act for an audience
Act in front of an audience, according to an artistic concept.
Puppeteers perform shows by manipulating puppets such as hand puppets or marionettes. Their performance is based on a script and the movements of the puppets have to be synchronised with the speech and music. Puppeteers may write their own scripts and design and create their own puppets.
Competences and skills
34 ESCO relationsEssential skills and competences 17 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
12 competencesadapt to acting roles
Adapt to different roles in a play, regarding the styles, ways of acting and aesthetics.
cope with stage fright
Deal with conditions that cause stage fright, such as time limits, the audience and stress.
develop puppet shows
Develop shows with puppets.
engage the audience emotionally
Create an emotional connection with the audience through your performance. Engage the audience with sadness, humour, anger, any other emotion, or a combination thereof, and let them share your experience.
follow time cues
Observe the conductor, orchestra or director and follow text and vocal score to time cues accurately.
interpret performance concepts in the creative process
Learn and research a part, in personal and collective research and rehearsal, build an acting performance respecting the concept of the show.
manipulate puppets
Manipulate puppets by the use of strings, rods, wires, electronics or directly by his or her own hands placed inside the puppet or holding it externally, so as to create the illusion of life.
perform live
Perform in front of live audiences.
study roles from scripts
Study and rehearse roles from scripts. Interpret, learn and memorise lines, stunts, and cues as directed.
use declaiming techniques
Speak for an audience with the expression of rhythm and vocal technique. Take care that articulation and voice projection are appropriate to the character or text. Make sure that you are heard without compromising your health: prevent fatigue and vocal strain, breathing problems and vocal cord problems.
work with an artistic team
Work closely with directors, fellow actors and playwrights to find the ideal interpretation to a role.
Cross-sector
5 competencesanalyse own performance
Understand, analyse and describe your own performance. Contextualize your work in one or various styles, trends, evolution, etc. Self-evaluate your work in rehearsals and performances.
attend rehearsals
Attend rehearsals in order to adapt sets, costumes, make-up, lighting, camera set up, etc.
interact with an audience
Respond to the reactions of an audience and involve them in the particular performance or communication.
interact with fellow actors
Perform together with other actors. Anticipate their moves. React to their actions.
manage feedback
Provide feedback to others. Evaluate and respond constructively and professionally to critical communication from colleagues and customers.
Optional skills and competences 17 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
13 competencescreate puppets
Construct hand, string, rod and shadow puppets from materials such as wood, papier maché, Styrofoam, wires, metal and rubber, using hand and machine tools.
design puppets
Design and construct puppets and movement control mechanism, based on sketches and/or scripts, for artistic and entertainment purposes.
manage artistic career
Present and promote one's artistic approach and position one's work in target markets.
manage artistic project
Manage an artistic project. Determine project needs. Establish partnerships. Manage the budget, schedule, contractual agreements and assess the project.
participate in artistic mediation activities
Participate in cultural and artistic mediation activities: announce the activity, give a presentation or talk related to a piece of art or an exhibition, teach a class or a group, lead artistic mediation activities, lead or participate in a public discussion.
perform for young audiences
Perform on a level accessible to children and young adults, whilst also censoring unadvisable content.
perform music in ensemble
Perform music in cooperation with fellow musicians, as a part of an ensemble.
perform music solo
Perform music individually.
play musical instruments
Manipulate purpose-built or improvised instruments to produce musical sounds.
practice dance moves
Study and practice dance moves required in artistic productions.
sew puppet clothing
Sew clothing for puppets by hand or machine. Print out the pattern, cut pieces and modify paper patterns by putting them on the puppet, measuring different parts such as arms and neck.
sing
Use the voice to produce musical sounds, marked by tone and rhythm.
work in an international environment
Guide your career to an international level which often requires the ability to interact, relate and communicate with individuals from different cultures.
Cross-sector
4 competencescollaborate with a technical staff in artistic productions
Coordinate your artistic activities with others who specialise in the technical side of the project. Inform the technical staff of your plans and methods and obtain feedback on feasibility, cost, procedures and other relevant information. Be able to understand the vocabulary and the practises about technical issues
follow directions of the artistic director
Follow the instructions of the director while understanding his creative vision.
show intercultural awareness
Show sensibility towards cultural differences by taking actions which facilitate positive interaction between international organisations, between groups or individuals of different cultures, and to promote integration in a community.
work within communities
Establish social projects aimed at community development and active citizen participation.