Dates for the annual Public Radio Engineering Conference have been announced, with early-bird registration open.
Hosted by the Association of Public Radio Engineers (APRE), the event will take place April 16–17 at the Tuscany Suites and Casino in Las Vegas — the Thursday and Friday prior to the NAB Show.
The conference is an annual gathering for engineers at all experience levels. APRE noted in a release that presentations are relevant to all radio engineers, with a special emphasis on public broadcasting.
The PREC session schedule will be announced in mid-February. The association said last year’s sessions covered the basics of radio transmission, non-traditional STLs, broadcast telephony SIP and more, including the challenges facing public radio and public media.
“We encourage a collegial setting where you can speak directly with industry-leading engineers and vendors,” APRE said in the release.
Early-bird registration — and its pricing benefits — is open through March 1.
A virtual attendance option is also available, and APRE is offering scholarships to help cover the cost of attendance for deserving applicants.
Conference registration includes all presentations, meals and the Night Owl session on Thursday. Tickets for the APRE Awards dinner at Lawry’s The Prime Rib on Friday evening, which APRE said perennially sells out, are available upon registration.
APRE’s mission is to advance the art, science and performance of public radio engineers and public radio engineering for the public good.
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