Lighting Department Manager

Cross Border Talents; São Paulo; Presencial; BRL 180 000 - 260 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Bonus opportunities

Paid training

Health insurance

Career progression

Global company

Resumo da oferta

Cross Border Talents seeks a Light Team Department Manager to lead lighting operations in a 24/7 live studio environment, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and high-quality production. You will shape departmental policies, collaborate with production teams, and guide senior technicians.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting complex issues, maintaining equipment records, and staying current with industry trends while coordinating across departments to support production goals.

Qualificações

• Native Portuguese and conversational English (≥ B2) required.
• Proven managerial experience in live studio or similar tech environment.
• Strong technical expertise in studio lighting equipment and safety standards.
• Experience mentoring teams and managing performance.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Willingness to rotate shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Relevant degree or certification in lighting design or related field.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee lighting operations in a 24/7 live studio, coordinating with directors, producers, and tech teams.
• Develop and refine departmental policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Coordinate cross-departmentally to ensure lighting strategies support production goals.
• Lead and mentor senior lighting technicians, managing performance development.
• Manage stock, equipment planning, and resource allocation for fast-paced schedules.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain equipment inventories.
• Troubleshoot lighting issues and report on performance; stay updated on industry trends.

Conhecimentos

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Strategic planning

Formação académica

Technical certification or degree in lighting design or electrical engineering

Ferramentas

Lighting control systems

Electrical safety standards

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the role:

We are seeking a Light Team Department Manager to leadlighting operations in a 24/7 live studio environment, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and exceptional production quality. Youwill shape departmental policies, collaborate closely with production teams, guide senior technicians, troubleshoot complex issues, and maintain up-to-date equipment records while staying aligned with current industry trends.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee all lighting department operations in a 24/7 live
  studio, ensuring seamless workflows in collaboration with
  directors, producers, and technical teams.
• Develop, implement, and refine departmental policies,
  procedures, and best practices to maintain high operational
  standards.
• Coordinate cross-departmentally to ensure lighting strategies
  successfully support overall production goals.
• Lead and mentor senior lighting technicians, fostering a
  supportive team culture and managing performance
  development.
• Manage stock, equipment planning, and resource allocation
  to support fast-paced production schedules while driving
  innovation across teams.
• Ensure all lighting activities comply with safety regulations
  and industry standards, and maintain accurate equipment
  inventories and maintenance records.
• Troubleshoot complex lighting and equipment issues,
  provide regular performance reporting, and stay informed on
  industry advancements to improve operations.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Native Portuguese and conversational in English (at least
  B2), with strong proficiency in both written and spoken
  communication.
• Proven managerial experience within a live studio or similar
  technical environment, with a solid background in lighting
  operations.
• Strong technical expertise in studio lighting equipment,
  control systems, techniques, and safety standards.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including team supervision,
  mentoring, and performance management, with the ability to
  motivate diverse teams.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities, with
  experience working under pressure and meeting tight
  deadlines.
  Strong communication skills in English, with the ability to
  collaborate cross-functionally and develop effective
  departmental policies.
• Highly proactive mindset with a focus on innovation,
  teamwork, and flexibility to support rotating shifts, including
  nights and weekends.
• Technical certification or degree in lighting design, electrical
  engineering, or a related field.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive salary with bonus opportunities based on
  performance.
• Paid training to familiarise with the companys high
  standards and procedures.
• Private Health Insurance for comprehensive medical
  coverage.
• Opportunities to advance within a global tech company.
  And many others.