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1
Which job role is responsible for encoding a podcast from an audio file?
Record producer
Musical director
Recording engineer
Software programmer
2
What is a composer advised to obtain before undertaking freelance work in the music industry?
A contract
A licence
Public Liability Insurance
A stylist
3
Identify the responsibility of front of house staff if a fire breaks out during a performance.
Liase with band members
Raise the alarm
Evacuate building
Transport equipment off of the stage
4
Who generally negotiates the fee for a band performance?
Technician
Manager
Roadie
Lead vocalist
5
Give one promotional way in which an A&R representative might be encouraged to attend an event.
Free tickets
TV/Radio
Social media
Demo CD
6
Which is the most suitable type of contract for a full-time record shop employee?
Permanant
Volunteer
Freelance
Casual
7
Which one of the following is the best example of a large multi-use space?
Pub
Studio
Arena
Club
8
Identify the organisation that arranges the delivery of CDs to a shop to be sold.
Distributor
Marketing agent
Roadie
Promoter
9
Identify the organisation that produces and licenses the production of printed music
Promotion company
Marketing company
Publishing company
Servicing company
10
Explain one reason an artist should join PPL.
Support with contracts
To receive royalties
Legal advice
Crowd management
11
Which one of the following organisations would best support the needs of a recording studio?
APRS
Equity
MPG
MU
12
why might you choose to volunteer at a record label when starting out in the music industry.
To gain experience
To learn about the industry
To network
For fun
13
Why is it important for a venue to have a ticket booking system in place.
To keep a record of ticket sales income
To ensure that health & safety regulations are acceptable
To advise potential audience members on availability
To ensure tickets are not oversold
14
Why might a musician invest in equipment for a home studio?
To save time moving equipment
To save money on studio fees
To have fun
To save money on clothes
15
Name the organisation that licenses the use of recorded music played in public.
PCSA
PPI
PRS
PPL
16
Which job role involves: sound checking, adjusting sound levels, ensuring microphones work.
Session musician
Studio engineer
Roadie
Producer
17
Who is responsible for taking recording sessions?
Studio Manager
Engineer
The band themselves
Sound technician
18
Which one of the following is a performer advised to do before signing a recording contract?
Ask manager for guidance
Arrange a tour
Book a recording session
Take out public liability insurance
19
Which of the following is the most likely employment pattern for a manager of a large theatre?
Volunteer
Permanent
Short term contract
Freelance
20
6 Identify the job role which: organises security, books events, keeps licensing up to date.
Marketer
Technician
Venue Manager
Roadie
21
Which one of the following commonly provides services to a composer?
Instrument technician
PRS for Music
Lighting hire company
Roadie
22
Which one of the following is the responsibility of a studio manager?
Scouting for talent
Booking sessions
Arranging tours
Promoting artists
23
Which one of the following is part of the role of a session musician?
Writes music packages
Supervises stage crew
Performs given music
Composes to a brief
24
Which one of these is the responsibility of a promoter working in a large venue?
Organising sample clearance
Securing finance for events
Setting up lighting
Running dress rehearsals
25
How could a union might support a guitar teacher?
Offer advice
Change the strings
Arrange a gig
Book a venue
26
Which one of the following job roles involves securing funding for events?
Broadcaster
Promoter
Agent
Venue Manager
27
What must a freelance or self-employed musician ensure they pay to the government?
Income tax
National insurance
Licence fee
PRS
28
Give two responsibilities of a music producer
Liason between creatives
Project management
Artistic overview
Writing arrangements
29
Which one of these is not commonly used as a way of funding activities in the music industry?
Ticket sales
Sponsorship
Merchandise sales
Bank loan
30
Why might a business choose to fund an event?
To receive royalties
To help a struggling musician
To advertise the business
To develop their knowledge of the music industry
31
Who organises event security?
Artist manager
Backline staff
Musical director
Venue Manger
32
Which of these companies is responsible for branding, advertising and pricing musical products?
Marketing Company
Hire Company
Manufacturing Company
Distributing Company
33
What is the responsibility of a sound technician?
To ensure all instruments are tuned
To create a professional quality recording
To ensure mic and lines work correctly
To gain exposure for the band
34
Identify the working pattern that best suits a band that plays at weddings?
Part-time contract
Full-time contract
Long-term freelance contract
Short-term freelance contract
35
Which type of organisation is responsible for moving CDs from the manufacturer to the shops?
Record company
Distribution company
Broadcasting company
Agency
36
What would a performer have to do before being booked to play in the band of a West End Show
Audition
Lead a rehearsal
Meet the producer
Play the show in a touring production
37
Who is responsible for the way an artist looks?
Stylist
Producer
Manager
Agent
38
Which one of the following do broadcasters use to help sell advertising space?
Insurance and safety
Coding apps
Demographic targeting
Monitor mixing
39
Which organisation would a drummer most commonly join?
PRS for Music
MU
BECTU
Equity
40
Who is responsible for ensuring that musical scores are ready
Music engineer
Music director
Session musician
Roadie
41
Which one of the following is a trade body?
NI
BBC
EMI
MPG
42
Identify the job role that: tunes guitars before a performance
Sound technician
Sound engineer
Guitarist
Instrument technician
43
Identify the job role responsible for the artistic overview of a studio recording session.
Session musician
Mastering engineer
Sound Technician
Music Producer
44
Choose ways in which a musician might select a quality supplier of live sound equipment.
Reviews
Trying out equipment
Choosing a bright colour
Internet search
45
Which is not a responsibility of the sound technician after a gig?
Paying musicians
Return of hired equipment
De-rigging
Secure storage of equipment