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
adapt existing designs to changed circumstances
operate sound live
mix multi-track recordings
research new ideas
operate an audio mixing console
analyse a script
monitor developments in technology used for design
mix sound in a live situation
update design results during rehearsals
perform quality control of design during a run
develop design concept
plan a recording
coach staff for running the performance
verify feasibility
monitor sociological trends
present detailed design proposals
analyse score
communicate during show
safeguard artistic quality of performance
meet deadlines
program sound cues
adapt to artists' creative demands
use communication equipment
record multi-track sound
propose improvements to artistic production
develop design ideas cooperatively
analyse the scenography
work ergonomically
use technical documentation
Optional & specialised skills
labour legislation
ensure safety of mobile electrical systems
perform technical sound check
technically design a sound system
set up sound reinforcement system
keep personal administration
document your own practice
set up a multi-track recording
read musical score
use personal protection equipment
perform soundchecks
translate artistic concepts to technical designs
update budget
draw up artistic production
set up basic recording
work with respect for own safety
follow safety procedures when working at heights
adapt artistic plan to location
monitor mixing in a live situation
record music
tune up wireless audio systems
organise resources for artistic production
analyse the need for technical resources
copyright legislation
provide documentation
lead a team
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.