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Stagehand Lingo
Short list of some of the colloquial terms and phrases we often use, their meanings, and their actual meaning.
Brandon Cruz
Dec 2, 20223 min read


Video Switching Terminology
If you're new to the video department or have aspirations of learning the Switcher position, below is a brief glossary of common terms.
Brandon Cruz
Dec 2, 20226 min read


Radio Chatter
A quick and simple look at fundamental protocol using two-way radios in the live event environment.
Brandon Cruz
Dec 2, 20225 min read


Production Etiquette
A quick review of basic stagehand and event production crew etiquette that is common knowledge for most stagecraft professionals.
Brandon Cruz
Dec 2, 20223 min read


Invoices Please
The importance and benefits of submitting invoices on timeI'm sure there's not one I'm sure there's not one among us that hasn't been a...
Brandon Cruz
Dec 2, 20224 min read


Camera Dept Terminology
Cameras are common in live event production, now more than ever with the increasing popularity of virtual events.
Brandon Cruz
Dec 2, 20223 min read


The Real Cost of Labor
There are indirect costs of labor, which can go so far out of control that many employers and contractors are overwhelmed by the challenges
Brandon Cruz
Dec 2, 20229 min read


Tech Tip: ImagePRO 2
As a best practice, it is protocol to make all your connections, both input and output, before energizing components or consoles.
Brandon Cruz
Dec 2, 20222 min read


Christina Amato
Christina Amato is a dynamic vocalist, songwriter, and entertainer with millions of video views and more than 41,000 subscribers on YouTube
Gig Xifaras
Mar 28, 20222 min read


Classifying Your Event Crew
Common misconceptions about how event professionals are classified by the IRS and the different pros and cons associated with each class.
Dennis Xifaras
Mar 28, 20222 min read


Event Production Etiquette
When we collect and present all the unique aspects of stagehand life, there is undeniably a code of ethics that we instinctively follow
Brandon Cruz
Aug 3, 20214 min read


Camera Direction Glossary
It's been a while since we added to the Production Glossary. Since we've been doing a lot more camera work than we typically do, it's...
Brandon Cruz
Feb 19, 20213 min read


The True Cost of Labor
We publish this article to more completely explain the actual costs that are involved in maintaining a full-time, part-time, and contingent
Brandon Cruz
Jan 20, 202110 min read


Radio Etiquette
It's always fun to w atch TNG (the new guy) trying to figure out his radio. We've all seen it. The sweat beading up on his forehead as...
Jennifer Cruz
Nov 28, 20204 min read


Process for Booking A National Act
This short guide is meant to give a quick outline to ensure the process runs smooth and no steps are skipped or mishandled.
Gig Xifaras
Nov 24, 20203 min read


What is the Alter Ego Experience
A technical and visual explanation of the entertainment phenomena Alter Ego.
Gig Xifaras
Nov 13, 20200 min read
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Production Glossary & Common Terms [funny] - Vol. 1
A short list of some of our trade & colloquial terms we often use, their meanings, and their actual meaning.
Brandon Cruz
Nov 13, 20203 min read


What is an Interactive Stage Experience
Understand how to design, develop and produce Interactive Stage Experiences
Brandon Cruz
Nov 13, 20203 min read


Brandon Cruz
Sep 29, 20200 min read


Alice In Wonderland Experience
Follow Alice down the rabbit hole and emerge in the imaginative and engaging world of Wonderland
Gig Xifaras
Sep 29, 20200 min read
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