Live production workflow

Technical rider software for the full show handoff.

RiderForge brings technical rider creation, stage plots, venue advances, editable PDF imports, AI review and production-ready exports into one web workflow for artists, engineers and production teams.

AI Rider Review Find missing data, inconsistencies and production risks before sending. PDF Import Convert structured rider PDFs into editable sections when possible. Venue Advances Let venues confirm requirements, report issues and leave notes. Production Pack Export PDF, JSON, CSV, stage plot and source files in one ZIP.

Built around real technical rider work

The core workflow is still a clear technical rider: contacts, PA, consoles, input lists, monitor mixes, stage notes, stage plot and PDF export. The newer features extend that workflow into import, review, advancing and production handoff.

Core builder

Structured technical rider creation

Create a rider from organized sections instead of a loose document. Capture the information that FOH, MON, backline, venue and production teams actually need.

  • Artist, show and technical contact information
  • PA, console, monitor and backline requirements
  • Input lists with channel, microphone, DI and phantom power details
Stage plot

Stage plots connected to rider data

Build visual stage layouts for concerts and events with drag-and-drop equipment, monitor positions, power needs and export-ready diagrams.

  • More than 100 equipment icons for live performance setups
  • Stage layout planning for bands, solo artists and production teams
  • Input list sync for faster plot creation where rider data is available

Newer features highlighted for search

These are the features that are most likely to match current search intent from sound engineers and production teams looking for rider review, PDF import and advancing tools.

Pro AI

AI Rider Review

AI Rider Review checks a technical rider for incomplete sections, inconsistent data and practical production risks before the document reaches a venue or promoter.

  • Flags missing contacts, empty sections and incomplete technical details
  • Looks for contradictions across inputs, monitors, notes and equipment
  • Returns practical recommendations for safer production handoffs
Import

Editable PDF rider imports

Existing technical rider PDFs can be imported and parsed locally. When the document has enough structure, RiderForge converts detected sections into editable rider data.

  • Detects general details, consoles, PA, monitors, input lists and notes
  • Lets structured PDFs become editable riders instead of static files
  • Supports downstream workflows like checklists and production pack export
Advancing

Venue advance checklists

Advances turn rider requirements into shareable venue links. Venue staff can confirm available equipment, identify missing items, leave notes and report issues without creating an account.

  • Checklist generation from rider equipment data where available
  • Venue response statuses for confirmed, missing, alternative and clarification
  • Issue tracking, audit log and post-submission read-only mode
Export

Production Pack ZIP export

Production Pack creates a ZIP that is ready for a production handoff, bundling the generated rider and structured data needed by technical teams.

  • Generated PDF for venue and promoter sharing
  • Structured JSON and input list CSV for technical workflows
  • Stage plot files and original imported PDF when available

A clearer workflow from rider to venue

RiderForge is designed to reduce repeated formatting work and improve the quality of the information sent between artists, engineers, venues and production teams.

Step 1

Build or import

Create a new technical rider from structured sections or import a structured PDF and turn detected sections into editable data.

Step 2

Review and advance

Use AI Rider Review to find risks, then send a venue advance checklist so the local team can confirm or flag requirements.

Step 3

Export the handoff

Export a polished PDF or a complete Production Pack with files that are useful for production, sound, stage and management teams.

Feature FAQ

Short answers for common searches around RiderForge capabilities.

Does RiderForge replace a sound engineer?

No. RiderForge helps organize, review and share technical information. Final production decisions still belong to the artist, engineer, venue and production team.

Is every imported PDF automatically editable?

No. PDF structure varies. RiderForge converts detected sections when there is enough readable structure, and keeps the original PDF available for reference when needed.

Can venues answer an advance without an account?

Yes. Venue advance links are designed so venue staff can identify themselves, review the checklist and submit responses without creating a RiderForge account.

Create a better technical rider handoff

Start with a rider, add a stage plot, review the details, advance the show with the venue and export the production files your team needs.