Live events offer a unique and powerful way to engage audiences, create meaningful connections, and generate lasting impact. Whether it’s a conference, concert, or charity event, successful live events require thoughtful project management. This article outlines best practices for project management of live events. Preparing for a live event The success of any event starts with proper preparation. Before the event can move forward, it’s important to confirm the logistics and details – the date and location, estimated audience size, and the event goals. It’s also necessary to define the roles o ..read more

Live events can be exciting and rewarding experiences for crew members, but if you’re new to the scene, it can also be intimidating. Before stepping onto the show site, you need to make sure that you’re equipped with the right skills, knowledge, and gear. This live event crew starter guide will help you get prepared for your first gig. What Makes a Great Tech Stand Out Being professional, having a positive attitude, and being willing to learn from others are critical traits for a successful live event crew member. Presenting yourself professionally shows respect for the event and the people yo ..read more

If you’re in the live event business, then you know too well how complex and challenging it can be to manage multiple projects at a time. It’s not just chaotic; it’s also costly. Many project  management teams exceed their budget because they don’t have well-defined processes or clear oversight. But by taking a proactive approach—implementing centralized project management software—you can increase your efficiency and growth while keeping development costs down. Below you will discover why centralizing your process with the right tools is essential for any live event business looking ..read more

If we learned anything from the past two years, it’s that we never know what the future of events holds. This year gave us grounds for optimism, as live events returned in full force. Here are 10 event production industry figures that give us even greater hope for the year ahead. #1: 42% of event and entertainment production leaders are choosing to invest in their people. Every event experience is only as good as the people who make it happen. No surprise here. Good people want to work with companies that have good processes and good tools to help them succeed. Results show that 26 ..read more

Let’s say you are attending a large conference or a live debate. While some participants attend in person, other panels may consist of remote participants. Now, imagine everyone listening intently to the speaker or viewing a performance and – screech! Something goes wrong with the audiovisual equipment in the room. The mic stops working; the video loses signal! Perhaps the projectors are not working correctly. Perhaps the lights are malfunctioning. Enter the breakout operator. A breakout operator is a technician who helps with event technology, primarily at events and meeting rooms. Many consi ..read more

Change is uncomfortable. Even changes for the better. In the live events industry, in particular, there are a number of advancements that can only be positive. But I am not exactly surprised to observe young, talented professionals coming across misinformation and misconceptions as well. I work with people operating with the wrong data (thereby drawing wrong assumptions) on a daily basis. The gap between perception and reality is ever-widening, and this is the best time to discuss working overtime in live events: is daily necessarily better than weekly? ? Listen to the full episode: How event ..read more

A lot goes on behind the scenes at live events. Countless audiovisual technicians, light engineers, and technical operators work in tandem. What are they working with? Complex and heavy instruments, cables, wires, lights, cameras, microphones, and whatnot! But who’s loading these pieces of equipment to the venue in the first place? Who’s going to pack and get them to the warehouse? A loader/pusher is a physically fit and strong person who participates in loading and unloading the equipment and machinery from trucks in live events What is the role of a loader/pusher leading up to an event? For ..read more

Whether it’s a concert or a sporting event, setting up a stage involves loading and unloading equipment from vehicles, carrying it into venues, building and dismantling stages (for performances), generally checking if everything is ready for the event, and making sure everyone is safe during the event. This is the responsibility of a stagehand. A stagehand can be a local laborer or part of a touring event crew. Temporary help or permanent fixtures, they are usually the backbone of any event. The duties, of course, vary according to the type and size of the gig. Stagehand duties sometimes inclu ..read more

We think of a producer as someone who is financially responsible for an entire project when it comes to films or TV. We know that there’s a difference between associate producers or executive producers and the actual producer of the project, but, by and large, a producer is the one who hires directors, screenwriters, music composers, and editors. Live events production is a different thing altogether. The only similarity is that an event producer has to be as involved as a film producer during every step of the event, from the ideation table to the time the stages and portable bathrooms are be ..read more

We created the LASSO app to bridge the divide between event companies and crew. Communication is essential. During our own experience in the live events industry and our hundreds of interviews with industry peers, we learned that phone calls, texts, and emails simply weren’t enough — key details were still falling through the cracks and miscommunications left crew and supervisors frustrated. The app changes all that. The post The new industry standard appeared first on LASSO ..read more