Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
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sound operator
ESCO occupation · 36 essential, 26 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
set up sound reinforcement system
translate artistic concepts to technical designs
program sound cues
set up a multi-track recording
interpret artistic intentions
use communication equipment
support a designer in the developing process
work safely with mobile electrical systems under supervision
communicate during show
keep up with trends
manage personal professional development
perform quality control of design during a run
use personal protection equipment
organise resources for artistic production
draw up artistic production
adapt artistic plan to location
record music
understand artistic concepts
mix sound in a live situation
work ergonomically
monitor mixing in a live situation
use technical documentation
consult with stakeholders on implementation of a production
interact with actions on stage
work with respect for own safety
edit recorded sound
prepare personal work environment
set up basic recording
plan a recording
adapt to artists' creative demands
record multi-track sound
operate sound live
mix multi-track recordings
perform soundchecks
safeguard artistic quality of performance
operate an audio mixing console
Optional & specialised skills
draw up instrument setup
maintain sound equipment
maintain system layout for a production
keep personal administration
promote yourself
ensure safety of mobile electrical systems
prevent undesired changes to sound design
coach staff for running the performance
develop professional network
plan teamwork
perform technical sound check
adapt existing designs to changed circumstances
assemble performance equipment
update design results during rehearsals
follow safety procedures when working at heights
provide documentation
read musical score
set up equipment in a timely manner
technically design a sound system
lead a team
fit up sound on stage
monitor developments in technology used for design
document your own practice
advise client on technical possibilities
tune up wireless audio systems
store performance equipment
Other matches: sound designer · boom operator · mastering engineer · light board operator · audio production technician
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.