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Stage Manager
The stage manager is the supervisor that makes sure that all technical and production cues on the rundown are executed on time during a show.
Gobo
A Gobo is a plate (or partial screen) that has been cut in such a way that when it is attached to a lighting set up will project a pattern or image onto a surface. Gobo “Goes Before Optics”.
Event Production Software
Event production software is a piece of software that is used to plan the logistics, runtimes and schedule of a live events or shows.
Dead Case Storage
The dead case storage is an area backstage where the empty live event equipment cases are stored neatly for the duration of a show.
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Rigger
A riggers is a live event technicians who are tasked with hanging or “rigging” equipment overhead in an event, play, or live event venue.
Producer
A show producer is the managerial head of the overall event, play, or live event.
Onstage
Onstage is a term that defines the viewable part of the stage to the audience.
Mic Runner
A mic runner is a technician who is sent into the crowd with a microphone to catch audio from specific audience members. Usually in a Q&A setting.
Lumens
Lumens are a unit of measure for the output of a light or projector. Often used to decide the intensity of lighting at a show or event.