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.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
No theoretical knowledge mapped.
Practical Skills
set up equipment in a timely mannerinterpret artistic intentionsset up technical stage equipmentattend rehearsalsorganise resources for artistic productionunderstand artistic conceptskeep up with trendswork safely with mobile electrical systems under supervisionsafeguard artistic quality of performancedraw stage layoutsperform quality control of design during a runidentify technical resources for performancesadapt artistic plan to locationwork ergonomicallymark the stage areamodify scenic elements during performanceuse communication equipmentprevent technical problems with stage equipmentsupport a designer in the developing processoperate stage movement control systemprepare personal work environmentuse technical documentationcommunicate during showwork safely with machinesfollow safety procedures when working at heightsprevent fire in a performance environmentdraw up artistic productionconsult with stakeholders on implementation of a productiontranslate artistic concepts to technical designsuse personal protection equipmentwork with respect for own safetyadapt to artists' creative demandswork safely with chemicalsintervene with actions on stageupdate design results during rehearsalsmanage personal professional developmentmaintain system layout for a productionmonitor developments in technology used for designassemble the rehearsal setensure safety of mobile electrical systemsdraw up stage layouts digitallyassemble performance equipmentinstruct on set up of equipmentlead a teamcoach staff for running the performanceadapt designers’ work to the performance venuemanage technical resources stockoperate a chain hoist control system for entertainmentkeep personal administrationdismantle the rehearsal setprovide technical documentationensure visual quality of the setmaintain stage equipment for horizontal movementadvise client on technical possibilitiesupdate budgetassemble scenic elements on stagestore performance equipmentdevelop professional networkmanage teamworkprevent technical problems with scenic elementsmaintain moving constructions on stagehandle scenic elements during rehearsaldocument your own practiceadapt existing designs to changed circumstances