Lighting & Video Designer — Academic Theatre

University System of New Hampshire; Keene, Northern (NH, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lighting Designer at Keene State College, affiliated with the University System of New Hampshire, develops a complete lighting design for department productions within a set budget. You will draft light plots in VectorWorks or AutoCAD and prepare cue scripts and essential paperwork such as instrument schedules and magic sheets.

Work closely with the Director, Stage Manager, and Scenic Designer to ensure the lighting aligns with the production aesthetic and deadlines; assist with hang and

Qualifications

• Must have experience in academic theatre production.
• Knowledge of lighting design software systems required.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop lighting design within predetermined budget.
• Draft light plot using VectorWorks or AutoCAD and export to PDF.
• Develop cue script before tech rehearsal; coordinate with Director/Stage Manager/Scenic Designer to meet deadlines.
• Assist with hang and focus; prepare instrument schedules and magic sheets (LightWright preferred).
• Manage gel/Gobo pulls and light rental requests; provide video design support as needed.

Tools

VectorWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

The Lighting Designer at Keene State College, affiliated with the University System of New Hampshire, develops a complete lighting design for department productions within a set budget. You will draft light plots in VectorWorks or AutoCAD and prepare cue scripts and essential paperwork such as instrument schedules and magic sheets.

Work closely with the Director, Stage Manager, and Scenic Designer to ensure the lighting aligns with the production aesthetic and deadlines; assist with hang and