light board operator
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.
Also called: LX operator, sound & lighting board operator, lighting board programmer & operator, LX board operator, board operator, light board controller, lighting operator, lighting board programmer and operator
- 35
- essential skills
- 34
- optional skills
- 8
- related roles
- 3435
- ISCO-08 group
Where you can go from here
8 rolesOccupations sharing the most essential skills with this one. The number is a count, not an opinion.
- automated fly bar operatorWhat changes?27 skills in common
- performance video operatorWhat changes?27 skills in common
- sound operatorWhat changes?27 skills in common
- stage machinist27 skills in common
- media integration operator22 skills in common
- pyrotechnician21 skills in common
- stage technician19 skills in common
- performance lighting designer18 skills in common
Essential skills
35- adapt artistic plan to location
- adapt to artists' creative demands
- assess power needs
- attend rehearsals
- communicate during show
- consult with stakeholders on implementation of a production
- draw up artistic production
- draw up lighting plan
- follow safety procedures when working at heights
- interpret artistic intentions
- intervene with actions on stage
- keep up with trends
- manage performance light quality
- operate a lighting console
- organise resources for artistic production
- perform quality control of design during a run
- plot lighting states
- plot lighting states with automated lights
- prepare personal work environment
- prevent fire in a performance environment
- read lighting plans
- safeguard artistic quality of performance
- set up equipment in a timely manner
- set up light board
- support a designer in the developing process
- translate artistic concepts to technical designs
- understand artistic concepts
- use communication equipment
- use personal protection equipment
- use technical documentation
- work ergonomically
- work safely with chemicals
- work safely with machines
- work safely with mobile electrical systems under supervision
- work with respect for own safety
Optional skills
34- adapt existing designs to changed circumstances
- advise client on technical possibilities
- assemble performance equipment
- coach staff for running the performance
- cue a performance
- de-rig electronic equipment
- develop professional network
- distribute control signals
- document your own practice
- ensure safety of mobile electrical systems
- focus lighting equipment
- focus stage lights
- instruct on set up of equipment
- keep personal administration
- lead a team
- maintain automated lighting equipment
- maintain dimmer equipment
- maintain lighting equipment
- maintain system layout for a production
- manage personal professional development
- manage teamwork
- manage technical resources stock
- monitor developments in technology used for design
- operate dimmer equipment
- pack electronic equipment
- perform first fire intervention
- plan act lighting
- prevent technical problems with lighting equipment
- provide technical documentation
- rig automated lights
- rig lights
- store performance equipment
- update budget
- update design results during rehearsals
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