Where a pyrotechnician can go next

5 destinations recorded, ranked by how much of the target role a pyrotechnician already meets. The closer to the top of Table 1, the less there is to learn.

Pyrotechnicians control the pyrotechnical elements 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. Pyrotechnicians prepare the pyrotechnics, supervise the setup, steer the technical crew, program the equipment and operate the pyro system. The use of explosive and combustible material close to performers and audience makes this a high risk occupation.

Table 1 · Within reach

• tent installer 79% covered · difficulty 21.6
• performance video operator 78% covered · difficulty 33
• followspot operator 77% covered · difficulty 27
• event electrician 75% covered · difficulty 22
• automated fly bar operator 73% covered · difficulty 42.1

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pyrotechnician is filed under Technicians and associate professionals, ISCO major group 3. The full index lists all ten groups.

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Coverage is the share of the target role’s weighted skill requirement a pyrotechnician already meets, counting required skills in full and supplementary ones at 0.35. It is directional: the figure for the reverse move differs. Every entry above opens the full comparison for that move: what carries over, what is missing, and where to start. The full method.