Contractor Guidelines
How We Work
The following outlines expectations for all technicians and engineers working with The Liam Corporation. Professionalism, clear communication, and a calm solutions-oriented approach are the standard on every call.
Call Times & Billable Hours
- Arrive approximately 15 minutes prior to your call time to locate the correct space and identify your TLC crew lead.
- Billable time does not begin until the actual client call time — not your personal arrival time.
- Call times can change due to the nature of live production. It is your responsibility to maintain a reliable means of contact.
- All expenses require a receipt. Receipts must be submitted in PDF format — no unconverted photos.
Day Rate & Billing Structure
| Period |
Hours |
Rate |
| Regular Time |
Hours 1 – 10 |
1× base rate |
| Overtime (OT) |
Hours 11 – 15 |
1.5× base rate |
| Double Time (DT) |
Hour 16+ |
2× base rate |
| Premium Hours |
12:00 AM – 6:00 AM |
2× base rate |
If we break the hour by 15 minutes, the full hour is billed.
Short Turn & Turnaround Rules
- A Short Turn occurs when there are fewer than 8 hours between the end of one shift and the start of the next.
- Short Turn calls begin at OT rate. At 10 hours in, the rate advances to DT.
- If your previous day ends during OT or DT and a Short Turn applies, the next day's call begins at DT rate until an 8-hour break has been provided.
- Any hours worked between 12:00 AM and 6:00 AM are automatically billed at Double Time.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancelled within 24 hours of your first call — TLC pays the equivalent of the first day's call duration.
- Cancelled after work has begun but before project end — TLC pays the equivalent of the next day's call duration.
- No cancellation fee applies in cases of misconduct, failure to perform, or removal for cause.
Attire
- Setup, strike & rehearsals: Jeans, golf shirts, t-shirts, and sneakers are acceptable.
- No clothing with offensive designs, inappropriate graphics, or other company logos — including your own.
- Show days: Minimum of cotton pants and a button-down or polo shirt.
- General sessions & meal functions: Coat and tie for men; dress slacks and blouse for women may be required. Confirm attire with the crew lead before each call.
Conduct & Professionalism
- Smoking is permitted only in the facility's designated areas — never backstage or near equipment.
- Non-solicitation: Do not solicit TLC employees, contractors, or clients on behalf of any other business, including your own, during your engagement.
- Confidentiality: Do not reference, name, photograph, or post about any TLC event on social media without explicit written permission from a TLC representative or the client.
- Defamatory, offensive, or derogatory content referencing clients or events is prohibited at all times.
Questions about these guidelines? Reach out before your call — not during. We're here to set you up for a smooth show.
Contact us at info@theliamcorporation.com