Tech Needs

Stage

🆗 16 ft. wide x 8 ft. deep clear space.

✅ Better yet, 20 ft. wide x 12 ft. deep area, with 10 ft. or higher ceiling. For best visibility at big events, provide dark backdrop and stage with steps in front.

Sound

🆗 If using talent's system, you're all set.

✅ Depending on needs, they can (a) use their speakers and mics, or (b) patch their mix into the client’s sound system via a mic cord (XLR) at center stage left.

Lights

🆗 Provide bright, evenly lit space.

✅ For some events, a general wash will do. For bigger events, The UP Guys can suggest warm/cool washes, chases, or other cues, as appropriate.

Seating

🆗 Seat people as close as possible.

✅ Theater style? Rope off back rows or set up fewer seats, then add more as needed. Banquet hall? Put presenters by the long wall instead of at the end.

Set Up

🆗 Arrange access one hour prior to event.

✅ Arrange access (and tech help) two hours prior. Most programs do not require projector or screen, but if used place them stage right/left, not center.

Other

🆗 Ask before taking photos or video.

✅ For theater or ticketed events, provide water, changing room with mirror, restroom, copies of marketing materials, and tickets for guests, as appropriate.