Occupation Atlasstage machinist
ESCO · http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/50b41847-6dad-4a2e-9427-a0374c2963fd
stage machinist
Stage machinists manipulate sets and other elements in a performance based on the artistic or creative concept, in interaction with the performers. Their work is influenced by and influences the results of other operators. Therefore, the stage machinists work closely together with the designers, operators and performers. Stage machinists prepare and perform the setup, execute changeovers and operate manual fly bar systems. Their work is based on plans, instructions and calculations.
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Typically associated skills
Essential (34)
ESCO's essential and optional tags describe how its taxonomy relates a skill to this occupation. They are not the essential functions of a job under the ADA, which an employer determines for its own role.
- adapt artistic plan to location
- adapt to artists' creative demands
- attend rehearsals
- communicate during show
- consult with stakeholders on implementation of a production
- draw stage layouts
- draw up artistic production
- follow safety procedures when working at heights
- identify technical resources for performances
- interpret artistic intentions
- intervene with actions on stage
- keep up with trends
- mark the stage area
- modify scenic elements during performance
- operate stage movement control system
- organise resources for artistic production
- perform quality control of design during a run
- prepare personal work environment
- prevent fire in a performance environment
- prevent technical problems with stage equipment
- safeguard artistic quality of performance
- set up equipment in a timely manner
- set up technical stage equipment
- support a designer in the developing process
- translate artistic concepts to technical designs
- understand artistic concepts
- use communication equipment
- use personal protection equipment
- use technical documentation
- work ergonomically
- work safely with chemicals
- work safely with machines
- work safely with mobile electrical systems under supervision
- work with respect for own safety
Optional (30)
- adapt designers’ work to the performance venue
- adapt existing designs to changed circumstances
- advise client on technical possibilities
- assemble performance equipment
- assemble scenic elements on stage
- assemble the rehearsal set
- coach staff for running the performance
- develop professional network
- dismantle the rehearsal set
- document your own practice
- draw up stage layouts digitally
- ensure safety of mobile electrical systems
- ensure visual quality of the set
- handle scenic elements during rehearsal
- instruct on set up of equipment
- keep personal administration
- lead a team
- maintain moving constructions on stage
- maintain stage equipment for horizontal movement
- maintain system layout for a production
- manage personal professional development
- manage teamwork
- manage technical resources stock
- monitor developments in technology used for design
- operate a chain hoist control system for entertainment
- prevent technical problems with scenic elements
- provide technical documentation
- store performance equipment
- update budget
- update design results during rehearsals
O*NET equivalents
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Closest occupations
Compare any occupation →ESCO occupations that share the most of this occupation's 34 essential skills. A plain count, not a hidden score.
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stage technician
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