Lighting Operator + Crew Tech Team

NY 411; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Gazillion Bubble Show in Manhattan, NY is seeking a Lighting Technician for a contracted position with touring potential. The role involves live event lighting and off-stage support for a long-running production based in NYC.

The right candidate will have moderate live lighting experience, speed in patching and adjusting lighting, and the ability to adapt to changing performances. This is a project-driven opportunity with touring prospects for 2026.

Qualifications

• Moderate experience in live event or theatrical lighting.
• Ability to quickly patch, reposition, and adjust lighting fixtures as needed.
• Comfortable making on-the-fly changes to accommodate different artists and performance styles.
• Strong understanding of basic color, focus, and positioning.
• Calm, efficient, and responsive in a fast-paced, multi-act environment.

Responsibilities

• Patch, position, and program lighting for ongoing performances.
• Assist with load-in/load-out and setup at venues.
• Collaborate with touring crew to accommodate diverse acts.
• Maintain safety and equipment integrity during shows.

Skills

Live event lighting

Patching & programming lighting

Adaptability

Teamwork under pressure

Job description

This is a Contracted position in the field of Live Event Staging, Crewing, & Production , located in Manhattan, NY .

The position pays $1,200.00 — $1,250.00 per week.

Lighting Technician – Live Event & Touring OpportunityGazillion Bubble Show | NYC / Touring The Gazillion Bubble Show is a long-running, internationally recognized theatrical production based in the Times Square theater district, celebrating 19+ years of continuous performances in New York City.

We are seeking a Lighting Technician to join our production team with the potential to extend into a paid touring position for the Gazillion Bubble Show from Spring–Summer 2026.

Professional live event environment—ideal for technicians in theater, music, and multi-artist showcase settings.

Event OverviewEvent: GBS Touring & Residential Venues - Dollywood & Six Flags Amusement Park NationalFormat: Multi-performance featuring 30-40 minute actsDates for 2026: September - November 1stVenue: Six Flags Discovery Kingdom - San FransiscoWarehouse / Prep Location:247 Lindbergh Pl, Paterson, NJ 07503

Schedule Overview

• September 1st - 3rd – Warehouse prep, Cabling, mounts, clamps, lighting, power pre-patching, Event planning and semi truck load-in & out
• September 7th - 11th – Load-in at venue, Unload equipment, Setup, patching, and programming, Rehearsals (most acts do not require rehearsal)
• September 12th SHOW DAY – Call time: TBD, Event runs: TBD
• Saturday & Sunday SHOW DAYS – 3 - 5 Shows per day
• Monday - Friday 5 OFF DAYS
• Coverage – Per Diem not provided, Tolls and approved external expenses covered, Lodging provided, Opportunity to be considered for future touring production work (2027)

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Experience

• Moderate experience in live event or theatrical lighting
• Ability to quickly patch, reposition, and adjust lighting fixtures as needed
• Comfortable making on-the-fly changes to accommodate different artists and performance styles
• Strong understanding of basic color, focus, and positioning
• Calm, efficient, and responsive in a fast-paced, multi-act environment

About Bubble Group LLC

The Gazillion Bubble Show is a long-running NYC production with nearly 17 years of continuous performances in the Broadway theater district. Beyond our New York base, we tour nationally during major holidays, spring breaks, and summer seasons, bringing the show to high-profile venues and family audiences across the country.We operate as a tight, multi-skilled touring crew. Lighting, audio, rigging, load-ins, and show support are shared responsibilities—no silos, no ego, no dumping work on one person. If something needs to get done, the team handles it together.This position offers the opportunity to grow into a recurring touring role for upcoming seasons.