Elements and Performance Criteria
- Plan stage monitor systems
- Analyse performance and venue information to inform planning of stage monitor systems
- In consultation with relevant personnel, confirm requirements and timeframes for stage monitor system set-up and testing
- Prepare stage layout diagrams with proposed placement of stage monitor equipment
- Select appropriate stage monitor loudspeakers or in-ear monitors and associated cabling for each required send
- Ensure adequate monitoring and communication systems are in place for all relevant personnel
- Ensure availability of in-ear or wireless equipment and accessories
- Manage the set-up of equipment
- Set up and check stage monitor console, processing and amplification racks, and engineer’s monitor
- Check that there is an adequate supply of resources in the event of equipment breakdown
- Label stage monitor consoles and processing equipment so that functions are clearly identified
- Position stage monitor equipment according to health and safety requirements
- Crosscheck final set-up against production requirements
- Adjust systems for performances
- Test all components of stage monitor systems, including a complete line check of all inputs
- Individually equalise each stage monitor send to avoid run-away feedback and set top gain indication for microphones
- Crosscheck all adjacent stage monitor sends to allow for acoustic interference
- Run complete system up to safe working limit to check performance and mains power availability, taking into account front of house speaker system requirements
- Manage operations during performances
- Reconfirm production requirements with performers and check that set-up meets individual requirements in relation to quality, balance and sound levels
- Operate faders to produce a level appropriate to the required sound, and check each send in regular rotation
- Make appropriate adjustments to equalisers to produce appropriate tonal quality
- Add effects and other signal processing as required
- Monitor sources and outputs both aurally and visually to ensure that production requirements are met
- Maintain a positive working relationship with performers and others throughout productions
- Troubleshoot and rectify stage monitor system problems during performances
- Ensure that all work is undertaken in line with work health and safety requirements
- Manage post-show operations
- Complete workplace documentation according to organisational procedures and production requirements
- Handle, clean, maintain and store equipment according to organisational procedures
- Clean and restore the work environment to its original condition
- Involve crew members and performers in evaluations of stage monitor systems and modify procedures as required
- Contribute to evaluations of productions and implement recommendations aimed at improving overall effectiveness of stage monitor systems