Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
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sound operator
ESCO occupation · 36 essential, 26 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
work ergonomically
draw up artistic production
operate an audio mixing console
set up basic recording
interact with actions on stage
communicate during show
translate artistic concepts to technical designs
plan a recording
organise resources for artistic production
work with respect for own safety
use communication equipment
record multi-track sound
edit recorded sound
work safely with mobile electrical systems under supervision
consult with stakeholders on implementation of a production
keep up with trends
use technical documentation
prepare personal work environment
adapt artistic plan to location
perform soundchecks
record music
use personal protection equipment
set up sound reinforcement system
monitor mixing in a live situation
support a designer in the developing process
program sound cues
interpret artistic intentions
operate sound live
safeguard artistic quality of performance
understand artistic concepts
manage personal professional development
perform quality control of design during a run
mix multi-track recordings
set up a multi-track recording
mix sound in a live situation
adapt to artists' creative demands
Optional & specialised skills
assemble performance equipment
store performance equipment
update design results during rehearsals
follow safety procedures when working at heights
promote yourself
ensure safety of mobile electrical systems
monitor developments in technology used for design
lead a team
perform technical sound check
plan teamwork
prevent undesired changes to sound design
coach staff for running the performance
fit up sound on stage
keep personal administration
draw up instrument setup
set up equipment in a timely manner
read musical score
document your own practice
technically design a sound system
provide documentation
advise client on technical possibilities
adapt existing designs to changed circumstances
tune up wireless audio systems
maintain sound equipment
maintain system layout for a production
develop professional network
Other matches: sound designer · boom operator · mastering engineer · light board operator · audio production technician
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.