Equipment

In order to make sure that your event proceeds smoothly, plan all of your equipment needs well in advance. The lists below are not comprehensive, but do cover a wide array of materials that you will likely need for running your event. Be sure to consult your Venue to see what equipment needs you will need to meet yourself.

Analog Equipment Checklist

  • Nametags for Staff and Volunteers
  • Pens
  • Markers
  • Object ID Stickers
  • Index Cards (for Object ID Stickers)
  • Recepticles for Index Cards
  • Lightboxes
  • Masking Tape
  • Printed Checklists for Stations
  • Folding Tables
  • Flyers
  • Scissors
  • Alcohol/Cleaning Wipes

Digital Equipment Checklist

  • Batteries (AA, AAA, etc.)
  • Headphones
  • Recording Device(s)
  • Adapters (USB-A to USB-C, USB-A to Lightning, etc.)
  • Composite Cable(s)
  • RCA Cable(s)
  • AV Cable(s)
  • S Video Cable(s)
  • Laptop(s) & Accompanying Chargers
  • Ethernet Cable(s)
  • iPad(s) for Check-In/Other Forms
  • Extension Cord(s)
  • Surge Protector(s)
  • External Hard Drive (unless using OneDrive, Google Drive, etc.)