§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

stage machinist

Stage machinists manipulate sets and other elements in a performance based on the artistic or creative concept, in interaction with the performers.

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Description

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.

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

operate stage movement control system follow safety procedures when working at heights work with respect for own safety identify technical resources for performances adapt artistic plan to location understand artistic concepts work safely with chemicals support a designer in the developing process intervene with actions on stage adapt to artists' creative demands consult with stakeholders on implementation of a production draw stage layouts work ergonomically organise resources for artistic production work safely with machines use technical documentation prevent technical problems with stage equipment prevent fire in a performance environment work safely with mobile electrical systems under supervision communicate during show mark the stage area safeguard artistic quality of performance interpret artistic intentions set up equipment in a timely manner keep up with trends translate artistic concepts to technical designs draw up artistic production attend rehearsals set up technical stage equipment perform quality control of design during a run use communication equipment use personal protection equipment modify scenic elements during performance prepare personal work environment

OPTIONALOptional competences

update budget manage personal professional development assemble the rehearsal set manage technical resources stock maintain stage equipment for horizontal movement instruct on set up of equipment provide technical documentation ensure visual quality of the set handle scenic elements during rehearsal ensure safety of mobile electrical systems prevent technical problems with scenic elements assemble performance equipment monitor developments in technology used for design coach staff for running the performance assemble scenic elements on stage adapt existing designs to changed circumstances draw up stage layouts digitally maintain moving constructions on stage advise client on technical possibilities store performance equipment operate a chain hoist control system for entertainment maintain system layout for a production adapt designers’ work to the performance venue document your own practice lead a team dismantle the rehearsal set manage teamwork update design results during rehearsals develop professional network keep personal administration

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)