In this episode, we sit down with Matt Potesta, System Engineer for artists like Lauren Daigle and Tate McRae. We dive deep into the high-stakes world of touring production, covering everything from how to land your first big road gig to the critical lessons every local church can learn about PA system tuning and system design.
Whether you're looking to upgrade your sanctuary's sound or considering a jump into the professional touring industry, Matt shares the "real-world" costs of professional audio services and how to protect your health while working in a high-demand industry.
In this episode you'll hear:
01:00 Banter: Surprise Parties and Tech Interventions
05:50 Guest Interview: Matt Potesta (Lauren Daigle & Tate McRae Tour)
08:00 Career Roadmap: Landing a World-Class Touring Production Job
13:00 Church Production vs. Touring: Pros, Cons, and Key Differences
19:00 How to "Pay Your Dues" and Break into the Pro Audio Industry
23:30 Touring System Design: Applying Road Lessons to Local Venues
26:50 Budgeting for Sound: How Much Does Professional PA Tuning Cost?
30:50 Should Churches Hire Independent Vetting for System Integrators?
38:30 Career Advice: When to Transition from Church Tech to the Road
43:20 Mental Health in Production: Prioritizing Health and Avoiding Burnout
45:30 Pro Touring Disaster Story: Lessons from the Road
48:00 Tech Takeaway: How to "Condition" Your Audience for Better Services
Get chapter one of Toby's new book "Sacred Spaces, Modern Production" here.
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