Light Technician-Shipboard

Royal Caribbean International; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Light Technician (LGHT) plays a key role on Royal Caribbean Group venues, programming and operating lighting, show control and haze/fog systems for a variety of entertainment offerings. The role requires hands-on experience with live performance lighting and a collaborative approach with technicians and performers.

Candidates should have a strong background in technical theater, a good grasp of lighting consoles and DMX, and the ability to troubleshoot and maintain both conventional and

Qualifications

• High school diploma required or equivalent.
• Background in technical theater and production preferred.
• 2+ years hands-on programming and operation of live performance lighting and maintenance of fixtures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Program, operate, and maintain lighting, show control, and haze/fog systems for live events.
• Collaborate with technicians and performers as part of a production team.
• Troubleshoot lighting fixtures, DMX networks, and control consoles; perform routine upkeep and safety checks.
• Stay current with new entertainment technology and industry best practices.

Skills

Lighting programming

Live performance lighting

Show control systems

Lighting consoles operation

DMX proficiency

ETC Sensor dimming systems

Haze/fog system operation

Networking basics

Troubleshooting

Entertainment software apps

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor's in Technical Theater/Sound/Lighting/A/V

Tools

Lighting control consoles

DMX

Job description

The Light Technician (LGHT) is responsible for the programming, safe operation and maintenance of all lighting, show control and haze/fog systems in the various entertainment venues for a variety of produced entertainment, events and activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of high school or basic education equivalency required.
• Bachelors or Associates in Technical Theater, Sound, Lights, A/V preferred.
• Background in stage, technical theater and production (i.e. electrical, technical, light and sound) preferred.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience with hands‑on programming and operation of live performance lighting, as well as regular maintenance and upkeep on conventional and intelligent lighting fixtures.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Musical theater and experience with show control systems is preferred.
• Proficient in the operation of lighting control consoles and programs.
• Working knowledge of, and the ability to perform, basic troubleshooting and maintenance on several types of conventional and intelligent lighting fixtures, DMX controlled scrollers, ETC Sensor dimming systems, follow spotlights, haze/fog systems and lighting control consoles.
• Must be able to work well with others. This is essential, as the LGHT will be working with a team of technicians and a cast of performing artists on a regular basis.
• Thorough understanding of computer networking preferred.
• Well versed in various software applications applicable to entertainment technology.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate the need for technical support.
• Keep up‑to‑date with advancements in the entertainment industry.