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:: Tours & Roadwork
The following information was compiled from the Berklee College of Music.  To find out more about their programs and majors, visit their site at http://berklee.edu

 

Advance Person
The advance person is responsible for arriving ahead of the act to prepare for a concert, and assisting the tour coordinator or road manager with details prior to the show. 

Road Manager
Road managers handle the problems that occur while an act is traveling. They supervise equipment, sound, and light personnel.

Sound Technician
Sound technicians are responsible for high quality sound during the live performance. They usually arrive at the concert sight before the performers and are involved in unloading and setting up the equipment and instruments along with the road crew. The sound technician supervises the placement of equipment, and
works with the talent during the sound check to achieve the best sound. They may work the sound board during the actual performance.

Tour Coordinator
The tour coordinator is responsible for coordinating the many facets of an act's tour, including travel, lodging, arranging for services, and budgeting for expenses.

Tour Publicist
The tour publicist in responsible for publicizing an act's tour to both fans and the media through press releases, press conferences, and special promotion.