organise stage
Making sure the scene elements like props and furniture are placed according to specifications, procuring the costumes and wigs and making sure everybody is ready in the right time and place.
Scenery technicians setup, prepare, check and maintain pre-assembled sets in order to provide optimal scenery quality for a live performance. They cooperate with road crew to unload, set up and move equipment and sets.
Competences and skills
52 ESCO relationsEssential skills and competences 24 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceSector-specific
15 competencesadapt to artists' creative demands
Work with artists, striving to understand the creative vision and adapting to it. Make full use of your talents and skills to reach the best possible result.
assemble scenic elements on stage
Assemble scenic elements, dance and stage floors and stage cloths, based on written documents
assemble the rehearsal set
Put together all prepared scenic elements to prepare the rehearsal set.
dismantle the rehearsal set
Take apart all prepared scenic elements after the rehearsal.
draw stage layouts
Manual drawing or sketching of stage layouts.
ensure visual quality of the set
Inspect and amend the scenery and set-dressing to make sure the visual quality is optimal with in constraints of time, budget and manpower.
handle scenic elements during rehearsal
Handle and assemble equipment and scenery material during rehearsal or on stage.
mark the stage area
Interpret the designs and other scenic drawings to clearly mark the information from the ground plans to the stage area.
modify scenic elements during performance
Change-over of scenic elements during performance, and follow the relevant documentation during performance.
prevent fire in a performance environment
Take steps to prevent fire in a performance environment. Make sure the space complies with fire safety rules, with sprinklers and fire extinguishers installed where necessary. Make sure staff are aware of fire prevention measures.
set up equipment in a timely manner
Make sure to set up equipment according to deadlines and time schedules.
store performance equipment
Dismantle sound, light and video equipment after a performance event and store in a safe place.
understand artistic concepts
Interpret an artist's explanation or demonstration of their artistic concepts, inceptions and processes and strive to share their vision.
work safely with chemicals
Take the necessary precautions for storing, using and disposing chemical products.
work safely with mobile electrical systems under supervision
Take the necessary precautions while providing temporary power distribution for performance and art facility purposes under supervision.
- Scope note
- This competence is limited to mobile, temporary installations with connectors. In some countries, workers are only alowed to perform this kind of actions under supervision of a qualified person.
Cross-sector
8 competencesfollow safety procedures when working at heights
Take necessary precautions and follow a set of measures that assess, prevent and tackle risks when working at a high distance from the ground. Prevent endangering people working under these structures and avoid falls from ladders, mobile scaffolding, fixed working bridges, single person lifts etc. since they may cause fatalities or major injuries.
keep up with trends
Monitor and follow new trends and developments in specific sectors.
prepare personal work environment
Correct settings or positions for your working instruments and adjust them before starting operations.
use personal protection equipment
Make use of protection equipment according to training, instruction and manuals. Inspect the equipment and use it consistently.
use technical documentation
Understand and use technical documentation in the overall technical process.
work ergonomically
Apply ergonomy principles in the organisation of the workplace while manually handling equipment and materials.
work safely with machines
Check and safely operate machines and equipment required for your work according to manuals and instructions.
- Scope note
- Includes more generally used small electrical and mechanical tools like drills, manual sawing machines, washing machines, sewing machines, etc. that are also used in non professional environment.
work with respect for own safety
Apply the safety rules according to training and instruction and based on a solid understanding of the prevention measures and risks to your own personal health and safety.
Optional skills and competences 28 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceinstruct on set up of equipment
Instruct others on how to properly and safely set up equipment according to specifications and regulations.
Sector-specific
19 competencesadapt artistic plan to location
Adjust plans to other locations with regards to the artistic concept.
adapt designers’ work to the performance venue
Reorient the work of performance collaborators, such as musicians, dancers, actors as well as artistic and technical collaborators, such as set designers, lighting operators and stage managers.
change over props
Set, remove, or move props on a stage during a changeover.
consult with stakeholders on implementation of a production
Consult with different people and groups who hold a stake in the production. Be on the same page on the practical side of the production, and keep them up to date.
develop drama production process
Have and develop a thorough understanding of the dramatic production process.
document your own practice
Documenting your own work practice for different purposes like assessment, time management, job application etc.
draw up artistic production
File and document a production in all its phases right after the performance period so that it can be reproduced and all relevant information remains accessible.
draw up stage layouts digitally
Draw and design stage settings and layouts using software like CAD.
digital
identify technical resources for performances
Identify the technical equipment required for rehearsals and performances and the necessary production elements such as sets, props and costumes.
maintain system layout for a production
Establish a workable layout for the system you manage and maintain it for the duration of a production.
maintain theatre sets
Install, check, maintain and repair stages and sets.
manage signoff of an installed system
Make sure an installed technical system is adequately transferred and signed off for.
manage technical resources stock
Manage and monitor technical resources stock to ensure that production demands and deadlines can be met at all times.
prepare the floor for performance
Check the state of the floor, making sure that its absorption of impact, restitution of energy and adherence properties are adequate. Check the surface for cleanliness, any sharp edges, level differences, holes. Take into account these conditions when planning the rehearsal and training sessions in order to avoid health problems. Notify the appropriate person or people of any problems. Remove unwanted or unnecessary material. Clearly indicate the performance area. Position the props. Determine the optimal viewpoint.
preset props
Arrange props on the stage in preparation of a performance.
prevent technical problems with scenic elements
Anticipate possible technical problems with scenic elements.
prevent technical problems with stage equipment
Anticipate possible problems with mechanical and electromechanical stage equipment.
safeguard artistic quality of performance
Observe the show, anticipate and react to possible technical problems, ensuring optimal artistic quality.
set up technical stage equipment
Install mechanical and technical stage equipment. Test the installation to make sure everything is in working order.
Cross-sector
8 competencesadvise client on technical possibilities
Recommend technical solutions, including systems, to the client within the framework of a project.
develop professional network
Reach out to and meet up with people in a professional context. Find common ground and use your contacts for mutual benefit. Keep track of the people in your personal professional network and stay up to date on their activities.
- Scope note
- This includes the development of social relationships with patients and customers.
keep personal administration
File and organise personal administration documents comprehensively.
manage consumables stock
Manage and monitor consumables stock to ensure that the production demands and deadlines can be met at all times.
manage personal professional development
Take responsibility for lifelong learning and continuous professional development. Engage in learning to support and update professional competence. Identify priority areas for professional development based on reflection about own practice and through contact with peers and stakeholders. Pursue a cycle of self-improvement and develop credible career plans.
research
perform first fire intervention
Intervene in the case of a fire in order to extinguish the fire or limit the effects pending the arrival of emergency services according to training and procedures.
set up stage lights
Set up and test stage lighting systems and technology, according to their specificity.
translate artistic concepts to technical designs
Cooperate with the artistic team in order to facilitate the transition from the creative vision and its artistic concepts to a technical design.