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Coverage
Definition
___ is the ability to fill the venue with sound.
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Gain
Definition
___ is the ability to amplify the sound to fill the venue, w/o distortion or feedback.
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False
Definition
The runner is in charge of distributing power throughout the venue.
Term
House Engineer
Definition
This person is responsible for mixing the sound that the audience hears, working from a console centered in the middle of the audience.
Term
Monitor Engineer
Definition
This person is responsible for mixing the sound that the artists will hear on the stage, which allows the artist to hear both themselves and each other to stay on key and tempo.
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Stage Manager
Definition
This peson is responsible for the entire movement of equipment and crew in regards to the performance area.
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System Technician
Definition
This person assists the system engineer, and also aids in equipment repair.
Term
Rigger
Definition
This person safely assembles "points" from which equipment will be strung.
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Back-Line Technician
Definition
This person positions instuments on stage, as well as tunes and prepares them for use.
Term
Lighting Designer
Definition
This person is most responsible for the look achieved by the lighting of a concert tour.
Term
Lighting Director
Definition
This person operates the lights during a show.
Term
Pyrotechnician
Definition
This person operates special effects that require flame, fireworks, etc.
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Steward
Definition
This person manages the local union crew.
Term
Production Manager
Definition
This person supervises the crew and equipment during setup and tear down, and on a daily basis.
Term
Promoter
Definition
This person (local company) is responsible for booking the show's venues and advertising the upcoming performances.
Term
AMX control
Definition
Installation technologies include:_____
Term
optimize the listening environment
Definition
Acoustical measurement is used on tour to ____.
Term
BOTH dimmers and moving light functions
Definition
DMX512 is used to control _____.
Term
distribute digital audio
Definition
CobraNet is a system used to ____.
Term
Front-of-House Console
Definition
This mixer is used for sound heard by the audience.
Term
Monitor Console
Definition
This mixer is used for sound heard by the artists onstage.
Term
Snake Cables carrying copies from the Splitter
Definition
allows us to have multiple copies of the original audio signal
Term
PAR (stage lights)
Definition
What are the most common lights in ShowPro?
Term
Yoke/Head and Mirror
Definition
Name the 2 types of moving lights.
Term
512 data channels
Definition
How many channels in a DMX?
Term
dimmer
Definition
device that controls voltage traveling to lights, allowing for remote control
Term
gels
Definition
medium placed in front of lights to produce color
Term
gobos
Definition
used on lights to create shapes or a laser-like look (like stencils)
Term
Show Rider
Definition
What is a list of equipment and requirements for the show?
Term
artists and technical requirements
Definition
What are the two main parts of a Show Rider?
Term
stage plot
Definition
placement on stage
Term
line check
Definition
when the crew checks connections
Term
sound checks
Definition
when the band tests the system before the show
Term
input list
Definition
documentation of microphone connections to console inputs - like "gospel" to the crew
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less sound interference
Definition
a major advantage of digital audio equipment over analog
Term
CobraNet
Definition
a networking technology for multiple digital audio channels
Term
High Frequency Driver, Mid Range Speaker, and Subwoofer
Definition
FOH Speaker Cabinets are composed of...
Term
Speak-On
Definition
speaker cabinet audio connections
Term
side fills and monitor wedges
Definition
types of monitor cabinets (aka the stage speakers on the floor)
Term
a frequency that reinforces itself over and over
Definition
What is feedback?
Term
lighting plot
Definition
a lighting guide for the crew to follow
Term
truss
Definition
aluminum rather "flown" above stage
Term
1) Load In/Set-Up
2) Technical Checks
3) Performance
4) Load Out
Definition
What are the 4 phases of production?
Term
sightlines
Definition
What is the main goal in the Venues and Staging aspect of ShowPro?
Term
coverage, gain, and intelligibility
Definition
What are the goals in the Audio aspect of ShowPro?
Term
Lighting and Effects, Projection, Set Design
Definition
What are the goals in the Visual aspect of ShowPro?
