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Creative industries production technician (level 3)

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To prepare, build, set up, and operate functioning systems for creative productions.

Knowledge, skills and behaviours
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Knowledge

  • Health and safety standards including: manual handling, work at height provision and use of work equipment, construction - design and management, noise, first aid, working time regulations, electricity at work, fire and emergency procedures, accident reporting, HSE guidance on running events safely, personal protective equipment, legal requirements for the maintenance of technical systems.
  • Typical management structures within the production, performance and events work environment. Etiquette and culture, and interdependencies between departments.
  • The sub-sectors, relevant industry bodies and their roles in the creative industries such as Production Services Association (PSA), Association of British Theatre Technicians (ABTT), Live Events Network Charter, BECTU, Professional Lighting and Sound Association (PLASA), Association of Studio and Production Equipment Companies (ASPEC), Producers Alliance for Cinema and Television (PACT).
  • Lifting operations; theory and practice.
  • Security and control of equipment protocols.
  • Planning processes required to deliver a production, live performance or event and the importance of eliminating errors.
  • Principles used to select the correct tools and equipment for tasks.
  • Electricity and temporary electrical supplies; theory, practice and safety.
  • Stock control, storage, logistics and transportation.
  • Approaches used to control environmental impact and how these contribute to sustainable management.
  • Software and tools to view, extract information and realise specifications from system designs.
  • Principles of systematic and methodical approaches to problem solving.
  • Methods used to identify potential improvements to systems and procedures.
  • The use and function of mechanical and electromechanical systems relevant to your workplace such as stage machinery, moving fixtures, safety curtains, powered hoists and winches.
  • The importance of keeping work and storage areas clean, tidy and free from the build-up of waste materials.
  • Principles and terminology relating to the set-up of lighting, sound or video systems for live performance and events.
  • Methods used to prepare, test and maintain lighting, sound or video equipment and systems.
  • Methods used to troubleshoot and carry out basic repairs to lighting, sound or video equipment and systems.
  • Different verbal and digital communication methods and how these may be adapted to suit for different stakeholders.
  • Principles of stage and production management.
  • Types and styles of performance spaces such as proscenium arch, thrust, traverse, studio, open air and site specific venues and the impact on production design.
  • History and development of lighting, sound and set design.
  • The application of troubleshooting techniques to fault find and carry out basic repairs to creative venue systems.
  • Appreciation of other departmental requirements and production design elements – scenic, lighting, audio and visual.
  • Health and safety standards including: manual handling, work at height provision and use of work equipment, construction - design and management, noise, first aid, working time regulations, electricity at work, fire and emergency procedures, accident reporting, HSE guidance on running events safely, personal protective equipment, legal requirements for the maintenance of technical systems.
  • Typical management structures within the production, performance and events work environment. Etiquette and culture, and interdependencies between departments.
  • The sub-sectors, relevant industry bodies and their roles in the creative industries such as Production Services Association (PSA), Association of British Theatre Technicians (ABTT), Live Events Network Charter, BECTU, Professional Lighting and Sound Association (PLASA), Association of Studio and Production Equipment Companies (ASPEC), Producers Alliance for Cinema and Television (PACT).
  • Lifting operations; theory and practice.
  • Security and control of equipment protocols.
  • Planning processes required to deliver a production, live performance or event and the importance of eliminating errors.
  • Principles used to select the correct tools and equipment for tasks.
  • Electricity and temporary electrical supplies; theory, practice and safety.
  • Stock control, storage, logistics and transportation.
  • Approaches used to control environmental impact and how these contribute to sustainable management.
  • Software and tools to view, extract information and realise specifications from system designs.
