Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
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theatre technician
ESCO occupation · 23 essential, 31 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
draw up artistic production
operate stage movement control system
assemble performance equipment
operate follow spots
adjust projector
assemble the rehearsal set
de-rig electronic equipment
set up equipment in a timely manner
fit up sound on stage
handle scenic elements during rehearsal
modify scenic elements during performance
assemble scenic elements on stage
set up technical stage equipment
dismantle the rehearsal set
assemble truss constructions
draw up lighting plan
install lighting
focus lighting equipment
operate an audio mixing console
operate dimmer equipment
set up follow spots
follow time cues
distribute control signals
Optional & specialised skills
store performance equipment
communicate during show
prevent technical problems with scenic elements
perform quality control of design during a run
coach staff for running the performance
manage technical resources stock
prevent fire in a performance environment
adapt to artists' creative demands
ensure visual quality of the set
maintain system layout for a production
organise resources for artistic production
manage personal professional development
mark the information from the ground plans on the stage area
understand artistic concepts
interact with actions on stage
advise client on technical possibilities
prevent technical problems with lighting equipment
write risk assessment on performing arts production
consult with stakeholders on implementation of a production
follow safety procedures when working at heights
adapt artistic plan to location
develop professional network
assess power needs
prevent technical problems with stage equipment
translate artistic concepts to technical designs
technically design a sound system
safeguard artistic quality of performance
draw stage layouts
support a designer in the developing process
work safely with machines
provide power distribution
Other matches: stage technician · stagehand · scenery technician · anaesthetic technician · stage machinist
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.