NASHVILLE, TN — The fourth annual Touring Career Workshop, a free-to-attend event spearheaded by LD Chris Lisle and lighting director Erik Parker to provide information and resources to those pursuing a career on the road, is set for Nov. 19 at Soundcheck Nashville. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at 740 Cowan Street, Nashville, TN 37207. A networking mixer follows.
More details from Touring Career Workshop (www.touringcareerworkshop.com):
Touring Career Workshop is set to host its fourth consecutive conference on Wednesday, Nov. 19 at Soundcheck Nashville. This free event invites current touring and production professionals along with potential job seekers to learn more about “life on the road.” The day will begin with keynote speaker Donnie Lewis, a prominent figure in the touring industry who currently serves as a tour manager to Peter Frampton. He will be sharing his tips for career longevity. A variety of breakout sessions will follow. Topics include financial planning, how to maintain health on the road and networking.
The organization’s founders, Chris Lisle, Executive Director and owner of Chris Lisle Lighting Design, and Erik Parker, Associate Director and Lighting Director for Jennifer Nettles, formed the organization in 2011. “Our goal is educate touring production personnel on the various resources available to ensure that they are getting the most out of their career from a human resources standpoint,” according to Lisle. “We are excited to present some new panels this year that reflect the topics that are most critical to our industry today.”
The organization is also active year round providing opportunities such as an internationally recognized mentorship program that allows aspiring “roadies” the chance to connect with touring industry professionals for six months. This will be available for sign up at the conference. In addition to providing educational panels and networking opportunities, the event is also giving back to the community. TCW regularly donates resources to local charities including this year’s contribution to the Oasis Center, a local resource for at risk youth. Attendees are encouraged to make a donation. Needed items will be specified on TCW’s website.
A special thanks to Media Visions, The Blackbird Academy, Moo TV, 4Wall Entertainment Lighting, Bandit Lites, Morris Light & Sound, Accurate Staging, Video Equipment Rentals, JSS and Chris Lisle Lighting Design for making the 2014 TCW event possible.
