Despite its potential to be an extremely efficient means of communication, email has become a modern-day disaster. The ability to email anything to anyone, at any time, for zero cost, has led to a society full of anxious people who cringe with every addition to their inbox. However, I know that email can be efficient, so I spend a lot of time and energy speaking to people about ways to integrate efficiencies into the emails they send.
Read MoreTouring is alive and well, and music festivals are on many artists' schedules this year. There is so much to think about when preparing for a festival. However, if we're prepared and ready to take on the inevitable curve ball, the experience can be rewarding. We can never foresee every problem, but I wanted to touch on some of the most important things to consider.
Read MoreIn part one of this blog series, I discussed what information a tour’s representatives will exchange with a venue or promoter during the advance process. For part two I’ll discuss what the venue representative will provide to tour and production managers during the advance process.
Read MoreAdvancing plays a vital role in live production. A large amount of information is exchanged during the advance process, requiring clear and efficient communication. To ensure nothing goes unnoticed, attention to detail throughout the process is crucial.
Read MoreFor those of us who travel extensively, it’s hard to believe that some people don’t like flying. Even when taking the hassle of airports out of the equation, they just prefer to be on solid ground.
Read MoreAs is true with most things in the production world, the key to a pleasant customs experience is to do your due diligence in advance. There are a few very important things to know before you head to the airport when using a carnet.
Read MoreInternational travel can be intimidating, even more so if it’s your first time out of the country. Band and crew rely on you for guidance every step of the way, and carrying a bunch of gear adds a fair amount of time and effort to everything you do.
Read MoreSimply put, accurate documentation can make or break your day. In some cases, it’s the determining factor of a performance even taking place.
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