Hive Academy
Training & Certification Programme
Master HIVE – from first setup to advanced workflows and real-world deployment.
What is
Hive academy?
HIVE Academy is a structured training and certification programme designed to help teams get confident with HIVE quickly.
Whether you’re installing, operating or commissioning systems, the programme takes you from core fundamentals through to advanced workflows and best practice – with a clear, step-by-step path.
Alongside formal training, HIVE is supported by an always-on Knowledge Base, giving users fast access to setup guides, troubleshooting and practical how-tos whenever they need them.
Faster onboarding
Smoother Deployments
Fewer issues at commissioning
More confident handover to end users
Training modules
A structured training pathway built around practical use.
½ day | Beginner
Level 1 Software Fundamentals
An introduction to the HIVE ecosystem and core software.
- Navigation and UI basics
- System setup fundamentals
- Understanding core functionality
½ day | Intermediate
Level 2 Advanced Features
Deeper exploration of HIVE’s tools and workflows.
- Mapping (rectangles, warp grids, object-based)
- Play tab – playlists, timelines and scheduling
- Beesync synchronisation
- Media handling and codecs
1 day | Intermediate
Level 3 Integration & Best Practices
Designed for system integration and real-world deployment.
- OSC and UDP control (dataflows)
- Lighting desk control (Art-Net / MIDI)
- Custom interfaces and live control
- Pixel mapping and large system optimisation
- Deployment best practices
Certification
HIVE certification recognises your ability to deploy and operate systems with confidence.
Participants must:
- Complete all modules
- Attend sessions and practical exercises
- Demonstrate applied understanding through project work
WHO IT’S FOR
HIVE Academy is designed for anyone working with HIVE in a professional environment:
- Media server operators
- Event and live production technicians
- Video and content designers
- System integrators and consultants
- End user teams and operators
From first-time users to experienced professionals, the programme adapts to your level and role.
How it's delivered
In person
Delivered on-site or at a Hive training location, with hands-on sessions and direct support from the team.
Remote
Live, instructor-led sessions delivered virtually – structured, interactive and easy to fit around your schedule.
On-demand
Access to the HIVE Knowledge Base for step-by-step guides, troubleshooting and ongoing support.
Hive Trainers
Training is led by HIVE’s support and engineering specialists – the team behind the platform.
Nigel Sadler
Chief Pollinator
Kane Sargent
Head Of Support
Upcoming training
Get Started
Ready to build confidence with HIVE?
Book training or speak to the team to plan your onboarding.