According to the world’s largest concert promoter and parent company of Ticket Master, Live Nation Entertainment (LNE), concert attendance is increasing. They reported that 2023 was the biggest year for concert attendance, up 20% from 2022, with over 145 million guests attending more than 50,000 events.
While concerts are very popular and can be equally profitable, they are never easy to manage. Large groups of people, intoxication and drugs, inclement weather, along with other concerns make managing and facilitating concerts a difficult undertaking.
However, the job of concert staff members can be significantly improved and streamlined by the simple implementation of push-to-talk (PTT) two-way radios. Below, we’ll go over why you should use PTT two-way radios for concerts.
Lighting and Sound: Proper lighting and sound is vital to ensure that artists can be seen and heard. In many cases, artists may have sophisticated or specific light shows/arrangements that enhance their performance. Additionally, the sound must be perfect so that customers are happy with performances and bands want to return to your concert venue.
Having PTT radios allows light and sound crews to effectively communicate with one another. It allows them to quickly address problems, send for help, and more efficiently perform their job functions.
Parking: Parking is the first thing many guests do at any concert. To reduce headaches and maximize the use of the parking space available, parking staff need to have a clear line of communication with one another.
Crowd Management: Similarly, you should outfit staff that direct the flow of foot traffic outside or within the concert area with PTT two-way radios so they can easily coordinate their efforts and address any problems if they arise.
Safety and Security: Safety and security should be a priority during every concert. PTT radios allow security teams to quickly send and receive messages and respond immediately to any security issues. PTT radios also give other staff a direct line to security if they identify a threat.
Additionally, if there’s a safety concern—a sick or injured guest, a wet floor, broken glass, etc.—staff can contact medical teams ASAP with two-way radios.
Set Up and Take Down Crews: Before and after concerts, you’ll have employees who are designated to help set up or take down the concert. Two-way radios allows employees to easily coordinate and collaborate with one another. Plus, supervisors can give instructions and updates regarding any new information and answer any questions as they arise.
Peak PTT two-way radios improve efficiency, coordination, collaboration, safety, and security at all concerts. Outfit your staff with Peak PTT two-way radios today and discover the many benefits for yourself.