Gig Checklist (or Procrastination is the Thief of Time)

Last week I pre-recorded my first show for UK Jazz Radio.  Should be hitting the airwaves soon - will keep you posted!

I haven't completed all the "homework" for this week though...  When you were at school/college studying, did you ever do that thing where you procrastinated by buying and arranging new files or arranging folders on your computer and changing your desktop or screensaver instead of doing any real work?  Makes you feel as if you're doing something to get organised but in reality not much gets done!  Well, I've had that sort of week...  So I thought I'd post my efforts in creating an excellent gig checklist so that you'll have no excuse when it comes to arranging YOUR gigs/tour! :-D  Feel free to copy and share.

Gig Checklist

Venue
Date
Address
Contact
Marketing contact
Technical contact/ Sound engineer
Capacity
Box office tel/ Ticket price
Fee/Guarantee/Door Split
Payment arrangements
Merchandise sales (commission?)
Photo & copy deadline/ requirements
Number of flyers/posters
Parking and loading
Local newspaper contacts
Local radio contacts
Soundcheck time/ Doors open
Set times
Piano
Food/Drinks
Accommodation
Travel directions