artificial lighting systems
Types of artificial lighting and their power consumption. HF fluorescent lighting, LED lighting, natural daylight and programmed control systems allow an efficient use of energy.
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Performance lighting technicians setup, prepare, check and maintain equipment in order to provide optimal lighting quality for live performances. They cooperate with road crew to unload, set up and operate lighting equipment and instruments.
Competences and skills
65 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 1 competence
Occupation specific
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Sector-specific
1 competenceCross-sector
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Essential skills and competences 27 competences
Occupation specific
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Sector-specific
17 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.
distribute control signals
Distribute control signals between light boards, dimmers and other lighting equipment. Control systems can be either DMX or network based.
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draw up lighting plan
Create technical drawings and documentation within the lighting department.
ensure safety of mobile electrical systems
Take the necessary precautions while providing temporary power distribution independently. Measure and power up an installation.
- Scope note
- This competence is limited to mobile, temporary installations with connectors. In some countries, working independently is related to a specific degree or certificate.
focus lighting equipment
Focus already installed conventional lighting equipment, based on directions and information from somebody on the floor.
focus stage lights
Focus, direct, adjust and tune stage lights, either alone or leading a group. Coordinate with the team to determine the optimal lighting.
light a show
Light a show based on concrete production needs.
maintain dimmer equipment
Check and operate dimmer equipment. Take the appropriate steps if the equipment is defective, correcting the defect yourself or forwarding it to a specialised repair service.
maintain lighting equipment
Check, maintain and repair electrical, mechanical and optical lighting elements.
operate dimmer equipment
Set up, connect and operate dimmer equipment (with plug and socket) in a live performance environment.
pack electronic equipment
Safely pack sensitive electronic equipment for storage and transport.
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.
prevent technical problems with lighting equipment
Anticipate possible technical problems with lighting equipment.
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 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
10 competencesassess power needs
Prepare and manage the provision of electrical power for different areas.
de-rig electronic equipment
Remove and store various types of electronic equipment safely after use.
follow 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.
prepare personal work environment
Correct settings or positions for your working instruments and adjust them before starting operations.
provide power distribution
Provide power distribution for light, stage, sound, video and recording purposes.
rig lights
Rig, connect, try out and de-rig lighting equipment.
use personal protection equipment
Make use of protection equipment according to training, instruction and manuals. Inspect the equipment and use it consistently.
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 knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competencecinematography
The science of recording light and electromagnetic radiation in order to create a motion picture. The recording can happen electronically with an image sensor or chemically on light sensitive materials such as film stock.
Cross-sector
1 competenceelectricity
The principles of electricity and electrical power circuits, as well as the associated risks.
Optional skills and competences 35 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
23 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.
analyse the need for technical resources
Define and make a list of the required resources and equipment based on the technical needs of the production.
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.
design an artificial lighting system
Investigate and design an artificial lighting system based on daylight, timer, or occupation of spaces, taking into account any technical specifications and restrictions, such as power quality and energy efficiency and the influence of used materials in light bulbs or LEDs on environment.
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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.
edit digital moving images
Use specialised software to edit video images for use in an artistic production.
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familiarise with personal directing styles
Understand and analyse the behaviour of specific directors.
maintain automated lighting equipment
Set up, check and repair automated lighting equipment and maintain its software.
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maintain system layout for a production
Establish a workable layout for the system you manage and maintain it for the duration of a production.
manage performance light quality
Perform light checks and adjust for optimal light quality before and during performance.
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.
operate a lighting console
Operate a light board during rehearsal or live situations, based on visual cues or documentation.
operate follow spots
Operate follow spots during a live performance based on visual cues or documentation.
plan act lighting
Lay out the lighting of your act. Work together with technicians to make sure the lighting of your act conforms with the artistic vision.
read lighting plans
Read the instructions on the light plan to determine the light equipment needed and the right placement.
rig automated lights
Rig, connect, try out and de-rig automated lights, set up, try out and replace optical accessories.
safeguard artistic quality of performance
Observe the show, anticipate and react to possible technical problems, ensuring optimal artistic quality.
set up follow spots
Set up and test follow spots in different types of locations.
set up light board
Install, connect and try out light board in a live performance environment.
work with the director of photography
Work with the director of photography on the artistic and creative vision that needs to be followed during production of a movie or theatre production.
Cross-sector
12 competencesadvise client on technical possibilities
Recommend technical solutions, including systems, to the client within the framework of a project.
check material resources
Verify that all requested resources are delivered and in good working order. Notify the appropriate person or people of any problems related to technical and material resources.
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.
keep up with trends
Monitor and follow new trends and developments in specific sectors.
maintain electrical equipment
Test electrical equipment for malfunctions. Take safety measures, company guidelines, and legislation concerning electrical equipment into account. Clean, repair and replace parts and connections as required.
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.
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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 generators
Install and operate generators as power supplies according to regulations and specifications.
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.
use technical documentation
Understand and use technical documentation in the overall technical process.