  • Principles of systematic and methodical approaches to problem solving.
  • Methods used to identify potential improvements to systems and procedures.
  • The use and function of mechanical and electromechanical systems relevant to your workplace such as stage machinery, moving fixtures, safety curtains, powered hoists and winches.
  • The importance of keeping work and storage areas clean, tidy and free from the build-up of waste materials.
  • Principles and terminology relating to the set-up of lighting, sound or video systems for live performance and events.
  • Methods used to prepare, test and maintain lighting, sound or video equipment and systems.
  • Methods used to troubleshoot and carry out basic repairs to lighting, sound or video equipment and systems.
  • Different verbal and digital communication methods and how these may be adapted to suit for different stakeholders.
  • The application of troubleshooting techniques to fault find and repair complex issues at sub assembly and component level.
  • Procedures to calibrate equipment and systems and the impact this has on the final production.
  • Venue specific considerations and application of products in different environments such as the scale of the venue, indoor or outdoor productions.
  • How to identify and undertake service requirements after use - as per manufacturer recommendations.
  • Network interface and compatibility requirements across live event systems.
  • Techniques used to identify required packing space for equipment and for truck packs. How to prepare carnets and manifests for shows travelling across customs boarders.
  • Health and safety standards including: manual handling, work at height provision and use of work equipment, construction - design and management, noise, first aid, working time regulations, electricity at work, fire and emergency procedures, accident reporting, HSE guidance on running events safely, personal protective equipment, legal requirements for the maintenance of technical systems.
  • Typical management structures within the production, performance and events work environment. Etiquette and culture, and interdependencies between departments.
  • The sub-sectors, relevant industry bodies and their roles in the creative industries such as Production Services Association (PSA), Association of British Theatre Technicians (ABTT), Live Events Network Charter, BECTU, Professional Lighting and Sound Association (PLASA), Association of Studio and Production Equipment Companies (ASPEC), Producers Alliance for Cinema and Television (PACT).
  • Lifting operations; theory and practice.
  • Security and control of equipment protocols.
  • Planning processes required to deliver a production, live performance or event and the importance of eliminating errors.
  • Principles used to select the correct tools and equipment for tasks.
  • Electricity and temporary electrical supplies; theory, practice and safety.
  • Stock control, storage, logistics and transportation.
  • Approaches used to control environmental impact and how these contribute to sustainable management.
  • Software and tools to view, extract information and realise specifications from system designs.
  • Principles of systematic and methodical approaches to problem solving.
  • Methods used to identify potential improvements to systems and procedures.
  • The use and function of mechanical and electromechanical systems relevant to your workplace such as stage machinery, moving fixtures, safety curtains, powered hoists and winches.
  • The importance of keeping work and storage areas clean, tidy and free from the build-up of waste materials.
  • Principles and terminology relating to the set-up of lighting, sound or video systems for live performance and events.
  • Methods used to prepare, test and maintain lighting, sound or video equipment and systems.
  • Methods used to troubleshoot and carry out basic repairs to lighting, sound or video equipment and systems.
  • Different verbal and digital communication methods and how these may be adapted to suit for different stakeholders.
  • The key information for installing wiring or temporary wiring for practicals and equipment, including the use of specialty lighting and starting systems and various voltage systems.
  • The legislation, regulatory requirements and current British standards relevant to assessing and monitoring power supply systems.
  • How to install and operate electrical distribution systems: multiple phases, balanced loads; and the switch gear loading characteristics on the shoot and the different earthing systems.
  • The types of lighting effects available, when to use them, and the methods of achieving them, using different lighting fixtures, ancillary equipment and techniques.
  • Key issues relating to preparing and operating extra low voltage lighting equipment and systems.
  • How to optimise consistent beam quality, colour temperature and lamp life.

