Lighting Director – Live Event & Tour Production

Live Nation; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free concert tickets

Dog-friendly offices

Student loan reimbursement

Adoption/fertility assistance

Job summary

Live Nation Entertainment in Virginia Beach is seeking a Lighting Director to bring artistry and technical expertise to live shows and private events. You will oversee the lighting design, programming, and operation from load-in to load-out, ensuring each performance shines.

The role requires at least 3 years of touring/production lighting experience, strong knowledge of lighting, video, and audio basics, and excellent communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of touring and/or stage production experience in lighting.
• Strong working knowledge of stage lighting, basic video systems, and basic audio systems.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Welcome touring crews and ensure seamless show execution.
• Execute the load-in of band gear, lighting rigs, and lighting rental equipment.
• Set up and break down lighting systems and event-related lighting equipment.
• Operate and program Lighting Consoles.
• Create and distribute lighting plot plans for events.
• Perform lighting focus and adjustments according to artist and event specifications.
• Lead and operate lighting systems throughout entire shows and private events.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair lighting equipment as needed.
• Handle and care for all house and rental lighting and A/V gear properly.
• Ensure safe, consistent, and professional lighting operation during all scheduled events.
• Support overall production operations throughout the venue.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree

Tools

Lighting Consoles

Lighting rigs

A/V gear

Job description

Live Nation Entertainment in Virginia Beach is seeking a Lighting Director to bring artistry and technical expertise to live shows and private events. You will oversee the lighting design, programming, and operation from load-in to load-out, ensuring each performance shines.

The role requires at least 3 years of touring/production lighting experience, strong knowledge of lighting, video, and audio basics, and excellent communication and organizational skills.