Fit up sound on stage

Description

Set up, rig, connect, test and tune audio equipment on stage.

Alternative labels

fit up stage sound
fitting sound on stage
connect sound system on stage
fit up and rig sound on stage

Skill type

skill/competence

Skill reusability level

sector-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential skill

Fit up sound on stage is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Audio production technician: Audio production technicians set up, prepare, check and maintain equipment in order to provide optimal sound quality for a live performance. They cooperate with road crew to unload, set up and operate sound equipment and instruments.
Stage technician: Stage technicians control different aspects of a performance based on the artistic or creative concept, in interaction with the performers. They prepare and perform the setup, program the equipment and operate various  systems. Stage technicians take care of lighting, sound, video, sets and/or fly systems. Their work is based on plans, instructions and calculations. They can work in small venues, theatres and other small artistic productions.
Theatre technician: Theatre technicians execute all technical tasks to support live performances. They build and break down stages and decors, install and operate sound, light, recording and video equipment and organise the transport of decors and technical equipment for performances on displacement.

Optional skill

Fit up sound on stage is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

Sound operator: Sound operators control the sound 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 and performers. They prepare audio fragments, supervise the setup, steer the technical crew, program the equipment and operate the sound system. Their work is based on plans, instructions and other documentation.
 
Instrument technician: Instrument technicians assist and support musicians before, during and after the performance to ensure the instruments and the connected equipment, the backline, are setup properly. They maintain, check, tune and repair instruments and assist with quick changes.
 

 


 

References

  1. Fit up sound on stage – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022