Skills

  • Interpret system specifications and drawings such as sound, lighting or video.
  • Prepare system specifications and drawings.
  • Use specialist software systems such as computer aided design and asset management to extract information and input basic information.
  • Assemble systems to support production, live performance or events from component parts using correct tools.
  • Troubleshoot and fault find issues in discrete pieces of equipment.
  • Deploy, operate and maintain technical equipment and tools.
  • Prepare, test, repair and maintain lighting, sound or video equipment and systems.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders and adapt communication appropriately to suit the audience.
  • Use digital collaboration tools to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Direct team members taking into consideration their level of experience.
  • Interpret and apply method statements in response to dynamic risk assessment to help ensure safe planning and delivery of work processes.
  • Use safety and access equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions or to an alternative safe scheme of use.
  • Assemble and configure structures and systems from component parts to production specification.
  • Disassemble structures and systems, storing component parts and equipment safely.
  • Prepare written information and reports.
  • Comply with creative venue budgetary and financial management protocols.
  • Undertake set and change scenes in live performance – setting and striking scenic elements under show conditions.
  • Operate suspension systems.
  • Undertake stage crafts such as basic scenic construction, carpentry, metalwork, stage machinery, props, scene changes, knots and terminations.
  • Trouble shoot, fault find and carry out basic repairs to creative venue and production systems.
  • As directed, inspect, test and maintain creative venue systems and production systems.
  • Program and operate production control consoles. Undertake cueing and operation during the live performance or event.
  • Interpret system specifications and drawings such as sound, lighting or video.
  • Prepare system specifications and drawings.
  • Use specialist software systems such as computer aided design and asset management to extract information and input basic information.
  • Assemble systems to support production, live performance or events from component parts using correct tools.
  • Troubleshoot and fault find issues in discrete pieces of equipment.
  • Deploy, operate and maintain technical equipment and tools.
  • Prepare, test, repair and maintain lighting, sound or video equipment and systems.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders and adapt communication appropriately to suit the audience.
  • Use digital collaboration tools to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Direct team members taking into consideration their level of experience.
  • Interpret and apply method statements in response to dynamic risk assessment to help ensure safe planning and delivery of work processes.
  • Use safety and access equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions or to an alternative safe scheme of use.
  • Assemble and configure structures and systems from component parts to production specification.
  • Disassemble structures and systems, storing component parts and equipment safely.
  • Prepare written information and reports.
  • Trouble shoot, fault find and repair at sub assembly and component level.
  • Calibrate equipment and systems to meet production requirements.
  • Identify, specify and use components, systems and products applicable for the environment.
  • Identify and undertake servicing requirements in line with manufacturer recommendations.
  • Achieve effective network connectivity across live event systems.
  • Identify required packing space for equipment and for truck packs.
  • Prepare and operate lifting and ground rigging equipment.
  • Program and operate production control consoles. Undertake cueing and operation during the live performance or event.
  • Interpret system specifications and drawings such as sound, lighting or video.
  • Prepare system specifications and drawings.
  • Use specialist software systems such as computer aided design and asset management to extract information and input basic information.
  • Assemble systems to support production, live performance or events from component parts using correct tools.
  • Troubleshoot and fault find issues in discrete pieces of equipment.
  • Deploy, operate and maintain technical equipment and tools.
  • Prepare, test, repair and maintain lighting, sound or video equipment and systems.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders and adapt communication appropriately to suit the audience.
  • Use digital collaboration tools to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Direct team members taking into consideration their level of experience.
  • Interpret and apply method statements in response to dynamic risk assessment to help ensure safe planning and delivery of work processes.
  • Use safety and access equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions or to an alternative safe scheme of use.
  • Assemble and configure structures and systems from component parts to production specification.
  • Disassemble structures and systems, storing component parts and equipment safely.
  • Prepare written information and reports.
  • Program and operate lighting control systems.
  • Assess and monitor power supply systems, installing wiring for practicals and equipment as required.
  • Prepare, set and operate lighting equipment to create the desired effect.
  • Manipulate and modify lighting, using diffusion materials, filters or reflectors to create the desired effect.
  • Adapt lighting to meet short notice creative changes in the production design or script.
  • Prepare and operate extra low voltage lighting equipment and systems.
  • Identify the dangers and restrictions in the use of battery supplies including charging and mitigate for these.

Behaviours

  • Adopts a flexible approach and is adaptable to change.
  • Punctual, reliable and personally responsible.
  • Team-focused, respectful of others and works and communicates effectively with stakeholders.
  • Self-motivated with a positive and disciplined approach to work. Takes ownership of work and personal responsibility for timely delivery.
  • Committed to achieving clear goals and ambitions and to continuously improve and develop.
  • Puts safety first for themselves and others.
  • Remains calm and safe when exposed to time pressures or deadlines.
  • Proactively identifies solutions and keeps up to date with industry best practice.
  • Takes personal responsibility for sustainable outcomes in how they carry out the duties of their role by reference to environmental good practice.
  • Adopts a flexible approach and is adaptable to change.
  • Punctual, reliable and personally responsible.
  • Team-focused, respectful of others and works and communicates effectively with stakeholders.
  • Self-motivated with a positive and disciplined approach to work. Takes ownership of work and personal responsibility for timely delivery.
  • Committed to achieving clear goals and ambitions and to continuously improve and develop.
  • Puts safety first for themselves and others.
  • Remains calm and safe when exposed to time pressures or deadlines.
  • Proactively identifies solutions and keeps up to date with industry best practice.
  • Takes personal responsibility for sustainable outcomes in how they carry out the duties of their role by reference to environmental good practice.
  • Adopts a flexible approach and is adaptable to change.
  • Punctual, reliable and personally responsible.
  • Team-focused, respectful of others and works and communicates effectively with stakeholders.
  • Self-motivated with a positive and disciplined approach to work. Takes ownership of work and personal responsibility for timely delivery.
  • Committed to achieving clear goals and ambitions and to continuously improve and develop.
  • Puts safety first for themselves and others.
  • Remains calm and safe when exposed to time pressures or deadlines.
  • Proactively identifies solutions and keeps up to date with industry best practice.
  • Takes personal responsibility for sustainable outcomes in how they carry out the duties of their role by reference to environmental good practice.
Apprenticeship category (sector)
Creative and design
Qualification level
3
Equal to A level
Course duration
24 months
Maximum funding
£14,000
Maximum government funding for
apprenticeship training and assessment costs.
Job titles include
  • Creative venue technician
  • Film electrician
  • Lighting technician
  • Live event technician
  • Production technician
  • Rigging electrician
  • Site engineers
  • Site technician
  • Sound engineer
  • Sound technician
  • Stage technician
  • Theatre technician
  • Venue technician
  • Video engineer
  • Video technician

View more information about Creative industries production technician (level 3) from the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.