As a Scenery Technician, you will need to master following:

• adapt to artists' creative demands
• assemble scenic elements on stage
• assemble the rehearsal set
• dismantle the rehearsal set
• draw stage layouts
• ensure visual quality of the set
• handle scenic elements during rehearsal
• mark the stage area
• modify scenic elements during performance
• organise stage
• prevent fire in a performance environment
• set up equipment in a timely manner
• store performance equipment
• understand artistic concepts
• work safely with chemicals
• work safely with mobile electrical systems under supervision

More generally, a scenery technician is also versed in:

• follow safety procedures when working at heights
• keep up with trends
• prepare personal work environment
• use personal protection equipment
• use technical documentation
• work ergonomically
• work safely with machines
• work with respect for own safety

It also helps to know the following:

• adapt artistic plan to location
• change over props
• consult with stakeholders on implementation of a production
• document your own practice
• draw up artistic production
• draw up stage layouts digitally
• instruct on set up of equipment
• maintain system layout for a production
• maintain theatre sets
• manage signoff of an installed system
• manage technical resources stock
• preset props
• prevent technical problems with scenic elements
• prevent technical problems with stage equipment
• safeguard artistic quality of performance
• set up technical stage equipment
• advise client on technical possibilities
• develop professional network
• keep personal administration
• manage consumables stock
• manage personal professional development
• perform first fire intervention
• translate artistic concepts to technical designs