Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
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Graphic designer
set designer
ESCO occupation · 32 essential, 27 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
propose improvements to artistic production
adapt existing designs to changed circumstances
define prop materials
adapt to artists' creative demands
analyse the scenography
draw stage layouts
develop design ideas cooperatively
verify feasibility
prevent fire in a performance environment
understand artistic concepts
define set materials
analyse the artistic concept based on stage actions
monitor developments in technology used for design
research new ideas
analyse a script
update design results during rehearsals
communicate during show
safeguard artistic quality of performance
perform quality control of design during a run
work ergonomically
coach staff for running the performance
present detailed design proposals
create set models
develop design concept
draw prop sketches
use technical documentation
use communication equipment
monitor sociological trends
analyse score
sketch set images
meet deadlines
model sets
Optional & specialised skills
provide documentation
translate artistic concepts to technical designs
define prop building methods
define set building methods
mark the information from the ground plans on the stage area
draw up artistic production
lead a team
update budget
labour legislation
ensure visual quality of the set
analyse the need for technical resources
work with respect for own safety
build props
document your own practice
prevent technical problems with stage equipment
prevent technical problems with scenic elements
keep personal administration
adapt props
make set construction drawings
copyright legislation
purchase props
follow safety procedures when working at heights
organise resources for artistic production
work safely with machines
paint sets
adapt artistic plan to location
use personal protection equipment
Other matches: miniature set designer · costume designer · set builder · production designer · user interface designer
Coming next: live skill demand and trends — how often each skill
actually appears in job ads — arrive with the EURES / Cedefop integration. The skills above
are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.