Lead Lighting Technician & Production Mentor

University of Hartford; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 34,095 - 48,560; Full time

Job summary

The University of Hartford's Hartt School is seeking an experienced Lighting Coordinator to oversee all lighting for live performances and events in Hartt's venues. You will coordinate, install, maintain, and operate lighting systems, supporting artistic vision while ensuring a safe educational environment for students.

You will mentor student crews, design basic light plots, and collaborate with designers, directors, and technical staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent professional experience.
• Proficiency in theatrical lighting systems and controls.
• Ability to read lighting plots and technical drawings.
• Strong safety practices and electrical theory knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Manages all logistics related to lighting for Hartt School productions, concerts, and University special events in all performing spaces.
• Collaborates with Lighting Designers, Directors, and production teams to realize artistic concepts within Hartt venues’ capabilities.
• Assists with designs and maintaining basic light plots for Hartt and University productions.
• Designs basic light plots for Hartt and University productions as needed.
• Programs and operates lighting consoles for rehearsals, technical rehearsals, and performances as needed.
• Installs, maintains, and troubleshoots lighting equipment, including conventional and intelligent fixtures.
• Programs and operates computerized lighting consoles (ETC or similar) as required.
• Ensures compliance with electrical safety standards and best practices.
• Supervises and mentors students in lighting techniques, equipment use, and safe practices.
• Leads and trains lighting crews during hang, focus, show runs, and strike calls.
• Attends production meetings to understand design concepts and schedules.
• Communicates effectively with supervisor, faculty, designers, directors, and technical staff to ensure timely and accurate implementation of lighting designs.
• Supports the educational mission of The Hartt School by fostering a collaborative and inclusive learning environment.
• Performs additional tasks as assigned by the Director of Theater Operations and Production and the Dean.

Skills

Theatrical lighting systems

ETC consoles

Electrical safety knowledge

Reading lighting plots

Diverse groups collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

ETC consoles

Job description

The University of Hartford's Hartt School is seeking an experienced Lighting Coordinator to oversee all lighting for live performances and events in Hartt's venues. You will coordinate, install, maintain, and operate lighting systems, supporting artistic vision while ensuring a safe educational environment for students.

You will mentor student crews, design basic light plots, and collaborate with designers, directors, and technical staff.