Lighting Engineer - MH

HOB Entertainment, LLC; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Nation Entertainment is seeking a Lighting Technician to ensure successful show and event productions by handling technical aspects of stage lighting and load-in operations.

Responsibilities include setting up and breaking down equipment, focusing lighting, operating spotlight and control boards, and collaborating with visiting crews to meet artist specifications.

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum Tour or Stage Production experience.
• Experience in stage lighting, pro audio systems and basic video systems.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with all Microsoft applications.
• Superior interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
• High School Diploma Preferred.
• College Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs the Load-in of band equipment and rental equipment.
• Set up and break-down of band and event equipment.
• Focus and lighting adjustments to artist or event specifications.
• Spotlight operations and lighting control boards operation & programming.
• Maintenance and repair of lighting equipment.
• Interact with visiting production crews to ensure a successful show.

Skills

Stage production

Lighting

Pro audio systems

Video systems

Lighting control boards

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Multi-project management

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma

College Degree

Tools

Lighting control boards

Cabling & rigging basics

Job description

Job Summary:

Live Nation Entertainment is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, Live Nation Media & Sponsorship and Artist Nation Management. Ticketmaster is the global event ticketing leader with nearly 455 million tickets sold, over 145,000 events ticketed and more than 12,000 clients in 21 countries. Live Nation Concerts has become the single largest provider of live entertainment in the world producing nearly 23,000 shows annually for over 2,700 artists in 33 countries. Artist Nation Management is one of the world’s leading artist management companies, representing approximately 280 artists. These businesses power Live Nation Media & Sponsorship to deliver music marketing programs across 750 brands enabling advertisers to tap into the 59 million fans Live Nation Entertainment delivers annually through its live event and digital platforms. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com. HOB Entertainment, a division of Live Nation Entertainment, offers exceptional club venues nationwide. House of Blues venues provide several genres of live music from Rock, Hip Hop, Country, Rock en Español, Blues, Jazz, Reggae and Pop. House of Blues venues are also known for their southern‑style cuisine, juke-joint inspired atmosphere and the World Famous Gospel Brunch.

Who are you?

Passionate and motivated. Driven, with an entrepreneurial spirit. Resourceful, innovative, forward thinking and committed. At Live Nation Entertainment, our people embrace these qualities, so if this sounds like you then please read on!

The Role:

Responsible for ensuring the success of show and event productions by performing the technical aspects related to the show(s) production. Assist in all aspects of stage & load in operations, assist in all on‑site lighting & stage set up

Essential Functions:

• Performs the Load-in of band equipment and rental equipment
• Set Up and break-down of band and event equipment
• Focus and lighting adjustments to artist or event specifications
• Spotlight Operations/Lighting Control Boards operation & programming
• Maintenance and repair of lighting equipment
• Assist with Production throughout the house as needed
• Accommodate artist/ event A/V requirements
• Responsible for safe and consistent operation of lighting
• Assist with the technical advance with Artists representatives
• Ensure proper care and handling of all HOBE and rental lighting & A/V equipment
• Interact with visiting production crews to ensure a successful show
• Distribute or create lighting plot plans
• Oversee and operate systems pertaining to lighting throughout the entire event
• Ensure Special Events lighting needs are scheduled and met
• Assist audio crew with stands, microphones, cables, etc.
• Assist with any Special Events operations

Job Requirements:

Minimum Requirements:

• 3 years minimum Tour or Stage Production experience.
• Experience in stage lighting, pro audio systems and basic video systems.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with all Microsoft applications.
• Must possess superior interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
• High School Diploma Preferred.
• College Degree

Physical Demands/Working Environment:

• Must be able to lift up to 75lbs.
• Work in an environment with moderate to loud noise level and extreme lighting changes strobes & moving lights

Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Live Nation Entertainment strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

HIRING PRACTICES

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Live Nation Entertainment recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Live Nation Entertainment may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, Internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms Live Nation Entertainment will never request payment or equipment purchases as part of the hiring process. Recruiters will only contact candidates from official Live Nation or affiliated brand email domains.

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