The Making of Live Events: Introducing the Industry to the Next Generation

Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a gig? This video unveils lesser-known job opportunities in Live Events, exploring the behind-the-scenes roles that make events go from paper to reality.

We showcase a slice of the Live Events sector and the broader music industry, highlighting options rarely discussed in schools or career guides. For those interested in Events Industry careers off-stage, this video offers a glimpse into alternative paths and the diverse careers available in this dynamic and incredibly rewarding field.

Adlib have partnered with key industry organisations – ‪@thepowerofeventsuk‬, ‪@ProductionFutures‬, ‪@plasaonline‬ and ‪@LIVEmusicIndustryUK‬ – to bring this crucial knowledge to schools across the UK. Our goal? To educate teachers, career advisors, and students about the vast array of careers that make live events happen.

Ready to take the next step? Head over to https://adlib.co.uk/live-events-careers to discover how you could start your journey into the live events industry.

Video Chapters

0:00 Intro
1:06 Chapter 1 - We're going on tour!
2:25 Chapter 2 - Planning & Technical Requirements
4:56 Chapter 3 - Exploring Jobs, Roles, & Tasks
8:13 Chapter 4 - Prep 101 (Getting a Gig Out The Door)
10:53 Chapter 5 - 5am Load-in
13:01 Chapter 6 - Let's Build a Show
16:23 Chapter 7 - Artists' Arrival & Soundcheck
17:50 Chapter 8 - Doors
19:00 Chapter 9 - Cheer, Sing, & Dance
20:05 Chapter 10 - Roll the Credits
20:58 How we made this