Lead Lighting Technician
Job Summary
We are seeking a Lead Lighting Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience supporting corporate events, broadcasts, live productions, and executive presentations. This role requires expertise in lighting design, programming, operation, maintenance, and leadership within fast-paced live event environments.
The successful candidate will be responsible for creating professional, broadcast-quality lighting solutions while ensuring safe and reliable operation of all lighting systems.
Salary
$80,000 - $100,000 annually, based on experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead, train, and supervise lighting technicians and stagehands.
- Act as L1 point of contact for lighting during pre-production, rehearsals, and live events.
- Interpret show flows, rundowns, and cue sheets; call or execute cues as needed.
- Design, program, and execute lighting looks for live, recorded, and hybrid events.
- Coordinate lighting with video systems and LED walls.
- Work alongside AV and production teams (audio, video, show caller).
- Maintain and inventory lighting equipment; coordinate repairs and upgrades.
- Troubleshoot fixtures, signal flow, and control systems quickly.
- Translate client vision into professional, brand-aligned lighting designs.
- Maintain high standards under pressure in fast-paced, client-facing environments.
- Ensure safe cable management and clean workspaces.
- Maintains positive relationships across departments and event stakeholders.
Experience & Qualifications
- Minimum 8 years of Lighting or Live Event Production experience.
- Advanced knowledge of theatrical, broadcast, and corporate event lighting systems.
- Expert proficiency with ETC Eos lighting consoles.
- Experience with key, fill, and backlighting for broadcast-quality video.
- Understanding of color theory, exposure, and camera-friendly lighting techniques.
- Familiarity with hybrid event workflows, including live streaming and virtual platforms.
- Understanding of how lighting impacts cameras, codecs, and streaming outputs.
- Basic knowledge of video switching or audio systems for cross-disciplinary awareness.
- Experience supporting executive-level and financial-sector events (town halls, webinars, panels).
- Strong communication skills with producers, presenters, and stakeholders.
- Professional demeanor suitable for high-security, high-expectation environments.
- Knowledge of DMX and networked lighting control systems.
- Experience with rigging basics, power distribution, and safe load practices.
- Must have strong adherence to OSHA and workplace safety standards.
- Comfortable working at height (ladders, lifts) and handling rigging equipment.
Join us as a Lead Lighting Technician to bring your expertise to life through innovative lighting solutions that enhance safety, efficiency, and aesthetics across our projects!
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person