How Do You Hire A Band Crew?
A band crew is very important to a band’s performance. The band crew is responsible for making sure that the stage is properly set up, the equipment works and the sound system is up to par. Hiring a band crew takes some research and time. Place an advertisement in your local paper. Be sure to include the type of band that you need the crew to work with. If you have any specialized equipment, include that information in the advertisement. Interview potential candidates. Make sure that the candidates are available and willing to work the hours that your band performs. Most bands perform at night, but the setup sometimes takes all day. Address long hours during the interview. Ask the candidates for references. At least one reference should be a band that the candidate has worked with previously. Call the references to ask about punctuality, dependability and capability to do the job required. Consider all of the candidate’s applicable experience. Working for a company that installs sound