CERTIFIED AV, LLC
A Subsidiary of C.AV, LLC
Welcome to CERTIFIED AV.
We are a solution to help bridge the gap and clearly define the relationship between companies and their freelancers.
Our goal is help you understand and successfully manage your career.
Introducing CERTIFIED AV
- CERTIFIED AV is an audio/visual labor company registered to do business in the state of California.
- CERTIFIED AV is an out of the box thinking partnership with a business strategy that will provide long-term benefits to technicians while managing client’s needs.
- CERTIFIED AV believes the technicians should be in control of their destiny and have the freedom to manage their schedules as they best see fit.
- CERTIFIED AV believes the technicians should be rewarded for their diligence and dedication to the industry while maintaining the flexibility to work with multiple clients.
- CERTIFIED AV will employ technicians in the Live Event Production Industry as Freelance-Employees to meet the needs and desires of both the technician and the client.
- CERTIFIED AV has launched in California, with plans for nationwide capability by year end.
Why was CERTIFIED AV created?
- The State of California passed a law that changes the classification of gig workers.
- Technicians that perform any work in California must follow the same employment guidelines as residents of the state of California.
- The guidelines are managed under the California AB5 law.
- AB5 has forced our industry to change the way we operate our businesses.
What is AB5?
California Assembly Bill 5 (AB5) extends employee classification status to some gig workers. Under AB5, companies must use a three-pronged test to prove workers are independent contractors, not employees.
AB5 was designed to regulate companies that hire gig workers in large numbers, such as Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash.
Learn more about the AB5 laws by visiting these resources:
What is the ABC test?
An individual performing any service shall be considered an employee and not an independent contractor, unless—
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- the individual is free from control and direction in connection with the performance of the service, both under the contract for the performance of service;
- the service is performed outside the usual course of the business of the employer; and
- the individual is customarily engaged in an independently established trade, occupation, profession, or business of the same nature as that involved in the service performed.
This means that a worker providing services is deemed an employee (and not an independent contractor) if they don’t meet all three of the ABC prongs.
Conversely, if they do meet all three prongs, they are deemed an independent contractor, not an employee.
What does this mean for you?
Any technician working on a live event set in the State of California is required to be classified as a W-2 employee.
Certified AV has created a unique employee designation to enable you to be classified as an employee while still pursuing other opportunities independently.
Benefits of being a CERTIFIED AV Technician
CERTIFIED AV Technicians will enjoy the best of both worlds by working as Freelance-Employees
Benefits of Freelance Employment:
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- W-2 Taxation Status: Ability to manage year-round tax withholdings
- Insured: Worker’s Comp and General Liability coverage at all events
- Technician Flexibility: Freedom to pursue multiple client relationships and opportunities while maintaining consistent employment
- Quick Pay Turnaround: Hours managed daily and paid bi-weekly
- Optional Employee Benefits: Including Medical, 401K, EAP and employee discounts
- Holiday Pay: If working on federal holidays
- Connected to the “Virtual Office”: Through a mobile device or computer
Onboarding Process
All Certified AV technicians will complete onboarding as an employee. We are not allowed to transfer your CLEMCO data to the new company. Please watch your email and respond in a timely manner for the following items:
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- Invitation to complete your new hire documents;
- Update your direct deposit and W-9 pay status as an employee;
- Remote citizenship verification;
- Employee handbook review and sign-off;
- Time & Expense Tracker setup (payroll will be managed thru Intuit).
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Contact Our Team
We commit to helping you along the way as you transition to this new process. Feel free to reach out to our team with any questions.
Megan Morris
Employee Resource & Onboarding Specialist
Email: Megan@CLEMCO.Net
Phone: 877-418-2536 Ext 1