Creating Gigs

Gigs can be created in two ways:

Method 1: From an Opportunity

1. Track a venue opportunity
2. When booking is confirmed, mark interaction as "Booked"
3. Enter the gig date
4. A gig is automatically created

Method 2: Manual Creation

1. Go to your band page
2. Click "Gigs" tab
3. Click "Create New Gig"
4. Fill in gig details
5. Save

Gig Details

Add comprehensive information:

Basic Information

• Gig Name - Title for the event
• Date - When the gig is happening
• Venue - Link to venue (or create new)
• Status - Confirmed, Tentative, Cancelled

Timing

• Load-in Time - When to arrive
• Sound Check - Sound check time
• Start Time - When you start playing
• End Time - When you finish

Financial

• Fee - What you're being paid
• Ticket Price - What fans pay (if applicable)
• Ticket Link - Where to buy tickets

Promotional

• Gig Poster - Upload promotional poster image
• Facebook Event Link - Link to Facebook event
• Notes - Any additional information

Linking Setlists

Connect setlists to gigs:

1. Create or select a setlist for the gig
2. Link it in the gig details
3. Access the setlist directly from the gig page
4. Use Music Stand View during the performance

Public Gig Pages

Confirmed future gigs appear on:

• Your Band's Public Profile - In "Upcoming Shows" section
• Public Gigs Page - thebandplan.com/gigs
• Individual Gig Pages - thebandplan.com/gigs/123

Gig Posters

Add promotional posters:

• Upload poster image when creating/editing gig
• Posters appear on band profile and gig pages
• Clickable posters link to full gig detail page
• Great for sharing on social media

Managing Gigs

Keep your gig calendar organized:

• Edit Gigs - Update details as plans change
• Change Status - Mark as confirmed, tentative, or cancelled
• Link Setlists - Connect setlists as you create them
• Add Notes - Keep important information

Gig Calendar

View all your gigs:

• See upcoming gigs on your band page
• Filter by status (confirmed, tentative, etc.)
• View past gigs for reference
• See gigs across all your bands

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