You can’t be what you can’t see; representation is key

I’m a multidisciplinary backstage creative who specialises in live audio, stage production, and tour management, with a background in youth work, public speaking, and diversity consultancy. Only 5–7% of the audio industry comprises women; if I’m being generous, maybe 1% are women of colour.

That’s uncomfortable at times because it’s always, “Where’s the sound man?” When I’m the sound woman, I’m undermined a lot. I’m not going to be able to pick up that flight case without every Tom, Dick,…

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