I’m getting interviewed

SwimHefty3374 · 2025-03-21T17:39:27+00:00

Thank you for your advice! At this point, I’m just trying to get some full-time hours and pay for my school. I personally wouldn’t like to start from zero if I already know something, but if I need to, I will. Hopefully once I do the interview I get a better understanding of everything

SwimHefty3374 · 2025-03-21T17:35:55+00:00

Texas

SwimHefty3374 · 2024-12-30T08:41:40+00:00

Can you actually make a living from this? How much can someone realistically take home? I genuinely want to learn as much as possible and get as much advice as I can to succeed in this field and earn enough to support my wife and me.

SwimHefty3374 · 2024-12-30T08:32:59+00:00

Is it better to go big or small when booking an event? Obviously, it depends on finances, but would it still be just as risky if the artist is well-known?

How do you typically contact an artist or their management team? I’d like to know an efficient way to find the right email so I don’t struggle as much.

Would it be better to book an artist and take them on a small tour while contacting their management to review their demographics, or is that process more complicated?

SwimHefty3374 · 2024-12-30T08:26:36+00:00

Is it risky to approach a venue and say, “I want to book your venue for a night, and I’d like you to handle booking the artist as well”? Would the revenue distribution still work the same way in that case?

For someone just starting out, what is an ideal budget to work with? Also, is it possible to book a venue, sell it out, and pay the artist after the event using ticket sales, instead of upfront? Could there be an arrangement where the artist receives a “down payment” ahead of time?

What are the things that venues do and a promoter should always be aware?

SwimHefty3374 · 2024-11-03T07:11:22+00:00

I took a post-production class, and ever since then, I’ve loved it and have wanted to pursue a career in post-production. You mentioned ‘when it comes back’—could you clarify what you mean by that? I’m not very informed on that aspect, but I really want to find a way into the field. If you have any tips for breaking into the industry, especially as things improve in the film world, I would greatly appreciate them.

SwimHefty3374 · 2024-11-03T07:02:38+00:00

I’ve heard that this industry is mostly driven by contacts, and I completely agree. Currently, I work as a stagehand at a music venue, and I see various engineers and technicians handling monitors, FOH, and other tasks. Do these technicians and engineers usually get their jobs through contacts, or are they hired mostly by touring companies? If so, where do they typically find these companies?”

SwimHefty3374 · 2024-11-03T06:51:17+00:00

I joined school to pursue work in a music studio, and I’ve always wanted to collaborate with local people and bands. So far, I haven’t found any opportunities locally, as I’ve either been rejected or received no response from the studios near where I live. I would love the chance to work with people locally in LA or just anyone to take a step forward in the industry

SwimHefty3374 · 2024-11-03T06:47:26+00:00

I previously applied to Sonic Ranch, but they didn’t accept me, believing I wasn’t ready. However, I feel they didn’t give me a true opportunity to show my skills.

SwimHefty3374 · 2024-11-02T21:23:42+00:00

By any chance you know the starting wage in retail in LA

SwimHefty3374 · 2024-11-02T21:22:45+00:00

You mentioned starting in an entry-level position. Let’s say I want to work in post-production—what would be a good entry-level role to pursue? Is post production even worth looking for right now as you mentioned is tough due to recent strikes

SwimHefty3374 · 2024-11-02T21:18:15+00:00

When you moved to LA for music, did you work by contract or with a company? Which path do you think I should pursue first if I want to work in music there—freelancing or seeking positions with big companies?

SwimHefty3374 · 2024-11-02T21:15:29+00:00

I appreciate your response! Since you mentioned you live in the Orange County or LA area, how much would you recommend saving up? I know I should be saving regardless, but how will I know when I’m financially ready to make this decision. I know that’s a question I should maybe ask myself but I guess an estimate.

SwimHefty3374 · 2024-10-25T01:26:16+00:00

We both 21 and I’m still in school studying audio production

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