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§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

followspot operator

Followspot operators control follow spots based on the artistic or creative concept, in interaction with the performers.

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Description

Followspot operators control follow spots based on the artistic or creative concept, in interaction with the performers. Follow spots are specialized lighting instruments, designed to follow performers or movements on stage. Movement, size, beam width and color are controlled manually. Therefore, the operators work closely together with the light board operators and performers. Their work is based on instructions and other documentation. Their work can include working on heights, in bridges or above an audience.

Practical Skills
ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences
de-rig electronic equipmentfollow safety procedures when working at heightswork with respect for own safetyunderstand artistic conceptsfollow safety precautions in work practicesadapt to artists' creative demandswork ergonomicallywork safely with machinesassemble performance equipmentprevent fire in a performance environmentwork safely with mobile electrical systems under supervisioncommunicate during showset up equipment in a timely mannerstore performance equipmentoperate follow spotsuse communication equipmentuse personal protection equipmentprepare personal work environmentset up follow spots
OPTIONALOptional competences
pack electronic equipmentmanage personal professional developmentidentify technical resources for performancesperform first fire interventionadapt designers’ work to the performance venuedevelop professional networkkeep personal administration

GLOBAL RESOURCE

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SKILLS OVERVIEW

26 total
19 essential · 7 optional

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

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