Light board operator
Code 3435.25.2
Light board operators control the lighting of 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 operators work closely together with the designers, operators and performers. Light board operators prepare and supervise the setup, steer the technical crew, program the equipment and operate the lighting system. They may be responsible for conventional or automated lighting fixtures and, in some instances, controlling video as well. Their work is based on plans, instructions and other documentation.
Essential skills
Skills and competences
- operate a lighting console
- adapt artistic plan to location
- plot lighting states with automated lights
- support a designer in the developing process
- attend rehearsals
- understand artistic concepts
- use technical documentation
- use personal protection equipment
- use communication equipment
- communicate during show
- assess power needs
- interpret artistic intentions
- intervene with actions on stage
- work safely with chemicals
- keep up with trends
- set up light board
- organise resources for artistic production
- prepare personal work environment
- prevent fire in a performance environment
- draw up lighting plan
- draw up artistic production
- follow safety procedures when working at heights
- work with respect for own safety
- work safely with machines
- work safely with mobile electrical systems under supervision
- work ergonomically
- translate artistic concepts to technical designs
- plot lighting states
Transversal competences
- adapt to artists' creative demands
- consult with stakeholders on implementation of a production
- perform quality control of design during a run
- manage performance light quality
- read lighting plans
- set up equipment in a timely manner
- safeguard artistic quality of performance
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This service uses the ESCO classification of the European Commission and the Mapha Taxonomy developed by OTIC SOFOFA (CC BY 4.0), in an adapted version. Group codes come from the ILO's ISCO-08. See sources and licences