Speaker: Jay Beard & Melvyn Coote, Tube UK
Wed 19th February 13:00 – 14:00 UK time. This seminar will be held online via Microsoft Teams.
Abstract
This seminar will discuss our motivations behind choosing a career in sound and the Tube approach to live sound and PA system design. We will discuss PA design, emphasizing that no gig is too small, and the bespoke nature of on-site setups.
We will also highlight the importance of attention to detail, meeting client needs, and drawing from the expertise of key staff members. We will share insights from some of our most interesting real-world projects such as Bradford, Sonic Vista, AIX, Arcadia, and MIF.
Additionally, we’ll engage students with a discussion on the challenges of site work versus warehouse preparation and share insights on what employers look for in the industry.
Biography
We will give a brief overview of our individual careers and paths which are very different:
Melvyn Coote
From Acoustics graduate, Freelance Sound Engineer to Company Director/Sound Designer/Project Manager. Melvyn is the boss who keeps the money coming in!
Jay Beard
From Music Tech graduate to Monitor Engineer – Elbow, Doves, Snow Patrol – Live Sound Lecturer to Operations Manager at tube UK. Jay looks after the day to day running of the business in a practical way, including looking after staff and equipment, liaising with clients, repairs, maintenance, logistics, stock management, H&S instigation, recruitment and training.