Managing Your Bookings
Once you've landed gigs, here's how to stay organised and professional.
Your Calendar
Access your calendar from the dashboard to see all confirmed bookings.
Calendar Views
- Month view: See all gigs at a glance
- List view: Detailed list of upcoming performances
- Event details: Click any booking to see full information
Booking Information
Each booking shows:
- Venue name and address
- Event date and time
- Your performance slot
- Venue contact details
- Special requirements
Booking Status
Track where each booking stands:
- Invited: Venue has invited you
- Applied: You've applied to their event
- Confirmed: You're booked! 🎉
- Declined: Not selected this time
Stay Professional
Before the Gig
- Add to your personal calendar
- Confirm equipment requirements
- Check travel time and parking
- Review venue policies
Day of Performance
- Arrive early for setup
- Check in with venue manager
- Test equipment if needed
- Be ready at showtime
After the Show
- Thank the venue manager
- Pack up promptly
- Leave the space clean
- Follow up for future bookings
Managing Multiple Bookings
Avoid Double Booking
- Check your calendar before applying
- Update availability regularly
- Decline promptly if you can't make it
Building Relationships
- Note which venues book you repeatedly
- Remember venue preferences
- Maintain professional relationships
- Ask about regular slots
Cancellations
If you must cancel (emergencies only):
- Contact the venue immediately
- Explain the situation honestly
- Offer to help find a replacement
- Apologise professionally
Remember: Your reputation depends on reliability. Cancellations should be extremely rare.
Pro tip: Venues talk to each other. Being professional and reliable at one venue often leads to bookings at others!