SAMPLE TECH RIDERBelow is a sample tech rider for a solo track date. Riders for an acoustic set or band date available upon request. JOHN SCHLITTGENERAL RIDER AGREEMENTIn a spirit of Christian brotherhood for the purpose of establishing good communications and mutual understanding, this rider is entered into agreement between John Schlitt, and xxxx, Sponsor, on xxx xx, xxxx. All contents of this rider are part of the concert agreement for John Schlitt on DAY, DATE, at LOCATION, and are designed to provide a framework whereby all parties involved will have a clear and consistent understanding of the task at hand, which is the furtherance of the Gospel of Jesus Christ through music. I. GENERAL UNDERSTANDING A. Modifications. It is with this one motive and desire that we mutually agree to the following rider. However, if there are any sections of this rider that need to be changed or adapted in order to serve your needs more efficiently, please direct all questions to Sue Dempster of Nova Productions. Your signature at the end of this rider covers all sections. B. Sharing the Stage. If John will be sharing the ministry that evening with another artist/speaker, please submit their name and website information. No one will be allowed to share the stage with John unless they are approved in the original contract. C. Advertising. Photos of John for posters and advertising purposes may be taken from his website at www.johnwschlitt.com. No photos of the group Petra may be used. Poster and radio billing may read “John Schlitt, lead singer of Petra, in a special (seminar, workshop, appearance).” Stories and interviews referencing John’s work with Petra are encouraged. To arrange interviews with John, please contact Sue Dempster of Nova Productions. II. VENUE ARRANGEMENTS The following is a checklist of items that will help the time at the concert hall to run smoothly and efficiently. A. Sound Check. Sound check is usually 2-3 hours ahead of concert time. Please have the sound system and lights set up for sound check no less than 4 hours prior to concert time. B. Meals. Because of the limited amount of time to prepare for the concert, please have arrangements made for John to charge his meals at the hotel. Diet caffeine-free Coke, tomato juice, dry roasted salted peanuts and Symphony chocolate bars, along with cups and ice in the dressing room are appreciated. Fruit and vegetables are not necessary. C. Dressing Rooms. One dressing room will be needed. It doesn’t have to be fancy, but should be clean and lockable with a separate washroom facility. We ask that the room have private access to the stage area. D. Counselors. If requested and when possible, John will offer a challenge to respond to the call of Christ. Please provide trained counselors to meet with those that come forward, along with follow-up materials. E. Security/Transportation. Someone with a clean vehicle with room for luggage should be available to transport John during the time he is with you. It is a good idea to provide the driver with some cash in case John needs to stop to eat before arriving at the hotel. F. Recording/Videotaping. The concert cannot be recorded or taped in any form without written permission. G. Merchandising. John usually sells CDs and t-shirts. Tables with 2-4 people to sell are needed. Any concession fees must be approved and will be paid to hall/venue personnel only. Please have sellers on hand 1 hour prior to opening the merchandise area to the public. An autograph table will be needed after the show. H. Financial. The balance of payment (the honorarium less the deposit) should be made payable in the form of cash or check to John Schlitt, and given to him at the time of the performance. If the concert honorarium also includes a percentage split of ticket sales and/or love offering, all monies will be counted, settled and paid immediately following the concert. I. Miscellaneous. In addition to the above-mentioned items, please be sure to include stagehands, loaders, house personnel, ticket sellers and takers, as needed. J. Lodging. Hotel should be as close to the venue as possible and be of Holiday Inn quality or better. Early check-in is a must. It would be helpful to have room keys available when John is picked up. A credit card or direct bill should be set up so that meals can be charged. K. Airfares. III. DIRECTORY NOVA PRODUCTIONS IV. TECHNICAL RIDER The information listed below is provided as a guideline to assist you in securing the best possible sound system for this upcoming event. If certain items cannot be obtained after exhausting all possibilities, please contact Sue Dempster to discuss substitutions. HOUSE SYSTEM A. Mixing Console/Effects. Equivalent Mackie 16 Channel house mixing board. Board should have a minimum of two (2) monitor mix outputs, along with an experienced engineer. B. House Speakers. EV, JBL or comparable C. Microphones/Stands D. Monitors. There should be at least two (2) monitor sends from the house board. E. Lighting. Please note that lighting should be on a separate electrical circuit to avoid power outage. The more lighting available, the better the concert will appear. V. EXECUTION OF RIDER We know there is a tremendous amount of material to digest in having a concert, but hopefully it’s for the betterment of the evening and leads to a more effective presentation of the Gospel. Please don’t hesitate to contact Sue Dempster if you have any questions about this rider. The Sponsor’s signature below acknowledges Sponsor is in agreement with all information written in the rider. Sponsor agrees that any violation of the terms set forth herein constitutes grounds for non-performance with the express covenant that full guarantee shall be paid to John Schlitt as damages for the failure by Sponsor. Please be sure you understand your responsibility before signing. Thank you again for your kind attention to all details listed. We trust that you and John will have a fruitful time of ministry in your area. AGREED AND ACCEPTED BY: ________________________________ __________________________________ Date: ___________________________ Date: _____________________________ Title: ___________________________ ________________________________ __________________________________ |
