Performing Arts Technicians nec
Performing Arts Technicians not elsewhere classified covers technical roles in stage management, set construction, props, and other production support functions not captured by more specific ANZSCO categories. These workers support live and recorded performances across Australia's arts sector.
Full-time AUD, 2025 indicative. Wide bands reflect variation by employer, experience, and location.
Demand varies by specialisation; general performing arts technical roles are competitive in major metropolitan arts centres.
Occupation list membership
Which Department of Home Affairs skilled lists this occupation currently appears on.
- STSOLShort-Term Skilled Occupation List
Occupations eligible for shorter-term sponsored visas including Subclass 482 (short-term stream).
- CSOLCombined Skilled Occupation List
The merged skilled list that consolidates previous MLTSSL and STSOL eligibility under the Skills in Demand program.
Assessing authority
The body that assesses skills for migration purposes for this occupation.
- VETVETASSESSVisit official site →
Visa pathways
Australian visa subclasses for which this occupation is currently eligible.
- 186Learn more →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 190Learn more →Skilled Nominated visa
Permanent visa for workers nominated by a state or territory government.
- 482Learn more →Skills in Demand visa
Employer-sponsored temporary visa (formerly TSS) for occupations on the relevant list.
- 491Learn more →Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa
Five-year provisional visa for workers willing to live and work in regional Australia.
- 494Learn more →Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa
Five-year employer-sponsored provisional visa in regional Australia, with a path to PR.
State nominations
States and territories that currently nominate this occupation for skilled migration.
| Code | State / Territory | Details |
|---|---|---|
| SA | South Australia | View nomination → |
Key duties
- Perform technical support tasks specific to production type and specialisation
- Maintain and operate specialised production equipment
- Coordinate with creative and production teams on technical requirements
- Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety standards during productions
Skills required
- Technical knowledge relevant to production specialisation
- Teamwork and communication in fast-paced performance environments
- Problem-solving and adaptability during live productions
- Understanding of relevant safety codes and standards
Typical qualifications pathway
Relevant certificate or diploma qualifications in live production, theatre, or a specialist technical field are typical. VETASSESS is the assessing authority for migration purposes.
Visa & occupation list information
This occupation appears on the STSOL and CSOL. Eligible Australian skilled visa pathways include subclasses 186, 190, 482, 491, and 494. State nominations are available from nominating states and territories. For advice on which pathway suits your circumstances, consult a registered MARA migration agent.
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