Gain hands on experience and learn all about what it takes to be a highly sought after Sound Engineer in Philadelphia’s theater world!
Join a group of professional Sound Designers and Engineers for a workshop on sound engineering in Philadelphia. These two sessions will be great for anyone, especially overhire technicians in the greater Philadelphia area, who are interested in learning more about how to work with Sound Designers and manage the sound system in venues like The Drake Theater and The Wilma Theater.
Prices are on a sliding scale per session: $10, $25, $50. We ask for your active participation in deciding your contribution. If a sliding scale is implemented effectively, everyone pays a similar percentage of their income per session. We acknowledge that we live in a world of differing privileges and income disparities.
Instructors: Elizabeth Atkinson, John Kolbinski, Chris Sannino
Intro to Sound Engineering, part 1: Monday, December 10th 6pm-10pm at The Drake (302 S Hicks St, Philadelphia, PA 19102)
Intro to Sound Engineering, part 2: Tuesday, December 11th 6pm-10pm at The Wilma (265 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19107)
It is not required that you attend both sessions, but it is highly recommended.
We will be covering a ride range of topics, including:
What is a sound system and how does it wok?
Troubleshooting problems with a sound system
Cable management
Understanding Job Descriptions and how they may vary
Tips for negotiating your contract
Preparing and understanding paperwork: plot and scenic/lighting draftings; flow sheets; IO lists; tech riders; etc.
Communication with the designer, production teams, venue & production management
Scheduling & budgeting time
Gear Rentals
Network Protocol
Qlab and mix control
And much more including any questions you may have!
Please Note: While The Philadelphia Design Center is hosting this workshop, the sessions will be hosted at two different theaters, The Drake and The Wilma, which are both conveniently located in Center City Philadelphia.
Contact Robin Stamey, The Philadelphia Design Center’s Programming Manager, at rstamey@phillydesigncenter.org for more information.
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