Questions About Job Roles in the Music Industry

Live Sound Engineer

- Is a bigger desk better than a simpler desk?

- How do you change multiple things at once which are not within a hands reach of each other?

- Would you be working with the band, venue, or working independently on a self employed basis?

- How much would a typical wage be? (per hour? or per event?)

Live Performance Technician

- How would failed equipment be amended quickly during a show? especially if there are no spares, and how would the problem be found?

- Would you be working with the band, venue, or working independently on a self employed basis?

- How many people do you work with in the technical team?

- How much would a typical wage be? (per hour? or per event?)

Venue Owner

- How many events do you typically put on per year to be supported financially?

- What kinds of working hours do you have?

- Do you have employees working for you? If so where do you find them and what kind of work agreements are they under?

- How do you aquire a facility suitable for events?

- Are there any specialist adaptions needed for the venue before hosting events?

Solo Songwriters

- How do you find work opportunities when working completely independently?

- Where do you find inspiration for composing music?

- How would you record multiple instruments at the same time when working by yourself?

- When would you choose to use samples? and why?

Promoters/A&R

- How would you decide that a band is worth seeing?

- Would you be working with the band, venue, or working independently on a self employed basis?

Live Performer

- How does alcohol and drug use effect the performance and experience of both the audience and performer?

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Studio Producer

- Who sets up and maintains all of the equipment?

- How do you manage your finances?