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Overview
The work follows the artistic concept and cue documentation while controlling beam movement, size, width and colour in close communication with lighting desks and performers.
In job descriptions, look for follow spots, show communication, equipment setup, working at height, bridges or audience positions, safety procedures, mobile electrical systems, fire prevention and live performance timing.
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Open in Job ExplorerWhat the work can involve
The work is live cue-following with a manual lighting instrument. The operator tracks performers, adjusts beam size and colour, and keeps communication clear with the lighting desk during the performance.
Skills and specializations
Useful skill includes setting up and operating follow spots, reading artistic intent, working from cue notes, using communication equipment, rigging and de-rigging safely, and following height and electrical safety procedures.
Salary context
Pay is usually linked to production scale, live-show responsibility, work at height, rehearsal and performance schedule, equipment complexity and whether setup or only operation is included.
Career paths
Experience can lead toward lighting technician, lighting board operation, stage technical coordination, touring crew roles or broader performance equipment responsibility.
Good to know
Check whether a vacancy names the venue type, followspot position, headset communication, cue documentation, height access, fire safety, equipment setup, show calls and rehearsal expectations.
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Occupation group
theatre technician (3435.25)
Source facts
| ESCO URI | http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/d71eb4f9-2de3-4955-ba79-7b82ea3fe32c |
|---|---|
| ESCO code | 3435.25.1 |
| ISCO group | 3435 |
| Concept type | Occupation |