Lead Lighting Tech (Live Events)

CE Rental Inc; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Curated Events in Covington, LA, seeks a Lead Lighting Technician to oversee lighting installations for live events. You will serve as the on-site technical lead, ensuring designs are executed accurately and safety protocols are followed.

You will lead a crew, interpret lighting plots, program consoles, troubleshoot on the fly, and mentor junior technicians while coordinating with designers, production managers, and other departments to deliver high-quality event experiences.

Qualifications

• 3–6+ years in live event lighting or technical production.
• Ability to read lighting plots and technical drawings.
• Understanding of DMX signal flow, networking and power distribution.
• Experience with rigging and safe equipment handling practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead setup, installation, and breakdown of lighting equipment for events.
• Interpret and execute lighting plots, rigging plans, and technical drawings.
• Supervise lighting crew during load-in, show execution, and load-out.
• Program and operate lighting consoles when required.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues quickly during events and rehearsals.
• Ensure all lighting systems meet safety standards and company protocols.
• Coordinate with Lighting Designers, Production Managers, and other departments.
• Perform routine maintenance, testing, and repairs of lighting equipment.
• Manage on-site inventory and assist with warehouse organization and prep.
• Train and mentor junior technicians and stagehands.

Skills

Live event lighting experience

Read lighting plots/schematics

DMX/networking/power distribution

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Safety-first mindset

Tools

GrandMA

HOG

ETC consoles

Job description

Covington, LA, US

Lead Lighting Technician

About Us

Curated Events is a market leader in event rental services. We're an award-winning team of event production pros, specializing in tents, linens, and design-forward event rental essentials. Our team works hand in hand with the area's top venues, caterers, planners, designers, businesses, and universities. Our mission is simple: Service. Selection. Style. Delivered.

Curated Events is seeking a Lead Lighting Technician, being responsible for the installation, operation, and oversight of lighting systems for live events. This role serves as the technical lead on-site, ensuring lighting designs are executed accurately, equipment is properly maintained, and crews operate efficiently and safely.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the setup, installation, and breakdown of lighting equipment for events
• Interpret and execute lighting plots, rigging plans, and technical drawings
• Supervise lighting crew members during load-in, show execution, and load-out
• Program and operate lighting consoles when required
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues quickly during events and rehearsals
• Ensure all lighting systems meet safety standards and company protocols
• Coordinate with Lighting Designers, Production Managers, and other departments
• Perform routine maintenance, testing, and repairs of lighting equipment
• Manage on-site inventory and assist with warehouse organization and prep
• Train and mentor junior technicians and stagehands

Required Skills & Abilities

• 3-6+ years of experience in live event lighting or technical production
• Strong hands-on knowledge of lighting systems, fixtures, and control consoles (e.g., GrandMA, Hog, ETC)
• Ability to read and interpret lighting plots and technical schematics
• Understanding of DMX signal flow, networking, and power distribution
• Experience with rigging and safe equipment handling practices
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities
• Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in corporate events, concerts, or touring productions
• Familiarity with lighting visualization software
• OSHA safety training or other relevant certifications
• Working knowledge of audio, video, and staging integration

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable working at heights (ladders, lifts, truss structures)
• Ability to stand, walk, and work long hours, including overnight shifts
• On-site at event venues, warehouses, and outdoor locations
• Fast-paced, physically active environment with strict deadlines
• Frequent evening, weekend, and holiday work
• Travel may be required depending on event schedule

Curated Events provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.