Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
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stage machinist
ESCO occupation · 32 essential, 26 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
prevent fire in a performance environment
prevent technical problems with stage equipment
consult with stakeholders on implementation of a production
understand artistic concepts
perform quality control of design during a run
set up technical stage equipment
draw stage layouts
support a designer in the developing process
adapt to artists' creative demands
safeguard artistic quality of performance
use personal protection equipment
mark the information from the ground plans on the stage area
modify scenic elements during performance
prepare personal work environment
follow safety procedures when working at heights
work safely with mobile electrical systems under supervision
manage personal professional development
translate artistic concepts to technical designs
interpret artistic intentions
operate stage movement control system
organise resources for artistic production
set up equipment in a timely manner
interact with actions on stage
use technical documentation
draw up artistic production
work with respect for own safety
adapt artistic plan to location
work safely with machines
use communication equipment
keep up with trends
work ergonomically
communicate during show
Optional & specialised skills
assemble the rehearsal set
maintain stage equipment for horizontal movement
lead a team
advise client on technical possibilities
store performance equipment
assemble performance equipment
manage technical resources stock
develop professional network
update design results during rehearsals
draw up stage layouts digitally
maintain system layout for a production
ensure visual quality of the set
monitor developments in technology used for design
coach staff for running the performance
dismantle the rehearsal set
keep personal administration
ensure safety of mobile electrical systems
prevent technical problems with scenic elements
provide documentation
promote yourself
maintain moving constructions on stage
adapt existing designs to changed circumstances
plan teamwork
assemble scenic elements on stage
document your own practice
handle scenic elements during rehearsal
Other matches: gear machinist · sewing machinist · clothing sample machinist · stage manager · stagehand
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.