scottsdale. A few of the guest speakers we pre-recorded include:
- City of Scottsdale Mayor David Ortega
- Arizona Cardinals Wide Receiver, Christian Kirk
- SUSD Superintendent, Dr. Scott Menzel
- Grand Canyon University President, Brian Mueller
- Scottsdale Community College Interim President, Chris Haines
- Arcadia High School Teacher and Past Future Teacher Scholarship Recipient, Elizabeth Halvorson
Secret to Success #2 – Choose the Right Platform to Engage Your Audience!
Virtual events are a great way to deliver your message to a much larger audience and offer global networking opportunities in real time. To ensure a successful virtual event, rely on professional video producers to use the right hosting platform and streaming software to broadcast your live virtual event while keeping your audience engaged.
Features of virtual event platforms that enhance audience engagement include Live Polls, Q&A Discussions, Chat Boxes, and more! Enabling the live audience chat feature during The Scottsdale Charros virtual event allowed viewers from all over the country to tune in and communicate with other event participants.
Secret to Success #3 – Promote Your Event With Professional Video Production!
The success of any event is directly related to the amount of marketing you put into promoting your event. Professional video production is a great tool to market and advertise your events! An effective way to promote your events through video is utilizing clips from pre-recorded video production to share on your website and social media to make your audience aware and excited about your event.
Social media integration is also a fantastic way to promote networking and grow your following during and after your event. With the right virtual event platform, we can stream your events to multiple channels including Vimeo, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and more!
Another awesome promotional feature is live graphics which we can incorporate in pre-production or add in real time during your live stream. During the Scottsdale Charros Virtual Event, we incorporated graphics and branding throughout to keep their audience entertained and promote the different event elements.
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Continue reading4 Tips For Planning A Successful Corporate Event
Planning a successful corporate event is a great responsibility that requires plenty of preparation. Corporate events range from conferences, trade shows and conventions to award ceremonies, networking, team building events and more. Whether you’re hosting a large incentive reward retreat or an exclusive company gathering, here are 4 great tips that will help you succeed in planning any corporate event!
Choose A Fun Theme
In the early stages of planning your corporate event, it is important to select a unique theme that will reflect your brand and resonate with your guests.
Select a theme based around your event objective and make it memorable by incorporating creative decor, pops of color, festive food and drinks, and of course your logos and branding.
If you’re hosting a corporate party or team building event, consider a Casino Night or a Western Barnyard BBQ!
Pick A Great Location
In addition to themes and decor, another important element in planning your corporate event is choosing the perfect location!
Phoenix is home to some incredible event venues including a wide variety of large resorts, the Phoenix Convention Center and smaller spaces for exclusive corporate gatherings.
When choosing a location or booking a venue for your event, a few important factors to consider are size/space, budget, and convenience. Ideally, the location should be easily accessible to your guests, which will help promote a strong turnout.
Be sure to take advantage of the seasons! If weather permits, outdoor events are always a guest favorite and give you endless possibilities for activities (not to mention offer beautiful views for your event backdrop)!
Include Interactive Entertainment and Activities
Whatever theme and location you decide on, make sure to also include interactive entertainment and activities to keep your guests engaged! Choosing the right type of entertainment will help ensure your event is successful and memorable.
Live music is always a great way to attract your audience and you can also wow your crowd with different performances from comedians, magicians, artists, and more!
Trade show exhibits are a great opportunity to show off your products while interacting with your guests. During conferences and conventions, include breakout sessions and hands-on workshops that focus on audience participation. You can even turn a corporate meeting into your own game show – the possibilities are endless when it comes to corporate event planning!
Promote Your Event
After putting together the perfect plan with a unique theme, location, entertainment and activities, it is time to spread the word and promote your event!
Getting the word out to your guests early in advance and sharing the details online is important to ensure a strong event turnout.
To promote your event, send your entire contact database a custom newsletter or e-blast with the event invitation and details. Also share it on your blog, website, and social media channels. You can even create a Facebook page or a custom landing page on your website for event promotion!
Whatever platform you use to reach your target audience, make sure your communication is clear and includes all of the important event information, plus a few sneak peek details to get everyone excited about what’s to come.
Planning and executing a corporate event is no easy task but keeping these 4 tips in mind during your preparation will help you host a successful and memorable corporate event!
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