Operate follow spots (01 10 40 03 10)

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Development notes

Status: final read / finalised (date)

(The notes below will be removed at the end of the project)

Sectoral layer

Sectoral detail

Skills

• Document your own cues
• Act on visual, audio or called cues
• Operate the follow spot
• Ensure the correct shape, colour and intensity
• Anticipate stage actions
• React accurately to unexpected situations

Knowledge

• Read the script and understanding written directions           
• Understands the operation of a follow spot
• Understands the cue system

Autonomy / Attitude

• Accuracy

Assessment

Self assessment

1. I don't know how to use follow spots during a live performance based on visual cues or documentation.
2. I am uncertain how to use follow spots during a live performance based on visual cues or documentation.
3. I know how to use follow spots during a live performance based on visual cues or documentation.
4. I am more than able to use follow spots during a live performance based on visual cues or documentation.

Mentor assessment

1. ... doesn't know how to use follow spots during a live performance based on visual cues or documentation.
2. ... is uncertain how to use follow spots during a live performance based on visual cues or documentation.
3. ... knows how to use follow spots during a live performance based on visual cues or documentation.
4. ... is more than able to use follow spots during a live performance based on visual cues or documentation.

Acceptable assessment methods

• Observation in a Simulated Environment
• Observation on Site
• Supportive
• Structured Portfolio

Training

Trainees should practice using different follow spots in conjunction with cues in different situations on site or in a simulated environment.

References

• Germany: Fachkraft für Veranstaltungstechnik – Event Technology Specialist - Learning Area A: Skills, Knowledge and Competences – (Item 5b) Light scenes, configure and set up lighting desks, carry out lighting rehearsals, Carry out lighting rehearsals, prepare lighting scenes and set up presets – BiBB Bundesinstitut für Berufsbildung, AUSBILDUNG GESTALTEN - Fachkraft für Veranstaltungstechnik, Bonn 2017, ISBN: 978-3-7639-5873-3 (Print), ISBN: 978-3-96208-021-1 (PDF)
• Germany: Fachkraft für Veranstaltungstechnik – Event Technology Specialist - Learning Area A: Skills, Knowledge and Competences – (Item 5f) Rehearse scenes and scene changes, Rehearse lighting cues for individual scenes – BiBB Bundesinstitut für Berufsbildung, AUSBILDUNG GESTALTEN - Fachkraft für Veranstaltungstechnik, Bonn 2017, ISBN: 978-3-7639-5873-3 (Print), ISBN: 978-3-96208-021-1 (PDF)
• Germany: Fachkraft für Veranstaltungstechnik – Event Technology Specialist - Learning Area A: Skills, Knowledge and Competences – (Item 6c) Execute event performances and presentations, Operate technical equipment in a live environment and use them flexibly depending on the situation – BiBB Bundesinstitut für Berufsbildung, AUSBILDUNG GESTALTEN - Fachkraft für Veranstaltungstechnik, Bonn 2017, ISBN: 978-3-7639-5873-3 (Print), ISBN: 978-3-96208-021-1 (PDF)
• Netherlands: Qualification File Stage and Event Technology, crebonumber 79040, learning area P3-K2-W2: Bedient lichttechniek tijdens de uitvoering van de podiumproductie. SBB, Sectorchambre ICT and Creative Industry, version 2022 (to be released August 2022), Zoetermeer 2021.