Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
Software developer
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Civil engineer
Graphic designer
sound designer
ESCO occupation · 30 essential, 26 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
analyse the artistic concept based on stage actions
plan a recording
safeguard artistic quality of performance
mix sound in a live situation
mix multi-track recordings
perform quality control of design during a run
present detailed design proposals
operate sound live
coach staff for running the performance
use technical documentation
develop design concept
verify feasibility
adapt to artists' creative demands
propose improvements to artistic production
analyse a script
use communication equipment
update design results during rehearsals
analyse the scenography
analyse score
adapt existing designs to changed circumstances
record multi-track sound
monitor sociological trends
meet deadlines
monitor developments in technology used for design
operate an audio mixing console
research new ideas
develop design ideas cooperatively
program sound cues
communicate during show
work ergonomically
Optional & specialised skills
tune up wireless audio systems
perform soundchecks
copyright legislation
draw up artistic production
perform technical sound check
read musical score
set up a multi-track recording
update budget
provide documentation
labour legislation
keep personal administration
adapt artistic plan to location
analyse the need for technical resources
set up sound reinforcement system
lead a team
follow safety procedures when working at heights
technically design a sound system
work with respect for own safety
document your own practice
monitor mixing in a live situation
use personal protection equipment
ensure safety of mobile electrical systems
set up basic recording
record music
translate artistic concepts to technical designs
organise resources for artistic production
Other matches: sound editor · sound artist · sound operator · digital media designer · light board operator
Coming next: live skill demand and trends — how often each skill
actually appears in job ads — arrive with the EURES / Cedefop integration. The skills above
are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.