Lighting Technician Lead - Live Events

Delta Live; Molesey; Sur place; GBP 26 000 - 38 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Delta Live in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Lighting Technician to handle end-to-end lighting for live events. This role blends creative visual impact with technical know-how, coordinating with project managers to plan and quote lighting requirements and to prepare and program equipment in the warehouse.

Onsite you will rig, operate, patch, and test lighting systems, including moving lights, power distribution, and data networks (DMX, Art-Net, sACN), while ensuring safe teardown

Qualifications

• 2+ years in commercial AV or live events, delivering mid- to large-scale shows.
• Strong knowledge of moving lights, networks, multi-universe patching.
• Experience with MA Lighting grandMA3 control systems.
• Ability to read CAD drawings and lighting plans.
• Willingness to travel for events and work flexible hours.

Responsabilités

• Plan, quote, and prepare lighting requirements, rigging and cables for productions.
• Program and pre-visualize gear in warehouse and on site.
• Onsite rigging, setup and operation of lighting, DMX/Art-Net/sACN data distribution.
• Patching, programming, and operation of lighting control desks.
• De-rigging, packing, and safe return of gear to flight cases.
• Coordinate with video and audio crews to avoid conflicts.
• Uphold Health & Safety protocols on all sites.

Connaissances

Under pressure

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

IT & numeracy

Outils

MA Lighting grandMA3

Depence Visualizer

WYSIWYG

CAD software

Lighting consoles

Description du poste

Delta Live is a leading provider of technical production services for some of the world’s most iconic events.

With over 30 years of experience, we specialise in designing and delivering bespoke sound, lighting and video solutions that bring creative visions to life. From global ceremonies and major cultural festivals to high-profile corporate events, our reputation is built on innovation, technical excellence, and collaboration.

At Delta Live, we pride ourselves on pushing the boundaries of live production and

creating unforgettable experiences for audiences worldwide.

We are seeking an experienced Lighting Technician to handle our end-to-end lighting requirements to support live events. This role bridges the creative visual impact with technical know-how.

Working with other Project Managers, the role will help plan and quote the lighting requirements together with preparing and programming the equipment in the warehouse. Onsite rigging and operating the equipment together with managing the safe teardown of the systems on site.

The role will also be responsible for the maintenance and safe storage of the equipment in our warehouse.

Core Responsibilities

Working with other inhouse Project Managers, take responsibility for the planning and quoting of the lighting requirements, including rigging and cable requirements, as and when requested

• Plan and prepare/programme the equipment as required, ready for onsite deployment and transport schedules
• When on site manage the Rigging and Setup: Assemble, hang, focus, and cable automated fixtures, LED screens, trusses, and power distribution systems according to agreed production plans.
• When onsite, manage the patching, programming and operation of the lighting control desks as required for the production
• When onsite, manage the setup of the lighting data distribution, including DMX, Art-Net and sACN, and assist with the safe deployment of 3-phase power systems.
• Plan the de-rigging, organisation, packing and loading of lighting and associated equipment, ensuring equipment is handled carefully and returned securely to its flight cases.
• Manage the equipment testing and refurbishment/cleaning process pre put away in the warehouse
• Partner with the video and audio crews to ensure lighting angles do not conflict with acoustic or other setups.
• Always Ensure strict adherence to Health & Safety protocols

PROFILE

Position Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ experience working within a commercial AV company or live event production agency, with experience delivering mid- to large-scale events.
• Strong practical knowledge of professional lighting systems, including moving lights, lighting networks and multi-universe patching.
• Experience with MA Lighting grandMA3 lighting control systems.
• Experience using Depence Visualizer and/or WYSIWYG for lighting design, visualisation and pre-production.
• Working knowledge of CAD for producing and interpreting technical drawings and lighting plans.
• Good understanding of power distribution and its application within live event environments.
• Physically capable of lifting equipment weighing up to 25kg, working safely on ladders and access equipment, and standing for extended periods during long show days.
• Willingness and ability to work non-traditional hours, including early mornings, late nights and weekends, with occasional travel as required by events.

Skills required

• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Effective communication skills to liaise with crew members and other departments
• Attention to detail to achieve the desired lighting effects
• Strong problem-solving skills for troubleshooting issues on set or location
• IT and numeracy skills, particularly for operating lighting consoles and managing electrical loads