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Intelligent lighting engineers set up, prepare, check and maintain digital and automated lighting equipment in order to provide optimal lighting quality for a live performance. They cooperate with road crew to unload, set up and operate lighting equipment and instruments.

3435.15.1 ISCO 3435 ESCO source
Competences
51
Groups
4
Essential
26
Optional
25

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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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Essential skills and competences 25 competences

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adapt 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.

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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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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.

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maintain automated lighting equipment

Set up, check and repair automated lighting equipment and maintain its software.

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pack electronic equipment

Safely pack sensitive electronic equipment for storage and transport.

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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.

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prevent technical problems with lighting equipment

Anticipate possible technical problems with lighting equipment.

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read lighting plans

Read the instructions on the light plan to determine the light equipment needed and the right placement.

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rig automated lights

Rig, connect, try out and de-rig automated lights, set up, try out and replace optical accessories.

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set up equipment in a timely manner

Make sure to set up equipment according to deadlines and time schedules.

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set up light board

Install, connect and try out light board in a live performance environment.

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store performance equipment

Dismantle sound, light and video equipment after a performance event and store in a safe place.

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understand artistic concepts

Interpret an artist's explanation or demonstration of their artistic concepts, inceptions and processes and strive to share their vision.

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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.

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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.
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assess power needs

Prepare and manage the provision of electrical power for different areas.

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de-rig electronic equipment

Remove and store various types of electronic equipment safely after use.

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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.

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keep up with trends

Monitor and follow new trends and developments in specific sectors.

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prepare personal work environment

Correct settings or positions for your working instruments and adjust them before starting operations.

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use personal protection equipment

Make use of protection equipment according to training, instruction and manuals. Inspect the equipment and use it consistently.

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use technical documentation

Understand and use technical documentation in the overall technical process.

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work ergonomically

Apply ergonomy principles in the organisation of the workplace while manually handling equipment and materials.

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work safely with machines

Check and safely operate machines and equipment required for your work according to manuals and instructions.

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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.
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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.

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Optional knowledge 1 competence

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image recognition

A process designed to detect and identify a feature or object in an image or video. This process is used in medical imaging, security surveillance or defect detection, among other fields. Key technique for a wide range of applications such as automated driving, image classification, or visual inspection.

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Optional skills and competences 24 competences

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adapt artistic plan to location

Adjust plans to other locations with regards to the artistic concept.

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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.

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document your own practice

Documenting your own work practice for different purposes like assessment, time management, job application etc.

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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.

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ensure safety of mobile electrical systems

Take the necessary precautions while providing temporary power distribution independently. Measure and power up an installation.

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This competence is limited to mobile, temporary installations with connectors. In some countries, working independently is related to a specific degree or certificate.
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maintain control systems for automated equipment

Check, maintain and repair electrical and electronic elements. Check and update software of automated equipment.

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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.

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maintain lighting equipment

Check, maintain and repair electrical, mechanical and optical lighting elements.

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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.

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manage signoff of an installed system

Make sure an installed technical system is adequately transferred and signed off for.

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manage technical resources stock

Manage and monitor technical resources stock to ensure that production demands and deadlines can be met at all times.

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plot lighting states

Set up and try out lighting states.

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plot lighting states with automated lights

Technically manipulate light boards for automated lights. Set up and try out lighting states with automated lights.

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safeguard artistic quality of performance

Observe the show, anticipate and react to possible technical problems, ensuring optimal artistic quality.

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advise client on technical possibilities

Recommend technical solutions, including systems, to the client within the framework of a project.

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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.

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This includes the development of social relationships with patients and customers.
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keep personal administration

File and organise personal administration documents comprehensively.

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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.

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manage consumables stock

Manage and monitor consumables stock to ensure that the production demands and deadlines can be met at all times.

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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.

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provide power distribution

Provide power distribution for light, stage, sound, video and recording purposes.

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rig lights

Rig, connect, try out and de-rig lighting equipment.

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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.

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