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Overview
Performance video designers create projected image concepts for live performance, prepare media fragments and guide how video supports the wider artistic vision.
In job descriptions, look for projection design, media editing, cue lists, mapping, projector setup, artistic research, rehearsal support, technical documentation and collaboration with directors, operators and production crew.
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Performance video designer work starts before the show, with research, visual concept development and media preparation. During rehearsal, the designer tests projections, mapping and cues so video timing, image style and other stage designs support the same artistic idea.
Skills and specializations
Useful strengths include analysing stage action, running projections, tuning projectors, preparing media fragments, cue lists and technical documentation. The role also needs collaboration with artistic directors, operators and production crew because video choices affect light, set and movement.
Salary context
Salary context usually depends on creative responsibility, technical complexity and whether the role supervises execution. Designing a small projection package is different from leading media preparation, mapping, rehearsal decisions and operator guidance for a full performance.
Career paths
Experience can lead toward projection design, multimedia scenography, video art, technical design leadership, production design or specialist work with mapping and media servers. A strong portfolio of concepts, cues and realised performances is useful.
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Read adverts for the balance between design and operation. Check whether the job expects concept research, editing, mapping, projector setup, rehearsal attendance, cue documentation, team leadership or hands-on performance operation.
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Graphic and multimedia designers (2166)
Source facts
| ESCO URI | http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/c995fe34-0909-4ce3-b7b7-97945efede56 |
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| ESCO code | 2166.12 |
| ISCO group | 2166 |
| Concept type | Occupation |