Lighting Designer: Live Concerts & Theatre

StageLync; Illinois; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Marion Cultural and Civic Center in Marion, IL is seeking a Lighting Designer to design, program, and run lighting for National touring concerts and full musical theatre productions. This on-site role requires hands-on operation of lighting systems for live performances.

The position emphasizes knowledge of Qlab, DMX, Artnet/SACN, and ETC Eos consoles, plus rigging basics and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Formal education in theatre or lighting design or 4 years of experience in theatrical lighting preferred.
• Working knowledge of Qlab, DMX, and Artnet/SACN.
• Working knowledge of ETC Eos Family consoles.
• Microsoft Office, specifically PowerPoint.
• Basic knowledge of theatrical rigging.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and lighting plots.
• Safe operation of ladders, personnel lifts, and theatrical lighting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and operate lighting for touring concerts and theatre productions.
• Collaborate with production staff to meet creative lighting goals.
• Ensure safe operation and maintenance of lighting equipment.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Theatre or lighting design education

Tools

Qlab

DMX

ArtNet/SACN

ETC Eos

PowerPoint

Job description

The Marion Cultural and Civic Center in Marion, IL is seeking a Lighting Designer to design, program, and run lighting for National touring concerts and full musical theatre productions. This on-site role requires hands-on operation of lighting systems for live performances.

The position emphasizes knowledge of Qlab, DMX, Artnet/SACN, and ETC Eos consoles, plus rigging basics and strong communication skills.