Systems so Far
Articles about my experience touring and working with live events.
How to Think About Data in Sound System Tuning
Exploring the relationships between data and artistry in sound systemsOne of the most valuable lessons I've learned over the past couple of years is the significance of approaching your work with intent. Whether it's a mix trying to evoke a feeling from the audience...
Freelance 101: Choosing Professional Liability Insurance as a Freelancer
choosing the tools for your business as a freelancerAs someone who recently made the transition into the world of audio as a freelancer as opposed to a company employee, I learned that while my newfound freedom has several benefits (and for me, the flexible schedule...
Changing Your Mind & Choosing An Audio Career Path
Growing up and going into college, I constantly felt people ask me about my plans and the career I would have. I had a different answer whenever I thought about what I wanted to do growing up. I knew I enjoyed music but was also fascinated by technology, so I fell...
Playing The Hand You’re Dealt, Part 3: Reflections Upon Completing “That First Big Tour”
Reflections on the non-technical aspects of touringTouring so far this year has been a learning experience to say the least (see my previous reflections here — Part 1 and here — Part 2). Jumping into my first long-run tours and being gone for more than a month at a...
Playing The Hand You’re Dealt: Part 1 Of An Engineer’s Work On Her First Major Tour
Lessons learned from 800 cap clubs to 90,000 person festivalsIn mid-February of this year, I received a text from a friend, “Are you looking for a gig?” One word turned into more experience than I expected when I replied, “Yes.” A few months previous, I’d made a new...
Playing The Hand You’re Dealt Part 2: Detailing A Process For “PA Of The Day” System Tuning
A SYSTEM TUNING APPROACH TO USING TIME EFFICiENTLY WHEN TUNING PA In my previous article (here), I shared my experiences on my first tour as a systems engineer, and this time, I’m going to discuss my approach to tuning a system. I learned that it’s essential to start...