Term
System Engineer
Definition
designs an implements the audio systems
Term
Instrument Tech
Definition
Another name for the Back-line Tech
Term
Acoustic Analysis Engineer
Definition
maximizes sound based on room characteristics (generally only on big tours)
Term
Lighting System Technician and Rigger
Definition
Don't do these jobs if you're afraid of heights
Term
Lighting System Technician
Definition
assembles trusses, mount lights, etc. (don't do this if you're afraid of heights)
Term
Rigger
Definition
connects chains and cables to ceiling (don't do this if you're afraid of heights)
Term
rigger and pyrotechnician
Definition
These are the "saftety" guys
Term
Tour Manager
Definition
considered the head-decision maker, handles all non-technical logistics, hires staff
Term
Stage Manager
Definition
oversees entire performance area (stage)
Term
Road Manager
Definition
(only for LARGE tours) oversees the technical staff and the movement of the production from one venue to the next (Tour Mgr, otherwise)
Term
Advance Man
Definition
(only for RICH tours) travels ahead of the tour to do recon work on location
Term
Runner
Definition
reports to the promoter, gets daily supplies from local area
Term
Promoter's Representative
Definition
helps organize and implement the desired details of the show (works on drafting up the Show Rider)
Term
International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees and International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
Definition
Two popular ShowPro labor groups
Term
those that allow independent labor groups and various other groups to provide local labor
Definition
Right to Work States are...
Term
House Electrician
Definition
a licensed electrician familiar with the electrical organization of the local venue, often a member of IBEW
Term
Forklift Operator
Definition
trained individual familiar with transporting production equipment
Term
Stage Hand
Definition
member of the local labor team who assists with equipment positioning on the stage
Term
Deck Hand
Definition
a member of the local labor team who assists touring crew by pusing gear from one pt to another (aka a "pusher"), interchangeable with stage hand
Term
Loader
Definition
laborer who loads and unloads equipment from the freight trailers
Term
Audio Stage Hand
Definition
stage hand for audio-related tasks
Term
Lighting Stage Hand
Definition
stage hand for lighting-related tasks, including running intercom cable and spotlight positioning
Term
Props Stage Hand
Definition
stage hand for show props, curtains, and set pieces
Term
Spotlight Operator
Definition
lighting operator for the in-house and/or rental spotlights
Term
Local House Rigger
Definition
local laborer familiar with idiosyncrasies of each venue, supplying safety directives and time-saving advice
Term
Monitor System Engineer
Definition
This engineer, employed by the sound reinforcement company, is responsible for every element of the setup and control of the monitor system.
Term
Assistant Audio Engineer
Definition
This entry-level position provides a new crew-member the opportunity to observe and learn the roles within the sound company.
Term
Sound System Technician
Definition
This position provides universal support for the members of the sound crew.
Term
Acoustic Analysis Engineer
Definition
Working with the FOH engineer, these individuals help to maximize the audio sound reinforcement system. (only on the most luxurious tours)
Term
conventional Lighting Operator
Definition
A specific technician employed by the lighting company to operate the conventional lighting console.
Term
Conventional Lighting Programmer
Definition
Responsible for transforming the lighting designer's creative vision into reality, via computerized commands.
Term
Touring Master Electrician
Definition
works in conjunction with the local house electrician to ensure safe service hookups
Term
Tour Rigger
Definition
An independent rigger who is highly experienced in hanging "points" for a specific show.
Term
Ground Rigger
Definition
Assists the tour rigger from the ground level.
Term
Moving Light Technician
Definition
Responsible for all the daily repairs of moving lights.
Term
Moving Light Programmer
Definition
responsible for coding the moving light system to achieve the light designer's specified effects
Term
Moving Light Console Operator
Definition
Sometimes synonymous with the moving light programmer, this person operates the physical console once it has been programmed.
Term
Journey
Definition
First nationally touring team to utilize image magnification video projection at every show.
Term
Video Technical Director
Definition
responsible for alternating the video sources to project the correct system signal feed
Term
Video Engineer
Definition
responsible for properly adjusting all video levels
Term
Videotape Operator
Definition
oversees the playback and record machines, cueing for playback
Term
Cable Grip
Definition
This video production crewmember assists with camera setup, proper placement, and relocation throughout the a shoot.
Term
DMX512 (lighting), CobraNet (digital audio/control), SoundWeb (audio config), AMX (electronic device control), MIDI (computer/music)
Definition
What are the various control networks?
Term
LAN, AMX, digital satellite systems, surround sound, phone systems, video distro, CCTV
Definition
What are the various installation technologies?
Term
One works for the sound company
Definition
Why are there two FOH system engineers for the headline artist?
Term
Meyer SIM II product line, EASE software, SMAART modules, and TEF platforms
Definition
some current std acoustical measurement interfaces:
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