When making a deal with a producer or lighting company, there are many things you must consider. First, the rate should be agreed upon for both the amount and the duration. Most programmers will include the first 10 hours in their standard day rate. Any time after that is billed as overtime. If you are working on a touring production, then you might agree to a weekly rate with a discount for the extended period of employment. For example, a weekly rate might be the same as five one-day rates when you know they will hire you for six weeks. Usually, a touring rate will not include any overtime. If you are working locally, then you don’t need to consider travel days and on-site days off. However, these are important items when you are working away from home.
— Brad Schiller from Feeding The Machines, PLSN November 2007.
