1. Introduction to Tour Management
1.1 Tour Manager Job Description: What Does a Tour Manager Do?
1.2 How to Start Your Touring Career
1.3 How to Create a Touring Resume
1.4 Tour Manager Salary: A Comprehensive Guide
1.5 Touring Careers: Music Industry Job Descriptions
1.6 How to Hire a Tour Manager
1.7 Understanding Deal Memos in the Live Music Industry
2. Pre-Tour Planning and Organization
2.1 Tour Management: Staying Organized
2.2 Tour Budget Roadmap: A Step-by-Step Guide
2.3 How to Create a Hospitality Rider
2.4 How to Make a Stage Plot and Input List
2.5 How to Create a Backline Rider
2.6 Touring Concert Production: Vendor Management
2.7 How to Create a Touring Gear Manifest
2.8 Trailer Pack Guide: Measure Twice, Cut Once
3. Tour Logistics
3.1 Tour Logistics: Ground Transportation
3.2 Tour Logistics: Routing & Driver Hours
3.3 Tour Logistics: A Guide to Booking Flights
3.4 Tour Logistics: Booking Hotels
3.5 How to Properly Advance a Show or Tour
3.6 Festival Advance: A Practical Guide
4. Touring Essentials
4.1 Touring Essentials: What to Pack for Tour
4.2 Tour Management Software: Choosing the Right Solution
5. On Tour Operations
5.1 The Road Ahead: Tips for Your First Bus Tour
5.2 Day Sheets: Navigating a Show Day
5.3 Behind the Scenes: A Day in the Life of a Tour Manager
5.4 Access All Areas: Understanding Tour Credentials
5.5 Tour Security: What to Expect at a Security Meeting
5.6 Backstage Pass: A Guide to VIP Concert Experiences
5.7 Plus One: How to Assemble a Guest List
5.8 The Power of the Setlist: How to Do it Right
6. Tour Accounting and Settlement
6.1 Tour Accounting: Understanding The Basics
6.2 Show Settlement: A Beginner’s Guide to Settling Concerts
7. International Touring
7.1 International Touring: Tips and Strategies for Success
8. Merchandise Management
8.1 Band Merchandise: A Roadieās Guide to Merch World
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