Plot lighting states with automated lights

Description

Technically manipulate light boards for automated lights. Set up and try out lighting states with automated lights.

Alternative labels

manipulate light boards with automated lights
plot lighting states with automated lighting
plot and rehearse lighting states with automated lights
plot lighting states using automated lighting

Skill type

skill/competence

Skill reusability level

sector-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential skill

Plot lighting states with automated lights is an essential skill of the following occupations:

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.
 

Optional skill

Plot lighting states with automated lights 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.

Lighting designer: Lighting designers develop a lighting design concept for a performance and supervise the execution of it. Their work is based on research and artistic vision. Their design is influenced by and influences other designs and must be conform with these designs and the overall artistic vision. Therefore, the designers work closely with artistic directors, operators and the artistic team. During rehearsals and performance they coach the operators to obtain optimal timing and manipulation. Lighting designers develop lighting plots, cue lists and other documentation to support the operators and production crew. Lighting designers sometimes also work as autonomous artists, creating light art outside a performance context.
Intelligent lighting engineer: Intelligent lighting engineers set up, prepare, check and maintain digital and automated lighting equipment in order to provide optimal lighting quality for a live performance. They cooperate with road crew to unload, set up and operate lighting equipment and instruments.

 


 

References

  1. Plot lighting states with automated lights – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022