about emittiv

a young company
with a long history.

emittiv was founded in 2022 as a partnership between martin robert and andrew hawkes - lighting, video and control on one side, audio and project management on the other. we're based in dubai, and we bring decades of combined experience to a new, independent practice.
current standards and a modern approach.
we use the most efficient systems available today. you'll always work directly with martin or andrew.
martin is a member of the SLL, IES, ILP, ABTT and ALD.

bringing it all back together.

we design systems that support each other and create responsive, vibrant spaces.
harmony, balance and cohesion.
our aim is to complement and enhance the built environment using "intangible" design elements.
the core team

andrew hawkes

  • audio
  • technical direction
  • project management

andy has been involved in professional audio design and operations for over 25 years.

after several years running live events, he branched into technical and project management where he developed a strong interest in venue operations and workflows.

his operational experience before emittiv includes the UAE Pavilion, Dubai Opera and English National Opera.

martin robert

  • lighting
  • video
  • control systems

martin's career has spanned many facets of lighting and video from global tours with a-list artists, permanent installations on iconic buildings to consulting for global events.

his current development is centred on dynamic, generative and communicative control systems.

before emittiv, his work included Expo 2020 Dubai, SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, a landmark mosque facade renewal and, as lighting technician and control specialist on the show build, Cirque du Soleil Zaia.

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