Lighting Technicians

What Does a Lighting Technicians Do?

Set up, maintain, and dismantle light fixtures, lighting control devices, and the associated lighting electrical and rigging equipment used for photography, television, film, video, and live productions. May focus or operate light fixtures, or attach color filters or other lighting accessories.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• 1Assess safety of wiring or equipment set-up to determine the risk of fire or electrical shock.
• 2Consult with lighting director or production staff to determine lighting requirements.
• 3Disassemble and store equipment after performances.
• 4Install color effects or image patterns, such as color filters, onto lighting fixtures.
• 5Install electrical cables or wire fixtures.
• 6Load, unload, or position lighting equipment.
• 7Match light fixture settings, such as brightness and color, to lighting design plans.
• 8Notify supervisors when major lighting equipment repairs are needed.

Required Skills

• Autodesk AutoCAD
• FileMaker Pro
• Microsoft Access
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Internet Explorer
• Microsoft Office software
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Project
• Programmable logic controller PLC software

Lighting Technicians Salary