Light Board Operator

Got Light; Francisco (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Got Light in the special events industry seeks skilled light board operators for high-profile events, corporate gatherings, and product launches. This is an on-call independent contractor role with opportunities to support multiple venues and events across the calendar.

Ideal candidates are proficient with grandMA3, DMX networking (ART-NET, sACN), and have a solid understanding of lighting equipment, power distribution, and safety. Availability for nights, weekends, and peak hours is essential.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of event production or technical theater.
• Available to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to work quickly under pressure, and manage chaos with ease.
• Regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head.
• Ability to push/pull/lift up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working on ladders.
• Engage in full manual dexterity in both hands and wrists.

Responsibilities

• Operate lighting equipment and board for events.
• Collaborate with clients and lighting designers.
• Set up and troubleshoot lighting for various events and venues.
• Cue and program lighting for concerts, product launches, and corporate events.
• Manage power distribution and safety during performances.

Skills

grandMA3

electricity & power distribution

lighting equipment operation

work under pressure

on-the-fly changes

Tools

DMX over Ethernet (ART-NET, sACN) networking

Job description

ABOUT US:

Got Light applies a fresh approach to lighting, audio, video, staging, and drape in the special event and wedding industry. We produce hundreds of events each year including some of the most notable events in the City, including major opening parties and social galas. Our company promotes team-building and maintains high employee retention rates by consistently creating a fun and dynamic work environment.

Make Art. Have Fun. Be Proud.

ABOUT THIS JOB:

Got Light is looking for skilled light board operators for special events, corporate events, general sessions, product launches, and more! This is an on-call position as an independent contractor. We’re looking for people who can easily jump in to assist with various events!

DESIRED SKILLS

• Proficient on the grandMA3.
• Basic knowledge of electricity, power distribution, and lighting equipment.
• Installation and operation of uplighting, theatrical fixtures, LED lights, dimming/control.
• Able to work efficiently and under pressure.
• Comfortable making changes on the fly.

EXPERIENCE

• Working with clients and lighting designers.
• Busking and Cueing.
• Programming of static/ambient lighting as well as concert/performance lighting.
• DMX over Ethernet (ART-NET, sACN) networking.
• Basic knowledge of circuit loads.

SCHEDULE & AVAILABILITY

• On-call / event based work.
• Nights/Late Hours/Weekends
• Independent Contractor position

IC REQUIREMENTS

• Business License (EIN) required.
• Carry $1M in liability insurance.

QUALIFICATIONS | PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• General knowledge of event production or technical theater.
• Available to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to work quickly under pressure, and manage chaos with ease.
• Regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head.
• Ability to push/pull/lift up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working on ladders.
• Engage in full manual dexterity in both hands and wrists.

Got Light is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations as required by law. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, and employment is contingent on a background check after a conditional offer.